Santa & Cole GT5 Ribbon Pendant Light, Black or Red

A ribboned drum pendant, 24.5″ across, in black or red cotton ribbon, with a translucent disc that softens the light below.

GT5 belongs to Santa & Cole’s GT family, a range of ribboned drum shades that keeps the same character at every size. This intermediate size is made for homes: a cotton ribbon shade, 24.5″ across and 12.5″ high, in black or red, with a lower disc of white translucent PVC that hides the bulb and spreads a soft light downward. It hangs from a round black metal canopy on a 118″ fabric-covered cord and takes an E26 bulb up to 100 W. Lit, the ribbon gives a warm, nuanced light; unlit, the drum is a quiet sculpture.

Specifications

• Brand: Santa & Cole (Belloch, Barcelona, Spain; founded 1985)
• Model: GT5 pendant lamp
• Designer: Equipo Santa & Cole
• Type: Pendant light
• Shade colors: Black or red cotton ribbon
• Canopy: Black metal, circular
• Diffuser: Lower disc in white translucent PVC
• Dimensions: 12.5″ H × 24.5″ Ø (diameter at the bottom of the shade)
• Weight: 7.75 lb
• Cord: 118″, fabric covered
• Socket: E26, max 100 W (max bulb height 5.1″); 11 W LED recommended, bulb not included
• Dimmable: Yes
• Location: Indoor
• Item numbers (MPN): Black SC-GT516; Red SC-GT515

Features

• Cotton ribbon shade in black or red
• Translucent white PVC disc underneath hides the bulb
• Round black metal canopy
• 118″ fabric-covered cord
• E26 socket, max 100 W; dimmable

Best for

Over a dining table for four to six, a kitchen island or a bedroom. Two in a row work over a longer table. Match it with the Santa & Cole Trípode G6 Table Lamp, Black Ribbon Shade table lamp or go big with Santa & Cole GT1500 LED Ribbon Pendant Light, Black or Natural.

Who this is not for

• Very low ceilings over walkways: the drum is 24.5″ wide and should hang over furniture, not in a path.
• Damp rooms, bathrooms or covered porches; it is for dry indoor rooms.
• Anyone who wants a bright downlight for detailed work; the disc diffuses the light.

Why we carry it

We’ve been curating design-led lighting since 2009, and Santa & Cole is one of the few houses whose lamps feel as current now as the day they were drawn. Santa & Cole has been publishing design from Belloch, near Barcelona, since 1985. The company calls itself an editor: it selects a work, often by an outside author, refines it with its technical team and makes it with craftspeople and manufacturers located as close as possible to its headquarters. Its catalogue answers practical questions about everyday objects, and many of its pieces, from the Trípode lamps to Miguel Milá’s designs, have stayed in production for decades. Equipo Santa & Cole is the company’s own design team: its technical department working with the editors and the editorial committee. Its designs include the Trípode lamps and the GT family.

Buy once: durability and care

Built from metal, cotton ribbon and simple, replaceable light sources, it is made to stay in use for years. Switch off the power before cleaning. Dust with a soft dry cloth, or wipe with a cloth lightly dampened with water only, then dry thoroughly. Never use harsh or abrasive cleaners.

Frequently asked questions

How big is the GT5 pendant?

24.5″ in diameter at the bottom of the shade and 12.5″ high. It weighs 7.75 lb.

How long is the GT5 cord?

118″, fabric covered, so it can be cut to suit high or standard ceilings.

What bulb goes in the GT5 pendant?

An E26 bulb up to 100 W and no taller than 5.1″; an 11 W LED is recommended. Bulbs are sold separately.

Is the GT5 dimmable?

Yes, with a dimmable bulb and a compatible dimmer.

Black or red GT5: which suits my room? (our styling advice)

Black is graphic and works in modern, industrial and monochrome rooms; red brings warmth to white kitchens, Scandinavian dining rooms and mid-century spaces.

How do I clean the GT5 ribbon shade?

With the power off, dust the ribbon with a soft dry cloth; the canopy and disc can take a cloth dampened with water only. Dry thoroughly and avoid abrasive cleaners.

Trade pricing for design professionals

Interior designers, architects, contractors and builders can apply to the MetropolitanDecor Trade Program for trade pricing on Santa & Cole and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and free catalogs and finish swatches. Applying takes about three minutes; our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day. Lighting a hotel, restaurant or office? Contact us with models and quantities and we’ll confirm availability and lead time.

Shipping & returns

Ships 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 and specifications 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.