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FUMIE SHIBATA, Bonbori Outdoor
Hand blown glass with a base of laser-cut openings in the stainless steel. The light is engineered for connection via underground wiring.
Steel base has weather-resistant powder coating and the easily removable LED light source can withstand below-freezing temperatures.
Small
W 28 x H 40.3 cm
(11 x 15.8 in)
Large
W 37 x H 78.2 cm
(14.5 x 30.7 in)
Hand crafted for you. Dispatched within 12-14 weeks.
Kalkeriet Contemporary is pleased to present Bonbori Outdoor, designed by Fumie Shibata for Brokis. Fumie Shibata took inspiration from the traditional paper lamps that line the paths to shrines and temples during the annual paddy harvest festivals in Japan. In Japanese, the word bonbori not only denotes this traditional form of lighting, it also describes the soft light coming from within a snowy cave. Fumie Shibata is a professor at Musashino Art University and a Judging Committee Chair of the 2018-2019 Good Design Awards. She is the author of the book ‘Forms within Forms’. Design Studio S has received many awards for excellence in design, such as the iF Gold Award, the Design for Asia Top, Culture, and the Gold Awards.
Brokis embodies the perfect fusion of exquisite design, unparalleled quality, and the masterful craftsmanship of Bohemian glass artisans. Crafted by both renowned Czech and international designers, the original Brokis lighting collections have consistently garnered global acclaim and admiration. Brokis redefines contemporary lighting by seamlessly blending handblown glass with other refined elements like wood and meticulously crafted metal.The result Daring lighting compositions that stretch the boundaries of modern design. Brokis' extensive portfolio includes functional lighting fixtures for everyday use, decorative pieces that captivate, and exclusive lighting solutions designed to inspire architects and interior designers alike. With a history spanning over two centuries and its own state-of-the-art production facilities, Brokis enjoys the freedom to explore, innovate, and pioneer new materials, techniques, and technologies
