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21 Century Steel Armature Japanese Paper Lantern Intersect by Andrew Stansell
By Andrew Stansell
Located in Chicago, IL
Light fixture - Japanese Paper lantern by Andrew Stansell, INTERSECT
Can be used as a table top
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Paper
H 21 in W 21 in D 21 in
Italian Handmade Ivory Murano Glass 1960s Suspension Lamp
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Varese, Lombardia
emulate a Japanese paper lantern. Very good condition: oxidation spots on the chrome plated parts.
Category
Antique 1660s Italian Space Age Lanterns
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Modern 3 Piece One-of-a-kind Handmade Japanese Washi Paper Led Pendant Lamp
By SATSUMA WASHI STUDIO
Located in New York, NY
Satsuma Washi studio produces handmade “Washi”, a Japanese traditional craft paper with a history
Category
2010s Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Paper
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model UF3-Q
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
form by Ozeki & Co. Ltd., Gifu, Japan. Washi paper shade, bamboo ribbing supported by metal frame.
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Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model BB3/95EN
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
socket and single arm harp. Hand-made shade by Ozeki & Co. Ltd., Gifu, Japan (washi paper, bamboo ribbing
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Established & Sons F1 Ø250 Small Cho Floor Light by Dimitri Bähler
By Established & Sons
Located in London, GB
Japanese Washi paper which is frequently used in Japanese paper lanterns of the highest quality.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Established & Sons F2 Ø250 Large CHO Floor Light by Dimitri Bähler
By Established & Sons
Located in London, GB
Japanese Washi paper which is frequently used in Japanese paper lanterns of the highest quality.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Lladró Medium Ice Cream Portable Lamp
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Japanese paper lanterns. Made in Spain by Lladró’s expert artisans.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Pulpo KUMO Table or Floor Lamp by made
Located in New York, NY
cloudscapes, and the surface resembles Japanese paper lanterns. Their glowing silhouettes, resulting from soft
Category
2010s European Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Akari Floor Lamp by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
functionality and sculptural beauty. Inspired by traditional Japanese paper lanterns, the Akari lamp is crafted
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Uchiwa lamp designed by Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Piacenza, Italy
paper lanterns, while Maurer's innovative approach lends it a contemporary flair.
In addition to its
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bamboo
Japanese Andon Paper Lantern for Tea Ceremony
Located in Fukuoka, JP
A Beautiful Japanese Andon Lantern for Tea Ceremony.
This beautiful Japanese andon lantern is a
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities
Materials
Wood, Paper
Akari floor lamp bb3 55d designed by Isamu Noguchi
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
evolved over 35 years. Inspired by traditional Japanese paper lanterns made of washi paper and bamboo
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Cho F1 Ø375 Light Floor Lamp by Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-white Japanese Washi paper which is frequently used in Japanese paper lanterns of the highest quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Cho F1 Light Floor Lamp by Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-white Japanese Washi paper which is frequently used in Japanese paper lanterns of the highest quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Japanese Lanterns
By Pablo Saccinto
Located in Kansas City, MO
Title: Japanese Lanterns
Medium: Custom Archival Pigment Print on Archival Paper
Date: 2019
Category
2010s Contemporary Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment, Archival Paper
'Unbound' Floor Lamp by Space Copenhagen for GUBI
By Gubi, Space Copenhagen
Located in Glendale, CA
traditional Japanese paper lantern, the 'Unbound' light balances the ethereal and the functional, while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
'Unbound' Table Lamp by Space Copenhagen for GUBI
By Gubi, Space Copenhagen
Located in Glendale, CA
traditional Japanese paper lantern, the 'Unbound' light balances the ethereal and the functional, while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Floor Lamp / Lantern
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Incredible antique Japanese floor lamp fabricated by hand with primitive, humble wood and painted
Category
Antique 1880s Japanese Floor Lamps
Materials
Wood, Paper
Japanese Antique Black Lantern Box /1896s Objet d'art Wabi-sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is a lantern box from the old days of Japan.
The box is pasted with Japanese paper and
Category
Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Antiquities
Materials
Wood, Cedar, Paper
Japanese Pair Antique Lantern Garden Woodblock Prints 19c, immediately Framable
Located in South Burlington, VT
Two (2) Fine Old Woodblock Lanterns Garden Prints : Stone Pagoda, Gardens, Stepping Stones & Lush
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Paper
H 10.5 in W 14.5 in D 0.001 in
Original Vintage Asia Travel Poster Onoda City Japan Industrial Festival Lantern
Located in London, GB
depicting ladies in traditional Japanese dress with flowers in their hats dancing by red lanterns with
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Posters
Materials
Paper
H 29.14 in W 20.87 in D 0.04 in
Original Vintage Travel Poster Floating Lanterns Festival Miyazu Kyoto Japan Art
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster advertising the Floating Lanterns festival and national dance
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Posters
Materials
Paper
H 29.93 in W 20.48 in D 0.04 in
Kumo Medium White Acetato White Floor Lamp by Pulpo
Located in Geneve, CH
form– referencing that of traditional Japanese paper lanterns. A strong limestone base in a matching
Category
2010s German Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Limestone
Kumo Small Smoky Grey Acetato Taupe Table Lamp by Pulpo
Located in Geneve, CH
form– referencing that of traditional Japanese paper lanterns. A strong limestone base in a matching
Category
2010s German Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Limestone
Kumo High White Acetato White Floor Lamp by Pulpo
Located in Geneve, CH
kumo ´s unique form– referencing that of traditional Japanese paper lanterns. A strong limestone base
Category
2010s German Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Limestone
Kumo Medium Smoky Grey Acetato Taupe Floor Lamp by Pulpo
Located in Geneve, CH
form– referencing that of traditional Japanese paper lanterns. A strong limestone base in a matching
Category
2010s German Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Limestone
Kumo Medium White Acetato White Floor Lamp by Pulpo
Located in Geneve, CH
form– referencing that of traditional Japanese paper lanterns. A strong limestone base in a matching
Category
2010s German Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Limestone
Kumo High Smoky Grey Acetato Taupe Floor Lamp by Pulpo
Located in Geneve, CH
form– referencing that of traditional Japanese paper lanterns. A strong limestone base in a matching
Category
2010s German Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Limestone
Pr, Meiji Period Japanese Gilt Bronze & Parchment Pierced Lanterns Hang Or Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
lanterns or table lamps (Your Choice).
History of Japanese lanterns:
In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Pair of Large lanterns or Wall Lights opaline glass on black frames att to Raak
By RAAK
Located in London, GB
Raak, Holland circa 1960's. The lamps are Inspired by traditional Japanese rice paper lanterns and are
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
H 20.48 in W 9.85 in D 11.82 in
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 36N Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form.
The lamps are created
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Floor Lamp Mod. BBX3-70XN from the Akari Series by Isamu Noguchi
Located in New York, NY
years. Inspired by traditional Japanese chochin paper lanterns made of washi paper and bamboo, Noguchi
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 70EN Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form.
The lamps are created
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 55D Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form.
The lamps are created
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 22N Table Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form.
The lamps are created
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 55A Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form.
The lamps are created
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 31N Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form.
The lamps are created
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Rare Isamu Noguchi Akari Floor Lamp BB3-55DD
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
, Japan, the paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form.
Isamu
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 50EN Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form.
The lamps are created
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Vintage Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture, Model UF4-33N
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form.
The lamps are created
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
“Rituals 1” Lamp by Ludovica E Roberto Palomba for Foscarini
By Foscarini, Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1
Located in Austin, TX
lighting. Palomba’s series of “Rituals” lighting mimics Japanese rice paper lanterns while using all hand
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Modeline Model 635 Cylinder Shaped Sculptured Walnut Table Lamps
By Arthur Jacobs, Modeline Lamp Co., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chattanooga, TN
aesthetics. His cylinder shape with sheer white shade seems to borrow from Japanese rice paper veiled
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
"Feltre" Sconces for Greco, 1960, Set of 2
By Greco
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
evokes the delicate texture of Japanese rice paper lanterns, imbuing the lamps with a sense of lightness
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
"Feltre" Sconce for Greco, 1960
By Greco
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
the delicate texture of Japanese rice paper lanterns, imbuing the lamps with a sense of lightness and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
ClassiCon Plissée Pendant Lamp by Sebastian Herkner
By Sebastian Herkner
Located in New York, NY
, almost textile look. To a certain extent, Sebastian Herkner’s design references the famous paper lanterns
Category
2010s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Massive Japanese Bronze Temple Lantern
Located in Seattle, WA
Massive Japanese gilt bronze hanging temple lantern. The square shaped lantern with etched surface
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Japanese Split Bamboo Lanterns a Pair
Located in Fulton, CA
Charming pair of split bamboo Japanese lanterns, circa. 1950-1960s. Original working condition with
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Kumo, Medium, Smoky Grey Acetato, Taupe Base, Lighting, European, Minimal
Located in Weil am Rhein, DE
cloudscapes, and the surface resembles Japanese paper lanterns. Their glowing silhouettes, resulting from soft
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Minimalist Floor Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass, Ceramic
Kumo, Small, Smoky Grey Acetato, Taupe Base, Lighting, European, Minimal
Located in Weil am Rhein, DE
cloudscapes, and the surface resembles Japanese paper lanterns. Their glowing silhouettes, resulting from soft
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Minimalist Floor Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Blown Glass
Original Vintage Asia Travel Poster Onoda City Japan Industrial Festival Lantern
Located in London, GB
depicting ladies in traditional Japanese dress with flowers in their hats dancing by red lanterns with
Category
1950s More Prints
Materials
Paper
Original Vintage Travel Poster Floating Lanterns Festival Miyazu Kyoto Japan Art
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel poster advertising the Floating Lanterns festival and national dance
Category
1950s More Prints
Materials
Paper
Turbo, White Pendant by Louis Weisdorf, Lyfa, 1965, Vintage Edition
By Louis Weisdorf, Lyfa
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Japanese rice-paper lanterns and their expression of lightness - but in my personal opinion the shape
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Giant Organic Shaped Paper Lantern Wall Sconce
Located in North Miami, FL
style of a japanese Paper lantern with wood frame and a protective coating that makes it durable.
With
Category
1990s Unknown Organic Modern Lanterns
Materials
Paper, Bentwood
Striking Isamu Noguchi Akari Series Paper Lantern Table Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Houston, TX
Japanese paper lanterns. One very small tear otherwise in excellent vintage condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Paper
Japanese Boat Lantern
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unusual antique lantern made of patinated metal with red paper inserts around the windows and door
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Metal
1960s Japanese Bamboo and Rice Paper Couchin
Located in Garnerville, NY
a soft light. There is a faded bamboo pattern on the interior rice paper covering. Original working
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Bamboo, Mahogany, Paper
Japanese "Andon" Oil Lampstand with a Wood Frame and Paper Shade
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
It is a lantern that was used in the Meiji era of Japan. At the time it was an oil lamp but now it
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lanterns
Materials
Wood, Paper
Mid-Century Gilded Buddhist Altar Lanterns
Located in Fukuoka, JP
"Presenting a pair of mid-20th-century gilded lanterns (SKU: ZD24), this set emanates the spiritual
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Isamu Noguchi Akari pendant Model N°30P, Gifu, Japan, 1990s
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in London, GB
flailing craft of lantern making in Ozeki. Akari means ‘light’ in Japanese, suggesting luminous and
Category
1990s Japanese Modern Lanterns
Materials
Paper
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Japanese Paper Lantern For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Japanese paper lantern you’re looking for. Each Japanese paper lantern for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, metal and bamboo. If you’re shopping for a Japanese paper lantern, we have 19 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the Japanese paper lantern you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each Japanese paper lantern bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one Japanese paper lantern that is appealing in its simplicity, but Isamu Noguchi and SATSUMA WASHI STUDIO produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Japanese Paper Lantern?
Prices for a Japanese paper lantern can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $288 and can go as high as $14,493, while the average can fetch as much as $950.
Questions About Japanese Paper Lantern
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Japanese lanterns are often made of paper or silk, with a bamboo wood frame. Traditionally a candle supplied the light, but many of them today are either battery or solar operated. Shop a collection of Japanese lanterns from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A cherished part of Japanese culture, Japanese lanterns symbolize love, brightness and most important of all - protection from evil. Find a collection of expertly vetted Japanese lanterns from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The various types of Japanese lanterns have different purposes and meanings. Chōchin refers to the traditional paper-covered lanterns which are designed to hang from a hook or pole. Tsuridourou are oil lanterns that hang from the ceiling, and are usually only seen in temples. Ishidourou are made of granite and can be found in gardens and temples, and are only used in special celebrations. You’ll find a collection of Japanese lanterns from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.