whether one of the original , a , or some new iteration of these pretty oversized globe lighting fixtures, they are still very much en vogue. i adore my large paper lanterns and my super big hanging in my bedroom (i found mine at ) and don’t see changing them out any time soon and i see loads of designers like still using these oversized globe lights with no sign of stopping. i mean designed his first lamp in 1951, so ultimately they’re a classic that never goes out of style and blend seamlessly with many different decor genres. so should you love the look too, both and are both great resources for vintage Noguchi lamps and there are plenty of newer interpretations of the iconic mid-century modern lanterns and globe lights available out there. i got a few very large paper lanterns at in dtla’s little Toyko and in nyc has loads, too. all you need is a lampshade (and a bulb, of course) you can either have them hardwired to your ceiling or use an and you’re good to go. i like this , and this is pretty cool, too. and don’t even get me started on the lovely, flattering light they give off, i’m pretty certain the big globe lamp is here to stay.

clockwise, l to r: Noguchi paper ceiling lantern via ; Asano Paper Moon table lamp from ; bedroom paper ceiling lantern via ; paper floor lamp in bedroom via ; paper lantern on shelf by ; Knit-Wit lamp from ; bedroom paper ceiling lantern via ; bell lamps with black trim; dining room pendant lamp by ; Akari Series Floor Lamp from ; Saul Leiter’s ny apartment by François Halard via ; knit wit floor lamps by .

clockwise, l to r: paper lantern by ; Covey Lantern Pendant Light from ; Mid-Century Modern Isamu Noguchi Style Sculptural Round Paper Table Lamp from ; White Origami Round Crinkle Cotton Paper Lantern; serena mitnik-miller’s bedroom via ; bedroom paper pendant lamp by ; REGOLIT paper Pendant lampshade; oversized paper globe lamp by ; Isamu Noguchi for Vitra Akari 15A Pendant Light from ; dining room paper ceiling lamp from ; Akari 24N Table lamp.
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