Balloon Porcelain Table Lamp

Description

Curator’s Notes

These handmade porcelain lamps diffuse soft, warm light, creating a sense of calm and harmony in any space. We adore the hazy, rouge-hued glow that porcelain naturally emits, complemented by the ridges and fine lines crafted by ceramic artisan Hirotaka Tobimatsu. These lines are the result of burr marks from the split mold casting process that Tobimatsu expertly employs in his designs. The off-white surfaces, intentionally left unglazed, enhance the soft illumination effect and leave a paper-like impression on the senses.

The Balloon lamp is inspired by the world renown hot air balloon competitions in Tobimatsu’s hometown in Saga Prefecture. The artisan would attend the events with his father as a young child and watch the balloons alongside the riverbank at night simultaneously being lit.

Porcelain Table Lamp was curated by Angélique Chmielewski

Designer/Maker

Maker: Tobimatsu

Designer: Tobimatsu

Specifications

Dimensions:

Shade:

7.9″ (w) x 7.9″ (l) x 10″ (h) or 200mm (w) x 200mm (l) x 255mm (h)

Weight:

2.5lb or 1100g

Materials:

Porcelain, Metal, Cable

Details

• Made in Japan
• Black base, black cord and switch included
• Switch includes on and off setting
• Unglazed
• Bulb not included
• Please contact us for questions about components