Visual Comfort Akova 13 Globe Pendant | Acrylic Globe | Brass & Black Finishes

The Akova Grande Pendant by Visual Comfort Modern is a bold, 13-inch globe pendant that makes its presence felt with scale, material contrast, and a design confidence that belies its relatively accessible price point. Conceived in the Matte Black/Aged Brass or Aged Brass/Bright Brass finish combinations, the Akova's oversized acrylic sphere — illuminated from within with a warm, diffused glow — is anchored by a precision-machined brass canopy and cord assembly that gives the fixture its architectural anchor. The result is a pendant that reads as genuinely large and intentional without the scale or cost of bespoke custom lighting.

Available for standard E26 medium base bulbs (LED included or not included as selected), the Akova Grande offers full compatibility with dimmable LED technology and accepts a medium-base A19 LED bulb for the most flexible, replaceable light source in the catalog. Its 13-inch diameter hits the sweet spot between accent pendant and statement pendant — substantial enough to anchor a kitchen island or dining table solo, light enough to cluster three or four for a more dramatic installation.

Why It Works in Your Space
The Akova's oversized clear acrylic globe creates a soft, omnidirectional diffusion of light — warm, flattering, and glare-free. Hang one above a kitchen island for clean task lighting with visual impact; cluster three above a dining table for a layered, modern pendant grouping; use a pair in an entryway flanking a console for a composed, hotel-quality moment. The Matte Black/Aged Brass colorway is the more modern and graphic choice; the Aged Brass/Bright Brass version is warmer and more transitional, comfortable in both contemporary and more traditional interiors.

Designer: Visual Comfort Modern (Tech Lighting) | Brand: Visual Comfort & Co. (Houston, TX)
ETL Listed.

Specifications

• Dimensions: Ø 13" × adjustable cord suspension
• Shade: Oversized acrylic globe
• Finishes: Matte Black/Aged Brass | Aged Brass/Bright Brass
• Bulb: E26 medium base — A19 LED 90 CRI 2700K included with LED variant; lamp not included in standard variant
• Voltage: 120V
• Dimming: Compatible with dimmable LED bulb + trailing-edge dimmer
• Environment: Indoor | Dry location
• Installation: Hardwired ceiling pendant
• Listing: ETL Listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does the Akova 13 differ from the Akova 18?
A: The Akova 13 (Ø 13") is the smaller version, well-suited to kitchen islands, single pendant applications, or clustered groupings over a dining table. The Akova 18 (Ø 18") is a larger, more commanding piece that makes a stronger solo statement in larger rooms. Both use the same acrylic globe construction and finish options.

Q: Is the LED bulb included?
A: It depends on the variant selected. The "LED" variant includes an A19 LED 90 CRI 2700K 120V bulb. The "No Lamp" variant ships without a bulb — suitable if you're sourcing your own preferred LED bulb separately.

Q: Can I use the Akova 13 on a dimmer?
A: Yes — when used with a compatible dimmable LED A19 bulb and a trailing-edge dimmer switch installed by a licensed electrician.

Q: Can I group multiple Akova 13 pendants together?
A: Yes — the Akova 13 is frequently clustered in groups of 2–4 above a long dining table or kitchen island. Contact your electrician about multi-pendant canopy options if required.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.