Bismarck 5 Light Chandelier - Earth Black with Gold Sockets

The Bismarck is a 5-light chandelier built around five hexagonal frames in an earth black powder-coated finish, each housing a single E27 bulb socket painted in gold. The five hexagons radiate from a central hub on a height-adjustable cable suspension, creating a geometric cluster that measures 636mm across all axes. The open-frame construction allows light to escape in multiple directions while the hexagonal geometry casts angular shadows onto surrounding walls and ceilings.

Designed for dining rooms, entrance halls and living rooms with ceiling heights of 2.4m or above, the Bismarck works as both task and ambient lighting depending on bulb choice. The adjustable drop of 394mm minimum to 1154mm maximum allows the chandelier to be set at the correct height above a dining table (typically 700-800mm clearance) or lowered into a double-height foyer. The painted gold sockets provide visual contrast against the black frames and throw warm reflections when paired with filament-style bulbs.

The earth black finish is a matte powder coat that absorbs rather than reflects light, keeping focus on the bulbs themselves and the geometric frame structure. Each hexagonal cage measures approximately 200mm point-to-point, sized to frame a standard ST64 or A60 filament bulb without the glass touching the metalwork. The combined weight of the five-arm assembly and central hub requires a ceiling fixing rated for at least 3kg.

What bulbs does it take?

The Bismarck uses five E27 bulbs, each rated up to 60W. Bulbs are sold separately. Most users pair this chandelier with ST64 or A60 filament LED bulbs in warm white (2700K) to complement the gold sockets and show the visible filament through the open hexagonal frames.

What ceiling height is needed?

The adjustable drop ranges from 394mm to 1154mm. For a dining table the chandelier typically sits 700-800mm above the surface, which works in rooms with ceiling heights of 2.4m or above. The minimum drop configuration suits lower ceilings or positions where the chandelier needs to sit closer to the ceiling rose.

Is it dimmable?

Dimmer compatibility depends on the bulbs fitted. The chandelier itself has no built-in electronics, so pairing it with dimmable LED bulbs and a compatible dimmer switch on the circuit will allow dimming. Check the bulb specifications before purchasing.

How much does it weigh?

The combined weight of the five hexagonal arms, central hub and metalwork is approximately 2.5-3kg. The ceiling fixing must be rated to support at least 3kg, preferably with the ceiling rose screwed into a joist or solid noggin rather than plasterboard alone.