Washi paper lamp

Bombori is a lighting design created by Japanese brand Time & Style for furniture makers Boffi De Padova, which is made from washi paper.

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@vitra on Instagram: “The designer and artist Isamu Noguchi created a total of more than 100 Akari Light Sculptures, which comprise a diverse collection of…”

7,179 likes, 100 comments - keithtio on June 27, 2024: "Unboxing the Akari 23N, the second largest (by volume) standing Akari lamp. While Isamu Noguchi first introduced the Akari lamp series in 1951, the waterdrop-shaped 23N wasn’t created until 1968. To this day, Akari lamps are still handmade in Japan of washi paper and bamboo ribbing by original lantern makers Ozeki & Co., Ltd. (est. 1891). My smart light system setup can be viewed via my Amazon storefront (affiliate link in…

Finishing the lantern: In Part 1 of making traditional Japanese Lanterns we looked at the different tools needed and the winding technique. In Part 2 of making traditional Japanese Lanterns we see …

Japanese Paper Floor Lamp “NOW” The Mino Washi Lamp "NOW" is a modern floor lamp that embodies the traditional craftsmanship of "Gifu Lanterns" from the Mino region in Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Emitting a soft, warm light crafted from Mino washi paper, a method that has endured for over 1,300 years since the 700s, this lamp brings a calming ambiance to any space. Each Mino Washi Lamp "NOW" is meticulously crafted using bamboo, thread, and washi paper made by skilled artisans. The traditional…

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Artist and designer Sachie Muramatsu creates delicate lamp shades that resemble flowers and are made from traditional Japanese washi paper

Camellia Handmade Japanese paper Width 220 x Depth 220 x Height 860 Since it is made using high-quality Tosa handmade washi paper, it is less likely to deteriorate over time. The switch can be replaced with a foot switch free of charge.

Tekiò, designed by Anthony Dickens, combines traditional and avant-garde in a unique and modern design. The lamp is inspired by the traditional Japanese lantern made of washi paper and is carefully clad in the handmade paper, a traditional craft technology and cultural heritage that together with modern LED technology enables control of the lamp's light intensity and light temperature. Material: White S&C metal structure with matte finish. Washi Japanese paper shade. Dimensions: Height from…