Besa Plato Glass Ring Pendant Pendant, Stem Mount

The Plato ring-and-cylinder glass on a rigid, adjustable stem: every shade hangs straight and still, even from a vaulted ceiling, thanks to the swivel canopy.

• ✓ Rigid stem kit
• ✓ Swivel canopy for sloped ceilings
• ✓ 12" ring-and-cylinder glass
• ✓ Damp rated
• ✓ UL or ETL listed
• ✓ LED option, 300 lm

This is the stem-mount version of Besa Lighting’s Plato, a playful double-glass pendant, an opal cylinder centered in a radiused ring of transparent glass. The ring-and-cylinder glass is the same one Besa offers on its other mounts, 12 inches across and 12 inches tall, but it hangs from a plated steel stem kit: a telescoping section with up to 3 inches of adjustment plus 3", 6", 12" and 18" sections, 39 inches as standard and up to 10 feet with extra sections. A swivel at the 5-inch canopy lets the stem hang plumb under a sloped ceiling.

Plato is a playful double-glass shade: a cylindrical opal glass, soft white cased glass with a tranquil glow and a satin-etched outer layer, centered inside a radiused outer ring of transparent European glass in Amber, Blue, Clear or Smoke. Order the LED version (a 5W replaceable, dimmable LED source is included: 300 lumens at 3000K, CRI 90+) or the incandescent version for a 60W B10 medium-base (E26) bulb of your choice. The photos show the Plato glass options; on this version the shade hangs from the stem kit pictured in the drawing.

Specifications

• Brand: Besa Lighting
• Collection: Plato
• Type: One-light stem-mounted pendant with a 5" swivel canopy
• Finishes: Black
• Glass: Double-glass handcrafted European blown glass with an opal inner cylinder in a transparent outer ring: Amber, Blue, Clear or Smoke
• Dimensions: Shade 12" diameter x 12" high; handcrafted glass varies slightly
• Suspension: Stem kit: telescoping section (up to 3" adjustment) plus four connectable stem sections of 3", 6", 12" and 18"; 39" standard overall length, 10 ft maximum with extra sections; 5" diameter canopy with swivel; plated steel
• Mounting: Installs directly to a 4" octagonal or round ceiling box; suitable for sloped ceilings
• Lamping: Incandescent version: 1 x 60W B10 medium (E26) base lamp, not included; dims with a standard incandescent dimmer. LED version: 5W replaceable LED source, included: 300 lumens, 3000K, CRI 90+, rated 30,000 hours, dimmable
• LED performance: 300 lumens, 3000K, CRI 90+, rated 30,000 hours, dimmable
• Voltage: 120V
• Rating: Damp location, interior use only; UL or ETL listed
• Materials: Handcrafted glass; plated steel
• Item numbers (MPN): 1TT-PLATOAM (Amber), 1TT-PLATOBL (Blue), 1TT-PLATOCL (Clear), 1TT-PLATOSM (Smoke), followed by -BK; LED versions add -LED before the finish

Features

• Double-glass handcrafted European blown glass with an opal inner cylinder in a transparent outer ring, 12" x 12"
• Amber, Blue, Clear, Smoke glass
• Black finish
• Stem kit: 39" standard, up to 10 ft with added sections
• Swivel canopy, suitable for sloped ceilings
• LED (5W, 300 lm, 3000K, included) or 60W B10 medium-base (E26) bulb
• Damp rated, interior use; UL or ETL listed

Spec sheet & installation

• Plato pendant specification sheet (PDF, from Besa Lighting)
• Plato pendant installation guide (PDF, from Besa Lighting)

Best for

Vaulted and sloped ceilings, long islands, restaurant and café counters, and any run of pendants that should sit at exactly the same height. The Plato itself suits entries, stair halls, dining tables and bar counters where a sculptural ring of color should be seen from every side. Related: Pahu 12 stem pendant.

Who this is not for

• Anyone who wants to change the drop freely after installation: the stem length is set by assembling sections.
• Drops longer than 10 ft: that is the stem kit’s maximum.
• Anyone who needs every shade identical: handcrafted glass varies slightly.
• Outdoor porches and patios: it is rated for damp interior locations only.

Why we carry it

We have been curating design-led lighting since 2009, and the stem Plato solves a common problem on sloped ceilings: the swivel canopy and rigid stem keep each shade plumb and in line. 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

With the power off and the shade cool, wipe the glass with a soft cloth lightly misted with glass cleaner (spray the cloth, not the fixture) and dust the stem and canopy with a dry microfiber cloth (our advice). The LED source is replaceable. Installation by a licensed electrician is recommended.

Frequently asked questions

What size is the Plato stem pendant glass?

The shade is 12" in diameter and 12" high, the same glass Besa offers on its other mounts. Handcrafted glass varies slightly.

Which bulb does the Plato stem pendant use?

The LED version includes its 5W replaceable LED source: 300 lumens, 3000K, CRI 90+, rated 30,000 hours, dimmable. The incandescent version takes a 60W B10 medium (E26) base lamp, sold separately.

Which glass options does the Plato stem pendant come in?

Amber, Blue, Clear or Smoke. Plato is a playful double-glass shade: a cylindrical opal glass, soft white cased glass with a tranquil glow and a satin-etched outer layer, centered inside a radiused outer ring of transparent European glass in Amber, Blue, Clear or Smoke.

How long is the stem on the Besa Plato stem pendant?

The kit has a telescoping section with up to 3" of adjustment plus 3", 6", 12" and 18" sections: 39" standard overall, and up to 10 ft with extra sections.

Will the Plato stem pendant hang straight from a sloped ceiling?

Yes. The 5" canopy has a swivel, so the stem hangs plumb under a sloped ceiling.

Can the Plato stem pendant go in a bathroom?

Yes. Besa rates it for damp locations, interior use only.

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.