Macrame Chandelier, Black

• The dark cord gives the piece a defined silhouette, so the knotwork reads clearly against pale walls and ceilings.
• Its hanging form brings height and texture to a room, especially above a dining table, reading corner or calm hallway.
• The cotton rope softens the look of a bulb, replacing a hard bare fitting with something woven and architectural.
• Each layer of knotting adds visual depth, with fringed movement that feels relaxed rather than formal.
• It works well with natural wood, linen, rattan, stone and simple ceramics, where the black cord adds contrast.

This is a shade for atmosphere rather than glare. Light passes through the open macramé pattern, catching on the cord and casting gentle texture nearby.

Use it where you want a room to feel more considered in the evening. The black cotton makes the shape feel graphic by day, then more intimate once the light is on.

The chandelier is hand-woven in Indonesia using locally produced cotton rope. The material is soft and natural in feel, with a matte black finish that keeps the design grounded.

Because it is made through knotwork, small variations are part of its character. The beauty sits in the repeated hand-work: patient, rhythmic and visibly human.

A light fitting is not included, so this piece is designed to be used with a suitable existing or separately purchased ceiling fitting. Use only LED, low-energy or energy-efficient bulbs that stay cool and do not become hot.

Install it securely and keep the cotton away from heat, damp and open flame. To care for the cord, dust gently with a soft dry cloth or a feather duster, working with the direction of the knots and fringe.

Macramé has a long knotting lineage, with roots often linked to Arabic fringe work and later carried through sailor craft, domestic textiles and the well-known 1970s revival. In contemporary interiors, it has returned as a slower counterpoint to hard surfaces and mass-made lighting. This piece keeps that spirit simple: cotton cord, repeated knots and a form that changes as the light moves through it.

• Material: cotton rope.
• Colour: black.
• Origin: Indonesia.
• Approximate size: 80 cm high and 50 cm wide.
• Weight: 2500 g.
• Light fitting not included.

It makes a thoughtful housewarming or wedding gift for someone shaping a warm, tactile home. Choose it for a person who loves boho interiors, handmade detail and lighting that feels like part of the room rather than an afterthought.