Besa Bombay Optic Glass Globe Semi-Flush Mount Ceiling Light

A handcrafted glass globe with a circular optic pattern blown inside: it throws rings of light onto the ceiling, in Clear or Smoke, with a dimmable LED filament or incandescent lamp.

• ✓ Optic-pattern globe
• ✓ Clear or Smoke
• ✓ LED filament or incandescent
• ✓ Projects light rings
• ✓ Dimmable
• ✓ Damp rated

The Besa Bombay is a semi-flush ceiling light built around a blown glass globe with a circular optical pattern on its interior. Light passing through the pattern casts rings onto nearby surfaces, and the lamp filament stays faintly visible behind the glass, so it works like a decorative pendant that sits near the ceiling. Clear is the brighter, more sparkling choice; Smoke softens the glow and reads darker and moodier by day.

Order it with incandescent lamping (one 60W A19 lamp, not included) or as the LED version with an 8W replaceable A19 LED filament lamp included: 800 lumens at 3000K, CRI 90+, rated 25,000 hours, dimmable. The 5-inch canopy and glass retainer come in Black or Satin Nickel. Besa’s Bombay video is in the gallery.

Specifications

• Brand: Besa Lighting
• Collection: Bombay
• Type: Semi-flush ("near ceiling") mount with a handcrafted optic glass globe on a 5" canopy
• Glass: Clear or Smoke glass globe with a circular optical pattern blown into its interior; the pattern plays the light onto nearby surfaces and the lamp filament stays faintly visible
• Finish: Black, Bronze or Satin Nickel canopy and glass retainer (Bronze is not on Besa’s current sheet for this ceiling version)
• Dimensions: 9.8" diameter x 8.4" H glass; about 9.4" overall drop; 5" canopy; handcrafted glass varies slightly
• Canopy: 5" diameter, plated stamped steel
• Mounting: Installs directly to a 4" octagonal outlet box, centered on the fixture; hardwired
• Lamping: Incandescent version: 1 x 60W A19 medium (E26) base lamp, not included. LED version: 1 x 8W replaceable A19 LED filament lamp, included
• LED performance: 800 lumens, 3000K, CRI 90+, rated 25,000 hours
• Light pattern: The optic pattern inside the globe projects rings of light onto the ceiling and walls, strongest with a filament-style lamp
• Dimming: Incandescent: standard incandescent dimmer; LED filament: dimmable (dimmers not included)
• Voltage: 120V
• Rating: Damp location, interior use only (bathrooms, laundry rooms and other humid rooms; not for outdoors); UL or ETL listed
• Materials: Handcrafted blown glass globe; plated stamped steel canopy and hardware
• Item numbers (MPN): BOMBAYSMC (Smoke) or BOMBAYCLC (Clear) + -BK or -SN; the LED filament version is ordered with Besa’s EDIL lamping code

Features

• Handcrafted globe with an interior optic pattern that projects rings of light
• 9.8" diameter x 8.4" H glass; about 9.4" overall
• Clear or Smoke glass
• Black or Satin Nickel canopy and hardware
• LED filament or incandescent lamping; dimmable
• 800 lumens of 3000K light with the LED version, CRI 90+
• Mounts to a 4" octagonal box
• Damp rated, interior use; UL or ETL listed

Spec sheet & installation

• Bombay semi-flush specification sheet (PDF, from Besa Lighting)
• Bombay semi-flush installation guide (PDF, from Besa Lighting)

Best for

Use the Bombay in entries, hallways, dining nooks, bedrooms and bathrooms where you want the ceiling to do something. Besa also makes the Bombay globe as cord and stem pendants and as an outdoor pendant. Related: Niles 10 bubble glass semi-flush, Belu ribbed drum.

Who this is not for

• Outdoor porches, soffits or covered patios: this ceiling version is rated for damp interior locations only (Besa makes a separate outdoor Bombay pendant).
• Anyone who wants a plain, even diffuser: the optic pattern and visible filament are the point of this fixture.
• Very low ceilings where every inch counts: the globe drops about 9.4 inches.

Why we carry it

We have been curating design-led lighting since 2009, and Bombay is one of the few semi-flush lights that makes the ceiling part of the show: the optic pattern paints light across the room, and the Smoke glass turns it into a quiet dark sphere by day. Besa Lighting pairs American design with European glass artisanship: its shades are hand-blown by skilled artisans using techniques passed down for generations, then hand-inspected at Besa’s factory in Ohio for color, pattern, thickness and size before they ship.

Buy once: durability and care

Switch off and let it cool, then wipe the globe with a soft cloth lightly dampened with mild soapy water and dry it; avoid abrasive cleaners (our advice). The LED filament lamp is replaceable and rated for 25,000 hours. Installation by a licensed electrician is recommended; 90°C supply wire is required for incandescent lamping.

Frequently asked questions

What are the dimensions of the Besa Bombay semi-flush?

The glass globe is 9.8 inches in diameter and 8.4 inches high, the drop is about 9.4 inches overall, and the canopy is 5 inches, per Besa’s spec sheet. Each globe is handcrafted, so allow for slight variation.

Clear or Smoke: which Besa Bombay glass should I choose?

Clear gives the brightest light and the crispest rings on the ceiling. Smoke tones the output down, hides the lamp a little more and reads as a dark glass sphere when off; it suits moodier rooms and bedrooms.

How bright is the Besa Bombay with the LED filament lamp?

The LED version gives 800 lumens at 3000K with CRI 90+, is dimmable and uses an A19 filament lamp (included). The incandescent version takes one 60W A19 lamp (not included) and dims with a standard incandescent dimmer.

Is the Besa Bombay suitable for a bathroom ceiling?

Yes. Besa rates it for damp locations, interior use only, so it suits bathroom, laundry and powder-room ceilings. It is not rated for outdoor ceilings or direct water spray.

Does the Besa Bombay show the light bulb?

Yes, by design: the filament is faintly visible through the glass, which is why a filament-style lamp looks best in it. The optic pattern then projects rings of light outward.

How do I install the Besa Bombay semi-flush?

It is hardwired and installs directly to a standard 4" octagonal outlet box, centered on the fixture; 90°C supply wire is required for incandescent lamping. Besa’s spec sheet and installation guide are linked above, and we recommend a licensed electrician.

Trade pricing for design professionals

Interior designers, architects, contractors and hospitality buyers can apply to the MetropolitanDecor Trade Program for trade pricing on Besa Lighting and the rest of our catalog, plus a dedicated trade support line. Lighting a whole kitchen, restaurant or hotel floor? Contact us with quantities and finishes and we will confirm stock before you order.

Shipping & returns

In-stock finishes ship in 2–3 business days. Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. All sales are final, so check the size, finish, glass and lamping above before ordering; if your order arrives damaged or isn’t what you ordered, contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we’ll make it right.

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