Isamu Noguchi Akari 5N Lamp

The term Akari means soft natural light in Japanese and Isamu Noguchi popularized this term with his light sculptures which are considered icons of 1950s modern design.  Designed in 1951 and handmade for a half century by the original manufacturer in Gifu, Japan, the lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form. The lamps are created from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribbing, supported by a metal frame.