Akari Floor Lamp BB3-55DD by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki & Co, Japan, 1950s

This exceptionally rare Akari floor lamp by Isamu Noguchi features a graceful globe-shaped shade crafted from handmade washi paper, sourced from Gifu, Japan, renowned for its fine paper craftsmanship. Unlike Noguchi’s more common table lamps, this floor model is a true collector’s piece. The lamp’s cast base and bamboo stem provide a minimalist yet elegant structure, balancing simplicity with a refined, organic aesthetic. Signed by Noguchi, it embodies his vision of "light sculptures" as both art and functional design.

Isamu Noguchi, an acclaimed American-Japanese artist, pioneered the Akari series to merge traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern design. Known for his mastery of form and light, Noguchi created these iconic sculptures in the 1950s, redefining lighting as an art form. Each Akari piece is both a reflection of Japanese heritage and a nod to Noguchi’s innovative spirit, offering timeless elegance that feels equally at home in contemporary and traditional interiors.