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Akari 4N Table Lamp, an iconic light sculpture designed by renowned American-Japanese artist Isamu Noguchi starting in 1951.Design & Craftsmanship Materials: It is meticulously handcrafted using traditional Japanese washi paper derived from mulberry bark and structured over bamboo ribbing and a minimal black metal leg frame.Aesthetic: Part of the mid-century modern design movement, the Akari series blends traditional Japanese handcraft with architectural, geometric modernist forms to emit a warm, diffused glow.Authenticity Mark: The base edge prominently displays the stylized red "Sun and Moon" signature stamp along with "I. Noguchi" and "JAPAN", which is standard for authenticated pieces manufactured by Ozeki & Co. in Gifu, Japan. |
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