Besa Pape 12 Glitter or Opal Ribbed Glass Semi-Flush Mount Ceiling Light

A wide, ridged handcrafted glass shade on a 5-inch canopy: choose sparkling Glitter or calm Opal Ribbed, three finishes, and 60W incandescent or dimmable 9W LED lamping.

• ✓ Handcrafted ridged glass
• ✓ Glitter or Opal Ribbed
• ✓ LED or incandescent
• ✓ 800 lm LED option
• ✓ Dimmable
• ✓ Damp rated

The Besa Pape 12 is a semi-flush ceiling light built around a wide but compact glass shade with distinctive ridges, softly radiused to sit gracefully in contemporary rooms. Glitter glass is clear blown glass with a crystal coating inside: unlit it reads as frosted, lit it comes alive with prismatic sparkle (Besa’s Glitter video is in the gallery). Opal Ribbed is a soft white cased glass blown into a faceted mold and satin-etched, so the ridges show as gentle texture and the glow stays calm. It is sized for bedrooms, kitchens, dining nooks, home offices and larger hallways.

Order it with incandescent lamping (one 60W A19 medium-base lamp of your choice, not included) or as the LED version with a replaceable 9W LED lamp included: 800 lumens at 3000K, CRI 90+, rated 30,000 hours, and dimmable. The 5-inch canopy and the glass retainer come in Black, Bronze or Satin Nickel. The shade measures 11.75 inches across and 7.5 inches high, so the fixture hangs close to the ceiling without hugging it.

Specifications

• Brand: Besa Lighting
• Collection: Pape
• Type: Semi-flush ("near ceiling") mount with a wide, ridged handcrafted glass shade on a 5" canopy
• Size: Pape 12
• Glass: Glitter: clear blown glass with a crystal coating applied inside; micro-layers of glass particles bend reflected and transmitted light, so it looks frosted unlit and sparkles with prismatic effects when lit. Opal Ribbed: soft white cased glass blown into a faceted mold, satin-etched outside, so the ridges show as gentle texture and the glow stays calm
• Finish: Black, Bronze or Satin Nickel canopy and glass retainer
• Dimensions: 11.75" diameter x 7.5" H shade; 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 9W replaceable LED lamp, included
• LED performance: 800 lumens, 3000K, CRI 90+, rated 30,000 hours
• Dimming: Incandescent: standard incandescent dimmer; LED: 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 European glass (Glitter or Opal Ribbed); plated stamped steel canopy and hardware
• Item numbers (MPN): 4913GLC (Glitter), 491307C (Opal Ribbed) + -BK, -BR or -SN; LED versions add -LED before the finish

Features

• Handcrafted ridged glass: Glitter (prismatic sparkle) or Opal Ribbed (soft white)
• 11.75" diameter x 7.5" H shade
• Black, Bronze or Satin Nickel canopy and hardware
• LED 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

• Pape 10 / 12 semi-flush specification sheet (PDF, from Besa Lighting)
• Pape semi-flush installation guide (PDF, from Besa Lighting)

Best for

Use the Pape 12 in bedrooms, kitchens, dining nooks, home offices and larger hallways. Besa also makes the Pape 10 (10.25" diameter x 6.6" H shade shade) and the Pape glass as cord, cable and stem pendants. Related: Pape 10 (smaller), Pahu 12 double glass semi-flush.

Who this is not for

• Outdoor porches, soffits or covered patios: it is rated for damp interior locations only.
• Anyone who wants an integrated, no-bulb LED: the Pape LED is a replaceable 9W lamp, which is easier to service but not integrated.
• Anyone who wants a true flush mount: the Pape hangs on a canopy, about 7.5 inches of glass below it.

Why we carry it

We have been curating design-led lighting since 2009, and Pape is the rare semi-flush that reads as a designed object: the ridged glass has real presence, and the Glitter version does something no plain diffuser can. 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 glass with a soft cloth lightly dampened with mild soapy water and dry it; avoid abrasive cleaners (our advice). The LED lamp is replaceable and rated for 30,000 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 Pape 12?

The shade is 11.75 inches in diameter and 7.5 inches high on a 5-inch canopy, per Besa’s spec sheet. Each glass is handcrafted, so allow for slight variation.

Glitter or Opal Ribbed: which Besa Pape 12 glass should I choose?

Glitter looks frosted when off and throws prismatic sparkle when lit; it suits rooms that want a focal point. Opal Ribbed is a soft white glass with gentle ridges and a calm, even glow, the quieter choice for bedrooms and hallways.

How bright is the Besa Pape 12 with LED lamping?

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

Is the Besa Pape 12 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.

Can I replace the LED in the Besa Pape 12?

Yes: the LED version uses a replaceable 9W LED lamp (included), rated 30,000 hours, so there is no need to replace the fixture when the lamp ages.

How do I install the Besa Pape 12?

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.