Finding a pendant light that delivers both sculptural form and functional illumination for long dining tables or kitchen islands is a challenge. The Currey & Co Parish 7-Light Rectangular Multi-Drop Pendant, available at LOOMLAN with free shipping, solves this with seven tear-drop glass shades suspended in a 57-inch linear arrangement, each encased in an antique brass metal cage that creates a sparkling champagne-bubble effect.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Currey & Co |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20.5 to 125 inches H × 57 inches W × 5.25 inches D |
| Weight | 36 lbs |
| Material | Glass, Metal |
| Finish | White glass, Antique brass, Silver accents |
| Number of Lights | 7 |
| Shape | Rectangular linear multi-drop |
What Is a Multi-Drop Pendant Light?
A multi-drop pendant is a lighting fixture that suspends multiple individual light sources from a single canopy or track, often at varying heights. This design provides balanced illumination across wide surfaces like kitchen islands or dining tables while creating visual interest through clustered or linear arrangements.
What You Get With the Currey & Co Parish Pendant
- Molten-Glass Process -- white glass is poured into the metal cage while molten, creating micro-bubbles that produce pinhole sparkles of light.
- Antique Brass Cages -- slender tear-drop frames in an aged brass finish add warmth and structure to each shade.
- 57-Inch Linear Span -- the rectangular canopy distributes seven lights evenly, ideal for long counters or dining tables.
- Adjustable Drop Height -- extends from 20.5 to 125 inches, allowing customization for standard or high ceilings.
- Champagne-Inspired Aesthetic -- the bubble texture mimics an upside-down goblet of champagne, adding a refined, effervescent quality.
Where Should You Hang a Linear Pendant Light?
Suspend the Parish over a kitchen island for balanced task lighting or center it above a dining table to anchor the space. Pair with complementary pendant lighting in adjacent areas or layer with lighting fixtures like sconces and floor lamps for cohesive ambiance throughout your living room.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many pendant lights over a kitchen island?
- For islands 6-7 feet long, one 57-inch linear fixture like the Parish provides full coverage; for shorter islands, two or three mini pendants spaced 24-30 inches apart work well.
- How high to hang a pendant light over an island?
- Hang the bottom of the shades 30-36 inches above the countertop for optimal task lighting and clearance.
- What size pendant light for a kitchen island?
- Choose a fixture two-thirds to three-quarters the island's length; the Parish's 57-inch width suits islands 72-90 inches long.
- How far apart should pendant lights be?
- Space individual pendants 24-30 inches apart; linear multi-drops like the Parish handle spacing internally.
- What is the difference between a pendant and a chandelier?
- A pendant is a single or linear hanging fixture; a chandelier has multiple branching arms radiating from a central body.
- Does the Parish pendant require assembly?
- Professional installation is recommended due to the 36-pound weight and adjustable-height wiring.
Trade & Commercial Specifications
The Parish is approved for hospitality, restaurant, and residential-design projects. LOOMLAN's Trade Program offers net trade pricing at login with no minimum order -- compare that to CB2 Trade's 25% discount and $1,000 minimum. Designers, architects, and commercial buyers receive dedicated support for orders over $5,000.
| Trade Pricing | Net trade pricing at login -- apply free |
|---|---|
| Commercial Use | Approved for hospitality and high-traffic interiors |
| Volume Orders | Project Concierge available for orders over $5,000 |
