Description
The Carisbrooke is a 12-arm chandelier in a black finish with hand-bound wire drapes connecting each curved arm in a cascading Gothic pattern. Each arm supports an ivory-coloured candle tube housing an E14 candle bulb (sold separately), arranged in two tiers around a central vertical column. The wire draping, bound individually by hand, creates multiple loops between the candle positions, giving the chandelier a sculptural presence even when unlit.
Designed for dining rooms, entrance halls and living rooms with ceiling heights of 2.7m or higher, the Carisbrooke provides ambient overhead light from the twelve candle positions arranged radially around the centre. The black metal finish contrasts with the ivory candle tubes, providing visual definition to each arm. The chandelier measures approximately 900mm in diameter and requires adequate ceiling height clearance above dining tables or seating areas to avoid head-height obstruction.
The Gothic-inspired frame design references European ecclesiastical metalwork, with the draped wire construction historically used in wrought-iron church fixtures and manor house lighting. The black powder-coat finish on the metal softens over time with handling and light exposure, developing a subtle patina. The combination of hand-bound draping and candelabra-style arms gives the Carisbrooke more visual weight than equivalent-size chandeliers with simple curved arms, making it suitable for period-detail interiors, country house settings, and contemporary spaces needing a statement overhead piece.
Frequently Asked
What bulbs does the Carisbrooke take?
The chandelier takes twelve E14 small Edison screw candle bulbs, sold separately. Most users pair this with warm-white LED candle bulbs at 4-6W and 2700K to replicate the appearance of traditional candlelight without the heat output of incandescent bulbs.
What ceiling height is needed?
The Carisbrooke is designed for rooms with ceiling heights of 2.7m or above. In dining rooms, the chandelier typically hangs 750-850mm above the table surface. Lower ceilings can accommodate the fitting if the chain is shortened during installation.
How is the wire draping attached?
Each wire drape is hand-bound to the metal arms during manufacture, creating fixed loops between candle positions. The drapes are part of the structural design and cannot be removed or adjusted once the chandelier is assembled.
Is the chandelier dimmable?
Dimmer compatibility depends on the bulbs used. LED E14 candle bulbs marked as dimmable will work with most leading-edge dimmers. Check the bulb specification before pairing with a dimmer switch.