noguchi

Noguchi is a Japanese surname, commonly written 野口. It may refer to notable individuals, most prominently Isamu Noguchi (1904–1988), a Japanese American sculptor and designer known for integrating sculpture with landscape and architecture. His work spans large-scale public art, sculpture, and product design. He developed Akari light sculptures, a series of illuminated paper-and-bamboo forms that blend traditional craft with modern design. He also created iconic furniture pieces, including the Noguchi coffee table, designed in the late 1940s and produced by Herman Miller. The table features a sculptural wooden base supporting a glass top and is widely associated with mid-century modern design.

Noguchi's practice connected art and environment, resulting in commissions for public spaces, gardens, and architectural projects. The Noguchi Museum in New York City, opened in 1985, is dedicated to his life and work. Located in Queens, it houses a permanent collection of sculpture, models, and design work, along with rotating exhibitions and archives.

In addition to Isamu Noguchi, the surname Noguchi belongs to other individuals in Japan and the diaspora. The term is primarily used as a family name and may appear in references to the artist’s legacy in art, design, and architecture.