“Isamu Noguchi : I Am Not a Designer” is the latest exhibition at the Peabody Essex Museum. Noguchi insisted he wasn’t a designer and yet, Salem’s jewel boxed galleries are filled with evidence to the contrary!
Designed for Phillip Lippincotte Goodwin, (1885-1958) co-founder of MOMA, Noguchi’s inspiration for this console table is derivative of coastal rock formations in Japan
Noguchi’s post-war, mid-century creations are examples of an evolving modern aesthetic. With his minimalist-to-the-max designs Noguchi shaped our culture. The forms are simple and ~ simply sexy.
Akari Lighting: modern lighting with an ancient twist
Strolling PEM’s galleries guests may feel the artist’s architectural dialogue integrates everything from domestic spaces to urban places. That was his intention. Noguchi’s vibe is atmospheric. If there’s one word for his creations it could be ~ flow.
Noguchi’s “Sack Costume” collaborative project with lover Ruth Page, a pioneer of dance and choreography
Play-scape for children of all ages to explore
Believing ‘art should shape spaces where people live, gather and interact’ Noguchi’s philosophy infused his designs with sensual form. His collective thoughts are reiterations of natural connectivity and they continue to imprint our days in some over-looked ways.
So timeless are the lines of Noguchi’s works his style informed another genius of design, Apple co-founder, Steve Jobs. Apple products are pop-culture cousins of the Sensei’s philosophy. There’s a similar quality to their understated sensuality.
Experience the artistry of Isamu Noguchi at PEM now through January 3,2027 and you’re sure to think of Steve Jobs ~ as you grab for your camera, that’s your also your phone and e-mail. The flow knows!
Isamu Noguchi – November 7th, 1904 -December 30th, 1988
Steve Jobs- February 24th,1955 – October 5th, 2011
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