Catena 118-inch Crystal LED Chandelier by Visual Comfort & Co

Named for the Italian word for chain link, the Catena 118 draws its design logic from the ancient geometry of interlocking forms. Sean Lavin translated that idea into a lighting object of genuine jewelry-like precision: faceted, rectangular crystals cradled in meticulously crafted solid brass hardware, linked together and draped between two ceiling mounting points like a luminous garland suspended in space. The result reads as sculpture first and light source second, which is exactly the point.

What makes the construction stand apart is the commitment to screwless detailing throughout. Hidden pivot joints between each crystal module create an uninterrupted silhouette — no visible hardware, no visual interruption — just a continuous chain of refracted light. Integrated LEDs illuminate each crystal from within, multiplying the light into dozens of micro-reflections that shift and shimmer as the surrounding environment changes. At 118 inches in height, it is scaled for dramatic two-story foyers, open-plan living spaces, and hospitality interiors where architecture demands an equally considered response.

The Catena 118 is available in Bronze, Hand Rubbed Antique Brass, and Polished Nickel, and in both 2700K and 3000K color temperatures to suit warm or cool interior palettes. Sloped ceiling compatibility up to 45° and both surface and remote driver options make installation flexible across a wide range of architectural conditions.

Designed by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort Modern Collection.

Specifications

• Wattage: 13.2W total (3 × 4.4W integrated LED modules)
• Lumens: ~915 total delivered lumens (3 × 305)
• Color Temperature: 2700K or 3000K
• CRI: 90
• Dimensions: 0.9"W × 118.6"H
• Canopy: 4.5"D × 0.8"H
• Voltage: 120–277V
• Dimming: ELV, TRIAC (surface driver) | 0-10V (remote/277V driver)
• Location Rating: Damp rated
• Sloped Ceiling: Compatible up to 45°
• Warranty: 5 years
• SKUs: SLCH725 — available in Bronze, Hand Rubbed Antique Brass, Polished Nickel; 2700K or 3000K; surface or remote driver

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Catena" mean, and how does that inform the design?
Catena is the Italian word for chain link. Sean Lavin used that structural idea as both form and function — each crystal module connects to the next through precision-engineered brass pivot joints with hidden hardware, creating a seamless, jewelry-like chain of light that drapes between two mounting points.

Is the Catena 118 a primary light source or an accent fixture?
It is primarily a decorative accent and architectural statement piece. With approximately 915 total delivered lumens across three crystal modules, it provides ambient shimmer and visual drama rather than general illumination. In most spaces it performs best alongside other light sources.

What finishes are available, and is the brass a living finish?
The Catena 118 is available in Bronze, Hand Rubbed Antique Brass, and Polished Nickel. Hand Rubbed Antique Brass is a living finish — it will naturally patina and warm over time, which deepens its character. A brass cleaner can restore the finish if uneven spotting develops.

Can the Catena 118 be installed on a sloped ceiling?
Yes — the fixture is compatible with sloped ceilings up to 45°. Both surface-mount and remote driver configurations are available, and the low-profile canopy ensures a clean ceiling connection regardless of mounting type.

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