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Designed nearly 50 years ago, Isamu Noguchi’s Akari Light Sculptures are now classics. The original inspiration was the traditional Japanese paper lantern. With them in mind, the late designer created lamps that were meant to serve as sources of illumination and as works of art. Read on to learn the differences between the real Nogochis and the many imitators that have followed.