Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988) was a Japanese-American artist, designer, and landscape architect who was a pioneering and multi-talented figure of the 20th century. He is renowned for his sculptures, which often blended organic and geometric forms, and for expanding the definition of sculpture to include playgrounds, gardens, and furniture. His work is celebrated for its integration of art, nature, and human experience, with iconic pieces including the “Akari” paper lanterns and the iconic “Noguchi Table” coffee table.