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Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture (Model 15A) pendant lampshade, or a variant belonging to the iconic Washi paper "A series" disc collection.Key Details & BackgroundDesigner & History: Designed by Japanese-American artist Isamu Noguchi beginning in 1951. He chose the name "Akari," which translates to "light" or "illumination" in Japanese, connoting physical lightness as well.Craftsmanship: Authentic pieces are meticulously handcrafted by Ozeki & Co. in Gifu, Japan, using traditional Japanese lantern-making techniques.Materials: Constructed by wrapping delicate, translucent washi paper (harvested from the inner bark of mulberry trees) around a collapsible bamboo ribbing structure.Design Variants & SizingThis prominent saucer/UFO silhouette is widely produced in several scaling diameter sizes:Model 26A: Approximately 17.7 inches (45 cm)Model 21A: Approximately 25.5 inches (65 cm)Model 15A: Approximately 34.6 inches (88 cm) |
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