Pablo Designs Bola Sphere LED Pendant – Opal Glass, Warm Dim, 4"–24"

A glowing opal moon on a slender post: the foundation of the Bola collection.

Bola Sphere is the elemental heart of the Bola collection, a seductive blown opal glass globe on a slim chromated stainless-steel post. It comes in eight sizes, from a 4-inch jewel to a 24-inch statement, and in Chrome, Brass, Rose Gold, Gunmetal, Matte Black or Matte White with a matching canopy.

Its integrated LED gives exceptionally rich 95 CRI light and dims from 2700K toward a candle-like 1800K, so evenings feel genuinely warm. Hang one alone, run several in a line, or mix sizes into a cluster.

Meet the designer

Pablo Studio

In-house design team, San Francisco · Pablo Designs, San Francisco

The Pablo Studio is the company’s small San Francisco team of makers and inventors, with backgrounds in industrial design, craft, materials and manufacturing. Each project is refined until every element earns its place, the Pablo rule of “less is more.”

Specifications

• Brand: Pablo Designs (San Francisco, since 1993)
• Designer: Pablo Studio
• Collection: Bola
• Model: Bola Sphere Pendant
• Type: Pendant, hardwired
• Globe sizes: 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16 or 24 in (10–60 cm)
• Light source: Integrated high-output LED (chip on board)
• Light output: 290 lm (4 in), 305 lm (5 in), 800 lm (6 in), 1,625 lm (8–16 in), 1,700 lm (24 in)
• Power: 6 W (4, 5 in), 12 W (6 in), 20 W (8–24 in)
• Color temperature: 2700K–1800K warm dim: glows warmer as it dims
• Color rendering: 95 CRI
• Voltage: 120–277V, 50/60 Hz
• Dimming: Hardwired, fully dimmable; TRIAC/ELV and 0–10V; DALI on request
• LED lifespan: 50,000 hours
• Certifications: ETL, CE
• Warranty: 1 year from Pablo Designs; integrated LED covered for 5 years
• Cord: 8.9 ft (2.7 m), field-cuttable
• Materials: Blown opal glass globe (4–16 in), polymer globe (24 in), chromated stainless-steel post, steel canopy
• Finishes: Chrome, Brass, Rose Gold, Gunmetal, Matte Black, Matte White
• Item numbers (MPN): BOLA SPH [size] [finish], e.g. BOLA SPH 8 CRM

Features

• Eight sizes: 4 to 24 inches.
• Warm dim: 2700K to 1800K.
• 95 CRI: true, flattering color.
• Six finishes: with matching canopy.
• Groupable: lines or clusters.

Best for

Islands, dining tables, bedsides, stairwells and entries. For a ready-made cluster, see the Bola Sphere Chandelier; for low ceilings, the Bola Sphere Flush.

Who this is not for

• Plug-in installs: it is hardwired.
• Outdoor use.
• Directional task lighting.

Why we carry it

MetropolitanDecor is an authorized Pablo Designs retailer, curating design-led lighting since 2009. Bola Sphere is one of the purest pendants we know: a perfect glowing globe with beautiful warm-dim light. MetropolitanDecor carries every size and finish.

Buy once: durability and care

Bola carries a one-year Pablo Designs warranty, and the integrated LED is covered for five years. Our care advice: switch off power, dust the opal glass with a soft dry cloth, and clean mirrored or polished metal with a microfiber cloth and a little glass cleaner sprayed on the cloth, never directly on the fixture. Hardwired models should be installed by a licensed electrician.

Downloads for specifiers

• Bola Sphere spec sheet (PDF)
• Bola Sphere installation guide (PDF)

Frequently asked questions

What sizes does Bola Sphere come in?

4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16 and 24 inches.

What is warm dim on the Bola Sphere?

As you dim it, the light warms from 2700K toward 1800K, like candlelight.

How bright is an 8-inch Bola Sphere?

1,625 lumens.

What finishes are available for Bola Sphere?

Chrome, Brass, Rose Gold, Gunmetal, Matte Black and Matte White.

Is the Bola Sphere cord adjustable?

Yes, the 8.9 ft cord is field-cuttable.

What is the Bola Sphere globe made of?

Blown opal glass for 4 to 16 inches; the 24-inch globe is polymer.

Trade & project orders

Interior designers, architects and hospitality buyers can join the MetropolitanDecor trade program for trade pricing. We also prepare quotes for multi-unit and project orders; contact us with your quantities and finishes.

Shipping

Ships in 2–3 business days.

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