Cathedral Slpd315 Pendant Light by Visual Comfort & Co

The Cathedral Pendant by Sean Lavin for Visual Comfort Modern draws its name from the quality of light it produces — soft, diffused, and slightly otherworldly — rather than any literal architectural reference. Its hand-blown glass shade is the defining element: a clear, organically formed globe that catches and bends the integrated LED source into a warm ambient glow. The shade is supported by a slim metal rod and canopy in Natural Brass or Dark Bronze, keeping the hardware minimal and directing all visual attention to the glass. It reads as both an art object and a light source — a quality that makes it work equally well as a solo pendant over a small table or in a cluster of three over a kitchen island.

At 10 inches wide and 27 inches tall with stems, the Cathedral scales well to standard residential ceilings. The (2) 6-inch and (4) 12-inch rigid stems included with each fixture allow hanging height to be set between 33.9 and 87.9 inches — covering the full range from 8-foot to 10-foot ceiling installations with room to spare. The integrated 7.2W LED module produces 549 lumens at 2700K warm white with 90 CRI. Fully dimmable with ELV, TRIAC, and 0-10V dimmers.

Natural Brass is a living finish — it develops a warm, deepening patina over time that adds character to the fixture. Dark Bronze is a stable, versatile tone that reads well against both dark and light wall colors. Either finish pairs naturally with the Cathedral's clear glass, which takes on a warm amber quality when lit against a dark room.

Designer: Sean Lavin | Brand: Visual Comfort Modern

Specifications

• Diameter: 10"
• Height (fixture only): 27"
• Min. hanging height: 33.9"
• Max. hanging height: 87.9"
• Weight: 14 lbs
• Light source: Integrated LED
• Wattage: 7.2W
• Lumens: 549 lm
• Color temperature: 2700K
• CRI: 90
• Voltage: 120V
• Dimming: ELV, TRIAC, and 0-10V
• Stems included: (2) 6" + (4) 12" rigid stems, coordinating finish
• Materials: Brass, hand-blown glass
• Location rating: ETL Listed, Damp rated
• Finishes: Natural Brass (SLPD31527CNB), Dark Bronze (SLPD31527CBZ)
• Warranty: 5 years

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many Cathedral pendants work over a kitchen island?
A: Three pendants spaced 24–30 inches apart is the most common kitchen island configuration. For islands shorter than 60 inches, two pendants are sufficient. The 10-inch diameter keeps groupings from feeling crowded even at tighter spacing.

Q: Is the glass shade hand-blown in every unit?
A: Yes — each Cathedral shade is individually hand-blown, meaning slight variations in shape, thickness, and the way light refracts through the glass are inherent and expected. No two are exactly identical. This is a feature of the handblown process, not a defect.

Q: Can the Cathedral be installed on a sloped ceiling?
A: The Cathedral uses rigid stems rather than cable, so it requires a flat ceiling for standard installation. A sloped ceiling adapter may be available — consult your electrician before ordering for sloped applications.

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