Tentacle 5 Light Semi-Flush Ceiling Light - Rustic Gold

The Tentacle is a 680mm semi-flush ceiling light with five curling arms finished in rustic gold, each terminating in a frosted amber glass shade that houses an E14 bulb fitting. The arms extend from a central ceiling plate in an organic, flowing pattern that gives the fitting a sculptural profile without hanging low into the room. The frosted amber glass diffuses light with a warm tonal cast, and the hand-painted rustic gold finish shows tonal variation across the metalwork.

Designed for living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms with ceiling heights of 2.4m or above, the semi-flush mounting keeps the fitting close to the ceiling while allowing the curling arms to project downwards and outwards across approximately 680mm of ceiling span. The 320mm total height from ceiling to the lowest point of the shade means the fitting works in rooms where a full-drop chandelier would hang too low. Each of the five E14 fittings accepts bulbs up to 40W, giving flexibility to choose LED, halogen or decorative filament bulbs depending on the light output and colour temperature required.

The amber glass shades are handmade, so minor variations in tone and translucency occur between individual pieces. The rustic gold finish is hand-painted onto the metal frame, creating a weathered, antique appearance rather than a uniform polished surface. The combined weight of the metal frame and glass shades is 5.5kg, requiring secure fixing into a ceiling joist or the use of appropriate cavity fixings rated for the load.

Is the Tentacle dimmable?

The fitting itself is compatible with dimming, but you must use dimmable E14 bulbs and pair them with a compatible dimmer switch. Not all LED bulbs dim smoothly, so check the bulb manufacturer's compatibility guidance before installation.

What bulbs does it take?

The fitting takes five E14 (small Edison screw) bulbs, sold separately. Maximum wattage per fitting is typically 40W for halogen or incandescent, or equivalent LED. Most users pair this with warm white LED bulbs between 4-6W and 2700K to complement the amber glass.

What ceiling height is needed?

The 320mm drop from ceiling to the lowest point of the shade means the fitting works in rooms with ceiling heights of 2.4m or above. Below this height the fitting may feel visually intrusive in the space.

How is the rustic gold finish applied?

The rustic gold is hand-painted onto the metal frame, creating a weathered, antique appearance with tonal variation across the surface. This is intentional and part of the design character, not a defect.