Paper Lantern Lighting

With its rich geometric form and warm ambient lighting, the Caged Lantern Pendant by Visual Comfort can enhance the décor of any given setting. Its intriguing design consists of an open cubed frame which houses a free-floating Natural Paper shade (also a cube). Once lit, this piece radiates beautifully, like a stylized lantern, bringing light and levity to the surrounding space.

Shaped like a beehive with a luminous quality similar to a paper lantern, the Leucos Modulo PL35 Ceiling Light casts generous amount of light from a bright blown glass shade. The ribbed texture breaks up the uniformity of the glowing fixture, encircling the white shade with subtle lines of light and shadow. The base is left open, allowing functional down light to shine from the center along with the soft ambience surrounding the glass.

Challenging convention, the Formakami Pendant by &Tradition is a contemporary interpretation of the classic paper lantern by artist and designer Jamie Hayon. Inspired by the history of these light sources and the way each has been created with a different shape, size, and color to represent a different meaning, this elegant and lightweight pendant is a handmade representation of the importance lamps hold in our lives. Built with a wish to bring illumination to people’s lives, the bottom portion of this shapely pendant is open-cut to symbolically drive out darkness to leave room for hope and light everywhere.

Appearing half embedded in the wall, the Leucos Modulo P35 Wall Sconce has a ribbed texture much like a paper lantern, adding shadowed lines across a bright surface. Casting light all around, the hand-blown glass fixture perfectly displays the luminous quality of glass while acting as a functional light source. The top of the half-sphere is left open, allowing a concentrated spread of light to shine above the fixture as well.

A more substantial take on the paper lantern, the Bover Mos Pendant is just as delicately pretty as the original. Its tiered shape is trimmed with hand-wrapped ribbon, creating a subtly ribbed texture as light passes through. A White Opal glass diffuser ensures a smooth wash of light from beneath, ideal for dining rooms or entryways.

The Mamamia C1 Pendant by Antonangeli is a contemporary twist on the paper lantern. The metal pendant lights up the room with concentric circles and intriguing designs. Coming in several different colors and with dimming capability, the pendant is suitable for both residential and commercial purposes.

The smallest member of the Chouchin family. The Foscarini Chouchin 3 Pendant was designed by Ionna Vautrin as a modern take on a traditional Japanese paper lantern. It features a rounded drum of blown glass finished in a Grey lacquer. It is sophisticated on its own or when installed with the other Chouchin pendants.

Inspired by paper lanterns, the Bloom Pendant by Resident imparts a sense of the light and airy while leaving a strong impression. A perforated inner mesh cylinder pushes light out the bottom of the fixture for functional lighting while allowing light to be distributed through the mesh and the outer Glass shade. This allows for the additional creation of ambient light, adding to the atmosphere of the room. Dimmable with a standard incandescent dimmer (not included).

Directly inspired by the form of Japanese paper lanterns, Foscarini Chouchin 1 Reverse Pendant translates the familiar warmth and comforting illumination in to a modern glass form. Referring to the style of the original Chouchin by Ionna Vautrin, the colors are simply reversed, replacing the majority of the shade with a soft white finish and placing the color at the base. The ring at the bottom emits the same down light, but is now tinted with a vibrant orange that nicely contrasts with the perimeter of diffused light above.

Directly inspired by the form of Japanese paper lanterns, Foscarini Chouchin 3 Reverse Pendant translates the familiar warmth and comforting illumination in to a modern glass form. Referring to the style of the original Chouchin by Ionna Vautrin, the colors are simply reversed, replacing the majority of the stout shade with a soft white finish while placing the color at the base. The ring at the bottom emits the same down light, but is now tinted with a dark grey that nicely contrasts with the perimeter of diffused light above.

Directly inspired by the form of Japanese paper lanterns, Foscarini Chouchin 2 Reverse Pendant translates the familiar warmth and comforting illumination in to a modern glass form. Referring to the style of the original Chouchin by Ionna Vautrin, the colors are simply reversed, replacing the majority of the tall shade with a soft white finish while placing the color at the base. The ring at the bottom emits the same down light, but is now tinted with a dark green that nicely contrasts with the perimeter of diffused light above.

Echoing the voluptuous contours and textural consistency of Japanese rice paper lanterns, the Foscarini Rituals 1 Pendant gracefully replicates those time-tested artisanal qualities using hand-blown glass. The striated horizontal ridges are the result of a special grinding process, and a quick dip in an acid bath provduces the opulent plaster-like aesthetic. Available in three distintive but complementary shapes, Rituals would look heavenly in multiple groupings.

Spoiler alert - the Foscarini Chouchin 1 Mini Pendant is indeed simply a smaller version of the Chouchin 1 Pendant. And as with anything that is miniaturized, the adorability factor is multiplied with the decrease in size. Unlike the Japanese paper lanterns with which they share a name, the Chouchins are composed of blown glass and coated with a glossy lacquer finish. Mini can be displayed by itself, in rows, or in mixed multiple settings with its other family members.

Echoing the prominent contours and physical consistency of Japanese rice paper lanterns, the Foscarini Rituals 3 Pendant by Foscarini perfectly mimics the artisanal qualities of hand-blown glass. The striated horizontal ridges are the result of a special grinding process, and a quick dip in an acid bath produces the opulent plaster-like aesthetic. This textured and timeless product hangs from 193 inches of suspension cable and can be used in areas like living rooms, dining spaces, or kitchen areas.

Echoing the voluptuous contours and textural consistency of Japanese rice paper lanterns, the Foscarini Rituals 1 Pendant gracefully replicates those time-tested artisanal qualities using hand-blown glass. The striated horizontal ridges are the result of a special grinding process, and a quick dip in an acid bath provduces the opulent plaster-like aesthetic. Available in three distintive but complementary shapes, Rituals would look heavenly in multiple groupings.

An unexpected combination. The Shepherd Table Lamp by Currey & Company evokes the shape of an Asian paper lantern, yet is fashioned from earthy terracotta for a rustic, handcrafted look. Its unique balance of sophistication and antique charm make this lamp naturally versatile, ready to lend a handsome accent to any interior design.

The Formakami JH4 Pendant by &Tradition is a handmade creation from open-minded Spanish artist and designer, Jamie Hayon. Inspired by the history of the variety of shapes and sizes lanterns have been throughout the ages to convey different meanings, this contemporary pendant blurs the lines between a decorative and practical light source. Reflecting his views as an optimist, this designer challenges convention and leaves the bottom half of this shapely piece open to represent his desire to bring more illumination and hope to everywhere in the world.

A tranquil light fills the Foscarini Rituals XL Table Lamp, enhancing the mood of the space it touches once illuminated. A large orb created by a highly technical process, the traditional Venetian blown glass has a profile similar to Japanese rice paper lanterns. A mold with concentric rings imprints texture on the glass, then immersing the glass in acid gives the chalky finish. The cocoon shade manages to be substantial yet delicate in the soft light it produces.

Echoing the voluptuous contours and textural consistency of Japanese rice paper lanterns, the Foscarini Rituals 1 Table Lamp gracefully replicates those time-tested artisanal qualities using hand-blown glass. The striated ridges are achieved through a special grinding process, while a subsequent acid bath immersion results in the plush plaster-like aesthetic. The considered approach creates a celestial chiaroscuro effect, resulting in warm, soft illumination.

Echoing the voluptuous contours and textural consistency of Japanese rice paper lanterns, the Foscarini Rituals 1 Table Lamp gracefully replicates those time-tested artisanal qualities using hand-blown glass. The striated ridges are achieved through a special grinding process, while a subsequent acid bath immersion results in the plush plaster-like aesthetic. The considered approach creates a celestial chiaroscuro effect, resulting in warm, soft illumination.

Echoing the voluptuous contours and textural consistency of Japanese rice paper lanterns, the Foscarini Rituals 2 Table Lamp gracefully replicates those time-tested artisanal qualities using hand-blown glass. The striated ridges are achieved through a special grinding process, while a subsequent acid bath immersion results in the plush plaster-like aesthetic. The considered approach creates a celestial chiaroscuro effect, resulting in warm, soft illumination.

Intricate texture separates the Foscarini Rituals 2 Flushmount from ordinary ceiling fixtures, emitting a tranquil light through the shade with warm emotion. Initially molded with a “stationary” glass blowing method which imprints concentric rings on the shade, the subsequent process of immersing the glass in acid gives a unique chalky finish much like a paper lantern. The broad shade obscures the small canopy, appearing to float against the ceiling from below.

Like the glow of lanterns through a rice paper screen, the George Kovacs Kimono 6-Light Chandelier illuminates a room with gentle, warm light. Designed by Alecia Wesner, it features six cylindrical patterned beige silk shades suspended in rows from the metal frame in a rich Antique Dorian Bronze finish. Height adjustable up to 126.

From the mind of artist and designer Jamie Hayon, the Formakami Table Lamp by &Tradition brings a sense of magic and serenity to its surroundings. Inspired by the history of iconic Asian lanterns and the way different shapes, sizes, and colors can be interpreted to mean a variety of things, this piece was handcrafted with an airy, expressive shape. Described as an optimist, this designer worked with the symbolic importance lamps hold in all of our lives to drive out darkness and inspire hope. With a delicate and contemporary design, this table lamp illuminates a soft and inviting texture while also lending a harmonious shape to the environment around it.