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Akari 16A pendant light from Vitra

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Paper lamps and lanterns have a very long history in Japan. They come in an almost endless variety of different aesthetics.

In the 1950s, the American-Japanese artist and versatile designer Isamu Noguchi explored this theme and designed the 'Akari Light Sculptures' lamps as a result. A total of over 100 models handmade from the highest quality washi paper as table, floor or ceiling lamps. He chose the word 'akari' as the name, the Japanese term for 'brightness' and 'light', which also includes lightness. For him, the paper transforms the cool electricity back into warm sunlight.

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Designer*in

Isamu Noguchi

Umbrella material

Washi paper / partially painted

Material structure

Bamboo / steel wire

Mass

W: 52 cm / D: 48 cm / H: 28 cm

Cables

L: 220 cm

Light source

E27 LED / 4W

Light temperature

2700K

Dimmable

No

Design / Made in

Japan