Description
The Carisbrooke is a 5-arm black metal chandelier with gracefully curved candelabra-style arms, each featuring hand-bound wire drapes that cascade from the central column. Ivory-coloured candle tubes sit in shallow dish-shaped pans on each arm, creating a Gothic-inspired silhouette that references European ecclesiastical lighting. Five E14 bulbs (sold separately, maximum 60W each) provide ambient light suitable for dining rooms, entrance halls and larger living spaces.
The chandelier measures 470mm in diameter and spans approximately 405mm from the base of the ceiling cup to the bottom of the lowest arm curve. The drop is adjustable on installation from 470mm minimum (semi-flush configuration using the flush convert system) to 1105mm maximum (chain-hung with the full 640mm chain extended). This adaptability makes the fitting suitable for both standard 2.4m ceilings and taller rooms with ceiling heights of 3m or above.
The black finish is applied to a steel frame and provides a matt-to-satin appearance depending on light angle, minimising reflections while retaining a forged-metal aesthetic. The hand-bound wire drapes add textural detail and cast fine secondary shadows when the chandelier is lit. The ivory candle tubes provide tonal contrast against the black metalwork and reference traditional wax-candle chandeliers, though the fitting uses standard mains wiring and E14 screw bulbs rather than real flames.
The flush convert system allows the chandelier to be installed without the chain, bringing the fitting closer to the ceiling for rooms where headroom is limited. This configuration reduces the minimum drop to 470mm, though the Gothic arch of the arms still requires adequate vertical clearance to avoid visual crowding. The standard chain-hung installation suits dining tables where the chandelier needs to sit 700-900mm above the surface.
Specification
| Height |
405mm |
| Diameter |
470mm |
| Width |
470mm |
| Minimum Drop |
470mm |
| Maximum Drop |
1105mm |
| Maximum Wattage |
60W |
| Socket |
E14 |
| Bulb(s) Included |
No |
| Warranty |
2 Year |
| Chain/Wire/Cord Length |
640mm |
| Height Adjustable |
On Installation |
Frequently Asked
What bulbs does the Carisbrooke take?
The chandelier requires five E14 small Edison screw bulbs, each rated up to 60W maximum. Bulbs are sold separately. Most users pair this with warm-white LED candle bulbs between 4-6W and 2700K for a soft ambient glow that complements the Gothic aesthetic.
Can it be used on lower ceilings?
Yes. The flush convert system allows the chandelier to be installed without the chain, reducing the minimum drop to 470mm. This semi-flush configuration suits ceiling heights from 2.4m upwards, though the arched arms still require adequate vertical space to avoid appearing cramped.
Are glass shades available?
Optional glass shades can be fitted to the E14 sockets to soften the light output and add a candle-flame effect. Contact us to check compatibility and availability of shades that fit the Carisbrooke's candle tube diameter.
What ceiling rose size is required?
The ceiling cup is designed to cover a standard UK ceiling rose up to approximately 100mm in diameter. The chandelier's central column conceals the mains cable run and chain fixings.