---
title: "Akari 21a"
url: "https://vizzzio.com/product/akari-21a-pendant-lamp-vitra/"
description: "The Akari lamp offers a serene, weightless luminosity, handcrafted from traditional washi paper, merging art and function in an organic design."
date: 2025-03-09
modified: 2025-06-18
language: en-US
type: product
product_brand: ["Vitra"]
product_cat: ["Pendant lights"]
product_tag: ["Modern pendant lamps"]
pa_collection: ["Akari light sculptures"]
pa_designer: ["Isamu Noguchi"]
availability: "On backorder"
brand: "Vitra"
---

# Akari 21a

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## Blog

pendant lamp

SKU: Categories: [Pendant lights](https://vizzzio.com/product-category/interior-lighting/pendant-lamps/)On order: 16/18 weeks

##### About Blog

Elevate your space with the exquisite Akari 21a pendant lamp from the renowned Akari light sculptures collection by Isamu Noguchi. This modern masterpiece combines Japanese paper and steel to create a stunning design that exudes elegance and sophistication. Handmade by skilled artisans in Switzerland, the Akari 21a suspension lamp features a delicate Japanese paper lampshade that casts a warm and inviting glow in any room.

Isamu Noguchi’s Akari Light Sculptures are a true testament to his artistic vision and craftsmanship. Inspired by his travels to Japan, Noguchi was captivated by the traditional paper lanterns and parasols of Gifu, leading him to create the iconic Akari series. The name ‘akari’ itself symbolizes both illumination and lightness, reflecting the ethereal beauty of these timeless luminaires.

Each Akari light sculpture is meticulously crafted by hand in the Ozeki studio, using bamboo poles and washi paper to achieve the signature Noguchi design. The result is a mesmerizing blend of form and function, with the Akari 21a pendant lamp serving as a striking focal point in any interior space.

Experience the artistry and elegance of Isamu Noguchi with the Akari 21a pendant lamp. Elevate your home or office with this modern masterpiece that seamlessly combines design and functionality. Transform your space with the timeless beauty of the Akari light sculptures collection. Inquire about the price of the Akari 21a pendant lamp today and bring a touch of sophistication to your decor.

Tags: [Modern pendant lamps](https://vizzzio.com/product-tag/modern-pendant-lamps/)Dimensions: Ø650xH280 mm

### Attributtes:

| Collection | [Akari light sculptures](https://vizzzio.com/collection/akari-light-sculptures/) |
| --- | --- |
| Designer | [Isamu Noguchi](https://vizzzio.com/designer/isamu-noguchi/) |
| Product year | 1951 |
| Style | Modern |
| Materials | Japanese Paper, Steel |
| Country | Switzerland |

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