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I think these lights by Modiss are just lovely. It’s a perfect combination of simplicity of form and interesting pattern.

Valentina by Modiss is a series of superb, majestic, pendant and table lights that are a jewel in itself. The pendant fixtures features a double internal shade. The Table lights feature a cut crystal base and stem. Available in two sizes and 2 velvet fabric options. Valentina for Modiss is Designed by Alfonso Fontal, 2007

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If you’ve got the money, this would be an excellent choice for a light above a dining table. (more…)

I don’t know about you, but the price of this versatile guy was slightly surprising to me- hurray for lighting under $50(!).

“The plastic sections of the 5 in 1 shade slide together for easy assembly. Use 3, 4, 5, 6, or all 7 of the pieces to create 1 large or 2 smaller shades. Flat-pack shipping makes it a perfect gift.”

Materials: Shade: White polypropylene, Cord & canopy: White canopy with 1 1/2″ socket and 4 foot cord.

Dimensions range from 12″ to 24″ in height and diameter.

If you can get past the price tag, this light is actually pretty spectacular.

‘Sustainable and stylish, these light fixtures of cascading flowers are designed from recycled bottle-bases that have been cleaned, sanded and tagged together by hand. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery. Choose 8″, 10″, 12″ or 14″. All measure 5 3/4″ in width. Items featured 8″ Cascade.’

(note: I think that the options for length is meant to read in feet, not inches, fyi.)

Quite similar in feel to the Twitchen Lampshade, this lampshade captures one of nature’s best saturated hues.

“Shades are constructed by laminating fabric onto a pvc parchment, then they use a hand rolling method to finish the edges. The shade is 10″ in diameter, top and bottom, and 8″ tall. These are lamp shades only, for table lamps or hanging ficture lamps. There is a universal metal ring that fits between the fixture and the lightbulb. 60 Watt max. The shade in photo has a removable protective plastic sleeve, so its clearer than shown.”

If you don’t mind a bit of hard-wiring, these lights are a pretty good deal.

“Add a bit of Big Bang Theory to your life with this pendant lamp that resembles the white light of a star burst. This stellar fixture will look awesome over a kitchen or dining table, or as an accent light in any room. Flat packed with easy self assembly instructions, the kit includes one polypropylene shade, ceiling mount, and electric cable.”

*Please note: The European style plug on the cable must be removed and the cable hard-wired into a ceiling mounted electrical box.

Big Bang, 18.5″ x 18.5″ x 18.5″, $100.00, Buy it here.
Little Bang, 18.5″ x 18.5″ x 10.25″, $85.00,
Buy it here.

We posted this about a year ago and I had forgotten all about it, which maybe means you did too.

“It’s hard to think of a light source as mundane as the naked bulb…. but, in a surprising twist, the Lamp/Lamp gives it a new and delightfully absurd personality by simply adding an extra socket.”

3.75″W x 3″L x 2.25″H

Update: A representative from DARK says “this is initially designed by Davy Grosemans. DARK took this lamp in collection in 2003 (Davy designed it in 2002). 4 years before Hironao ‘designed’ this.” Hmm.

We posted this a couple of years ago, but each time I run across it I think of it as such a perfect size (36″ long!) for over a bigger dining table.

“Cast a modern glow on your contemporary space with our Frosted Hanging Light by the Gus Modern company. Designed with the sleek angles and clean lines that mark the signature style of its cutting-edge designer, this rectangular lighting fixture houses two brilliant bulbs for high-quality indoor lighting. Fashioned from a clear acrylic shade, this Gus Modern lighting is suspended from two sturdy cables affixed to an enduring, stainless steel ceiling plate that mounts easily to your electrical source. 8 feet of electrical cord is included with the Frosted Hanging Light for convenient wiring.”

36″L x 7″W x 7″H.

This lampshade sure shows some green greenery. The feel of taking a walk through the woods would never be too far away if you added this lampshade to one of your rooms.

‘The shade is 20″ in diameter, top and bottom, and 9″ tall. These are lamp shades only, for table lamps or hanging fixture lamps. There is a universal metal ring that fits between the fixture and the lightbulb… You can flip your old lamp into a super pretty natural glow. Each lamp also comes with a bottom light diffuser. It’s a “bottom” to the shade that gives it a sealed, light box look. The shade works without the diffuser as well, but a diffuser is included with each one. 60 watt max.’

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This reminds me a lot of a lamp by Nicolette Brunklaus, except the scene is more ethereal.

“Pendant lamp with black fabric on the outside and image of trees on the inside. One must peek under the edge to see the image inside. The cord is fabric covered, gold. Comes with plug. Size is: 8″ high x 18″ diameter. Uses 25-75 watt bulb. Can be hard wired, requires canopy.”

The subtle shimmer from the hand-beaten texture against the black matte exterior is really quite nice.

“Series of hand-beaten brass pendant lights with black patinated exterior.”

Beat Shade Wide: H 6.3 in x D 14.2 in
Beat Shade Fat: H 11.8 in x D 9.5 in
Beat Shade Tall: H 14.2 in x D 7.5 in

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A superb choice for your lighting needs, this pendant has presence with its orderly walnut veneer rings.

“The Meridian light is a simple expression of form and movement, like the paths of electrons around a nucleus, planets around the sun, or like the symmetry that the tropics, meridians and poles impose on the unruly shapes of the continents and countries of the globe.”

Walnut veneer bands with aluminum canopy
16″ in diameter, 19 Watt 5″ globe CFL bulb

This pendant light would look pretty stunning in the right space. I can see it over a large scale dining table with high ceilings.

43.25″L x 13″W x 10″H 130″OAH

[posted by kris]

This piece is pretty pricey, but it would transform your space nicely.

16″h x 17.75″w at top and 21.25″w at bottom.

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This lamp looks lovely.

“This wonderful matte white hanging lamp captures a nice soft glow when lit. It measures 7″w x 4 1/4″d x 8 3/4″h. Lamps made from thin moded porcelain. Lamps come with a fifteen foot white cord sets that ends with a plug, not hard wired. Bulbs sold separately.”

7″w x 4 1/4″d x 8 3/4″h