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Japanese cinematographer Takao Inoue has transformed common dandelions into luminescent flowers using OLED technology, according to a Tamago and Spoon report.
Takao Inoue's OLED Tampopo luminaires. (Photo Courtesy of Takao Inoue) |
The luminaires, OLED Tampopo, are made from real dandelions that are delicately harvested, and encased in acrylic glass. An OLED is installed in the stem of the flowers.
Two OLED Tampopo luminaires illuminating in the dark. (Photo Courtesy of Spoon and Tamago) |
According to Inoue’s introduction on the website, the work tries to convey a sense of fragility, while serving as a nostalgic object that reminds people of plucking dandelions in the wild.
OLED Tampopo luminaires illuminating in the dark. (Photo Courtesy of Spoon and Tamago) |
The designer has not unveiled the final pricing yet, but the luminaires will be available for purchase on Tokyo Somewhere sometime later.