Large Black Rattan Herringbone Pendant

Black and brown rattan woven together in a herringbone, so the shade carries two tones and a strong diagonal rhythm rather than a single flat colour. The brown keeps it from going severe; the black gives it enough weight to hold a large kitchen island on its own, which a natural shade of the same size often cannot. It is a fixture that reads as deliberate from across a room.

The herringbone matters more at this scale than it would on a small shade. On a 60 cm diameter there is enough surface for the pattern to develop and repeat, so instead of texture you see structure. At night, the light coming through the diagonals throws a corresponding zigzag across the ceiling, which is a more interesting shadow than a plain weave produces.

Made from natural rattan and wicker, it is also suited to a covered patio or terrace, where the dark finish holds up better against sunlight than a pale one. Three sizes are offered, 40, 50 and 60 cm. Bulb not included; a warm white LED suits both tones. Keep it under cover rather than in direct rain, and dust it with a dry soft brush.

• Material: natural rattan and wicker, black and brown herringbone weave
• Sizes: 40, 50 and 60 cm diameter
• Best used: over a large kitchen island or a long dining table
• Bulb: not included, warm white LED recommended
• Voltage: 110V-240V
• Light: diagonal zigzag shadow pattern
• Use: indoor or covered outdoor, not in direct rain
• Care: dust with a dry, soft brush