{"product_id":"alabaster-chandelier-cupola-8-light-by-visual-comfort-co","title":"Visual Comfort Cupola Alabaster 8-Light Chandelier | Sean Lavin | Nightshade Black or Natural Brass","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Cupola Alabaster 8-Light Chandelier is Sean Lavin's most refined expression of the Trellis collection — eight domed alabaster optics arranged in a tight circular canopy formation, each one housing a dedicated integrated LED source that glows through the stone with a soft, layered warmth. The result is a chandelier that reads as a single luminous object from across the room and dissolves into individual sculptural diffusers up close. Available in Nightshade Black and Natural Brass, the Cupola 8-Light is designed for dining rooms, foyers, and living rooms where a statement fixture with genuine material depth is the goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike crystal or glass optics, alabaster is a natural mineral — semi-translucent, with subtle veining unique to each stone. It absorbs and diffuses the 3000K LED source within each dome, eliminating glare and hot spots entirely and delivering a warm, even glow that flatters the room without drawing attention to the light source itself. At 34.4 total watts and 2,752 delivered lumens, the Cupola 8-Light produces serious ambient output — enough to serve as the primary light source in a dining room or living area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is built for flexibility. Each pendant ships with 11 feet of field-cuttable cable that can be trimmed on-site to the exact drop height you need, and the quick-connect system speeds up the assembly process significantly. The canopy is rated for sloped ceilings up to 45° when swag hooks are used, making it compatible with vaulted and cathedral ceiling installations. Dual voltage (120V–277V) compatibility makes the Cupola 8-Light specification-ready for both residential and commercial settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Works in Your Space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Cupola's circular symmetry is architecturally deliberate — it centers naturally above round tables, square islands, and circular room features, and reads cleanly from all angles. The Nightshade Black canopy creates a crisp contrast with the warm alabaster glow, grounding the fixture in darker, more graphic interiors. The Natural Brass canopy harmonizes with warmer palettes — honey wood tones, terracotta, aged bronze, or cream plaster — and picks up gold and brass accents throughout the room. Pair with an ELV or TRIAC dimmer for full scene control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sean Lavin | \u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trellis | \u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visual Comfort Modern (Visual Comfort \u0026amp; Co., Houston, TX) | ETL Listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: 8-light circular canopy chandelier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishes: Nightshade Black | Natural Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiffuser Material: Natural alabaster stone (domed optic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Source: Integrated LED — 34.4W total\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivered Lumens: 2,752 lm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor Temperature: 3000K\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 120V–277V (dual voltage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimming: ELV and TRIAC compatible dimmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable: 11-ft field-cuttable cable included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeiling Slope: Compatible up to 45° with swag hooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnvironment: Indoor | Dry location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation: Hardwired ceiling pendant — professional installation recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListing: ETL Listed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the Cupola 8-Light differ from the Gable Alabaster 8-Light?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: The Cupola arranges its eight alabaster diffusers in a structured, symmetrical circular ring on a round canopy — formal and architecturally precise. The Gable uses an asymmetric cluster drop arrangement. The Cupola reads as a unified chandelier; the Gable reads as an organic, cloud-like cluster. Choose the Cupola for symmetrical rooms and formal dining settings; the Gable for a more expressive, sculptural look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is each alabaster diffuser unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes — alabaster is a natural stone and each domed optic has its own mineral veining and translucency. No two are identical. This variation is inherent to the material and considered desirable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I install the Cupola on a vaulted or sloped ceiling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes — with swag hooks, the Cupola 8-Light is compatible with ceiling slopes up to 45°.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I cut the cable to a custom length?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes. Each pendant ships with 11 feet of cable that can be trimmed in the field to your exact required drop height — no additional hardware needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What dimmer is compatible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: The Cupola 8-Light is dimmable with most LED-compatible ELV (electronic low voltage) and TRIAC dimmers. 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