VITRA / Akari 45X Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi

The Akari Light Sculptures (1951) by Isamu Noguchi are a series of luminaires, handcrafted from traditional washi paper by Japanese artisans. ‘The harshness of electricity is thus transformed through the magic of paper back to the light of our origin – the sun.’ (Noguchi)

 

Dimensions: L 430mm x W 430mm 

• Material description
  • Lampshades:  washi paper, some partially painted. Some models with end pieces in wood/bamboo.
  • Structure:  bamboo/steel wire.
  • Legs:  painted steel wire.
  • Light source:  4W LED
  • Socket:  E27
  • Dimmability:  not dimmable.
  • Kelvin:  2700 K (warm white).
  • Plug:  Euro flat, 2-pin (type C plug).
  • Max. watt:  12 W
  • Energy efficiency:  E
  • Cable length for table lamps:  130 cm.
  • Cable length for floor lamps:  300 cm.
  • Cable length for ceiling lamps:  220 cm.