We are great admirers of Noguchi lamps for their delicate beauty and powerful simplicity. Quite a few of us here on staff, in fact, have at least one of the iconic Japanese midcentury lights in our homes.
Of course, we’re not the only ones captivated by the rice-paper light sculptures. Architects and design-minded creatives have long turned to Noguchi lamps to finish a room. Here are 10 examples from our archives. And be sure to scroll down to the end for five our favorites to buy.
Above: The Globe Akari Lantern is available in five sizes ranging from 12 by 12 inch ($200) to 47 by 46 inch ($1,800), from the Noguchi Museum, in Long Island City, New York, which carries the full line of Akari designs. Note that because the designs ship flat, basic assembly is required. Above: Noguchi light sculptures feature handmade washi paper and bamboo ribbing, supported by a metal frame. The Akari Table Light Model 1A measures 10 by 17 inches; $175 at the Noguchi Museum. Above: Akari means “brightness” in Japanese. The Oblong Akari Ceiling Light is available in three sizes; $200 to $900 at the Noguchi Museum. Above: The Noguchi Lamp 3A is 22 inches tall and 11 inches wide; it’s available at Surrounding for $275. Above: The Akari Floor Lamp UF3-Q measures 57 by 22 inches; $525 at Surrounding.
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