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Moonbird by Yukio Hashimoto for Yamagiwa
Milan 09: lighting manufacturers Yamagiwa launched a lamp called Moonbird by Japanese designer Yukio Hashimoto in Milan last month.
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"I designed this lamp with the image of a bird perched silently under the moonlight in mind," says Hashimoto.
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The information below is from Yamagiwa:
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Each body is individually carved in wood. State of the art light source technology is applied for the ultra-thin sleek illuminated panel. The sculptural form of this lamp is enhanced by the harmony of warm natural materials combined with advanced technology.
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