Item Description
Elevate your space with this iconic Akari UF-3Q light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi, part of his celebrated Akari Light Sculpture series. Designed in the mid-20th century, Noguchi’s Akari lamps embody the perfect harmony of Japanese tradition and modernist design, handcrafted in Gifu, Japan using washi paper and bamboo ribbing. The UF-3Q model, with its bold geometric form and organic materiality, creates a warm, ambient glow that transforms any interior into a serene, sculptural environment. Noguchi’s vision—“the harshness of electricity is transformed through the magic of paper back to the light of our origin: the sun”—is beautifully realized in this piece. Designer: Isamu Noguchi Model: UF-3Q Medium: Handmade washi paper, bamboo, and metal frame Period: Mid-20th Century / Contemporary original reissue Origin: Gifu, Japan A timeless collectible, the Akari UF-3Q is both a functional light source and a sculptural artwork, making it highly sought after by design collectors and connoisseurs worldwide.
