The photos online are great, but it's even more stunning when you see it in your own space. The subtle interplay of light and paper is beautiful—you can feel the handcrafted quality. It's perfect as a focal point in my dining room. It has a beautiful, organic simplicity.
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Lindsay Swift
Stunning, easy to install
Its visual impact is comfortable; it hangs perfectly in my dining room as a stunning focal point without making the space feel cramped. Its light, full shape contrasts beautifully with the clean lines of the furniture.
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Will Ben
Transformed my living room!
The quality is simply superb—it feels delicate yet durable. Installation was incredibly simple; it casts beautiful shadows, softening light into a tranquil, warm, and inviting glow.
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Quintina Bessie
Cute pendant lamp
I love my light. It would look beautiful in our bedroom.
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Kristin McDonald
Great product
The quality is great and the soft light it emits is beautiful.
The Art of Soft Light: Diffused Radiance for the Space
The unique fibrous structure of mulberry paper acts as a natural "soft-light filter." It effectively screens out the harsh glare of a light source, transforming the illumination into a warm, even, and diffused glow—much like sunlight filtering through a morning mist.
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The Pinnacle of Organic Aesthetics: Nature's Fingerprint and Texture
Mulberry paper preserves the natural distribution of plant fibers, rendering every inch of its texture a unique, naturally formed work of art. Each sheet of Xuan paper is meticulously crafted by hand. When unlit, it stands as a serene paper sculpture; when illuminated, it reveals an astonishing depth of visual layering.
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Extreme Lightness: A Visual Experience
Xuan paper lighting fixtures evoke a visual sense of "suspension" and "airy elegance," effectively counterbalancing the visual heaviness often associated with modern furniture.
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Handcrafted Mastery: The Warmth of Human Touch
Each sheet of Xuan paper undergoes a specific water-agitation process. This ensures that the lampshade retains exceptional resilience—remaining free of cracks or tears—even when expanding under the heat of the light source. During assembly, the paper is applied by hand, adhering each piece seamlessly and invisibly in alignment with the paper's natural grain. This meticulous process ensures that the lamp body features fluid lines and a perfectly smooth, tactile surface.
— Hand-crafted from mulberry Xuan paper, illuminated by quiet light —
Recommended Choice
Mulberry Xuan Paper vs. Plastic / Industrial Non-Woven Fabric
A side-by-side comparison of materials
Dimension
Mulberry Xuan Paper
Plastic / Industrial Non-Woven Fabric
Light & Shadow
Warm, immersive reflection. Light passes through natural plant fibers, creating a remarkable layered mist-like glow—gentle, healing, and atmospheric.
Stark and flat. Light distribution is uniform but lifeless, often producing harsh glare and lacking spatial depth or emotional expression.
Visual Texture
Nature's "fingerprint." Preserves the irregular, layered fiber patterns of mulberry and sandalwood bark—each lamp is a singular work of textile art.
Manufactured repetition. Textures are stamped from industrial molds—uniform, lifeless, and revealing their inexpensive origins on closer inspection.
Durability
"Paper that lasts a thousand years." Exceptional resistance to aging and tearing—no fear of bulb heat, retains its original toughness and luster for years.
Prone to aging and discoloration. Yellows and deforms under prolonged heat. Even worse, may produce irreversible creases or damage during cleaning.
Tactile Experience
Naturally warm. The touch of paper carries a gentle warmth—free of static electricity, growing more lovable with the passage of time.
Cold and rigid. Typical plastic feel that easily generates static electricity and attracts dust—gradually becoming visually rougher with use.
Aesthetic Depth
Carries Zen and tranquility. A perfect match for Japandi and Wabi-Sabi styles—an elevating, soulful object that gives a space its character.
A functional consumable. A budget material that performs basic illumination only—incapable of becoming the visual center or art piece of a room.
The Art of Handmade PaperWhy this lantern is real mulberry paper, not plasticA floating sculpture of warm, glowing handmade paper above your table, bedside, or reading corner:
Handmade paper texture · Soft glare-free glow · Sculptural & lightRead the Story⌄
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Shaped from Real Handmade Paper
Every shade is one of a kind
This mulberry paper lantern pendant light is hand-shaped from natural mulberry paper (washi) — a handmade paper prized for centuries for its strength, warmth, and translucency. Each sheet carries its own delicate fibers and subtle texture, so no two shades are ever exactly alike. Stretched over a slender ribbed frame, it becomes a handcrafted paper pendant with a soft, organic character that machine-made plastic or printed film simply cannot imitate.
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A Light That Softens the Room
Warm, even, glare-free
What makes handmade paper so captivating is the way it glows. As light passes through the natural fibers, it scatters into a soft, warm, glare-free wash that hides the bulb completely. In an instant a dining room, bedroom, or reading corner settles into a calm, inviting atmosphere — the serene, ambient quality of a washi paper lamp that designers turn to for Japandi and wabi-sabi interiors.
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Sculpture That Floats
Airy, lightweight, architectural
The ribbed lantern silhouette reads as a piece of floating paper sculpture — a quiet, architectural focal point that fills a space without visual heaviness. Available in multiple sizes, this sculptural paper lantern scales from an intimate bedside accent to a bold statement over a dining table or stairwell, bringing an airy, gallery-like calm to modern, minimalist, and Scandinavian rooms.
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The Calm of Natural Materials
Organic warmth, timeless character
There's a reason natural, handmade materials never go out of style: they bring a warmth and honesty that synthetics can't fake. Unlike a plastic or PVC shade that looks flat and lifeless, natural mulberry paper carries genuine depth, texture, and a soft glow that feels alive. This Japanese-style paper lantern light brings the grounding, organic calm of natural fiber into your home — a timeless piece that quietly elevates the whole room.
— Crafted from natural mulberry paper, illuminated by warm light —
Recommended Choice
Why Natural Mulberry Paper, Not Plastic
A side-by-side comparison of materials
Dimension
Natural Mulberry Paper (Washi)
Plastic / PVC Faux Paper
Touch & Texture
Warm, tactile handmade paper with natural fibers you can see and feel
Cold, slick plastic surface with a printed-on "paper" look
Light & Glow
Natural fibers scatter light into a soft, warm, layered glow
Flat, even transparency—light passes through without warmth or depth
Character
A natural material that never looks cheap; ages with gentle, honest character
Can yellow, warp, or release odor when heated by the bulb
Uniqueness
Each shade's fibers and texture are genuinely one of a kind
Mass-produced from molds—every unit looks identical
Mulberry Paper Lantern Pendant — A handcrafted paper light fixture. This pendant light brings soft, sculptural illumination to your home. The shade is hand-molded from natural mulberry paper over a slender metal frame; the paper effectively diffuses light, creating a warm, even, and glare-free atmosphere. The finished piece resembles a serene, weightless lantern of light—bringing a sense of tranquility and natural elegance to your living space.
Natural Mulberry Paper — Each shade is crafted from authentic handmade paper.
Soft, Glare-Free Illumination — The paper diffuses light into a gentle, ambient glow.
Sculptural and Lightweight Form — Resembling a floating paper sculpture, it serves as a striking visual focal point with architectural beauty, yet remains airy and light, creating an open and ethereal aesthetic.
Multiple Sizes Available — Choose the perfect size to suit your space; it fits seamlessly whether used as a subtle accent or a statement piece.
Details
Material: Mulberry Paper, Metal, Iron
Light source: LED bulb or Edison bulb
Light source base type: E27 or E26
Power: Max 40W
Voltage: AC 110-240V
Mounting: Ceiling
Environment: Indoor
Finishes: White
Process: Handmade
Control method: push button switch (not dimmable)
Q: Does it support dimming?
A: Whether it supports dimming depends on what type of bulb you buy. If you buy a dimming bulb, this lamp will achieve a dimming function.
We provide 150cm / 59″ wires. Can be extended upon request.
Larger paper globes make a stronger visual statement and usually work best in rooms with higher ceilings. Use your room height and furniture scale as a guide — then choose the size you love most. Each shade is hand-shaped from natural mulberry paper (washi) for a soft, warm, glare-free glow.
Keep at least 16 in of exposed cord above the shade for a balanced look.
When estimating hang length, add about half the shade height to the visible cord length.
Some wire length is lost during install, so leave a little extra slack.
Six sizes, to scale — against a ceiling-height reference
The number is the globe diameter (cm). Dashed lines mark ceiling height; larger globes need taller ceilings.
Real-world scale — a 5'7" person & a dining table
See how the globe sits above a table, with a person for scale.
For dining tables
Hang the globe about 28–30″ above the tabletop, and keep the shade narrower than the table's smallest width.
For round tables
A globe around half the table diameter often feels balanced — e.g. a 20″ fixture over a 39″ table. In lower-ceiling rooms, choose size by ceiling height first.
Hanging height at a glance
Over a dining table28–30″ above tabletop
Open floor / walkway≥ 7 ft above floor
Exposed cord≥ 16″ above shade
Which Size Fits Where
Every Size, and Where It Shines
Eleven diameters, from an intimate accent to a bold statement. Use this as a quick guide to match each paper globe to the right room.
Size (Diameter)
Best Suited For
Why It Works
30 cm∅ 11.8″
Bedside, small nook, powder room
Petite accent — soft, intimate glow in tight spaces
40 cm∅ 15.7″
Entryway, hallway, reading corner
Gentle scale for compact or transitional spaces
50 cm∅ 19.7″
Bedroom, home office, breakfast nook
Versatile mid-small size for everyday rooms
55 cm∅ 21.7″
Bedroom, kitchen island, small dining
Balanced presence without overwhelming the room
60 cm∅ 23.6″
Dining table, kitchen island, living room
The popular all-rounder — a confident centerpiece
70 cm∅ 27.5″
Dining room, living room, open-plan space
Statement scale for rooms with standard-to-high ceilings
75 cm∅ 29.5″
Large dining, living room, foyer
Bold focal point; best with a min. ceiling around 73″
80 cm∅ 31.5″
Open-plan living, high-ceiling dining
Dramatic sculpture; suits taller, open rooms
90 cm∅ 35.4″
Stairwell, double-height foyer, atrium
Grand scale for tall vertical spaces
100 cm∅ 39.4″
Two-story foyer, stairwell, large lobby
Show-stopping; best with a min. ceiling around 87″
120 cm∅ 47.2″
Grand foyer, atrium, hospitality space
Maximum impact; best with a min. ceiling around 110″
As a rule of thumb: the larger the globe, the taller the ceiling it needs. When in doubt, choose by ceiling height first, then by the look you love.
Questions, Answered
Paper Globe Pendant FAQ
What is the shade made of?
Each globe is hand-shaped from genuine natural mulberry paper (washi) over a slender frame. The subtle fibers and warm tone are unique to every piece — real handmade paper, never plastic or printed film.
Which size should I choose?
It comes in eleven diameters, from 30 cm (∅11.8″) to 120 cm (∅47.2″). As a guide: smaller sizes (30–50 cm) suit a bedside, nook, or hallway; mid sizes (55–70 cm) are ideal over a dining table or island; and larger sizes (75–120 cm) make a bold statement in a living room, foyer, or stairwell. The bigger the globe, the taller the ceiling it needs — see the size chart above.
How high should I hang it?
Over a dining table, keep the bottom of the shade about 28–30″ above the tabletop. Over open floor or a walkway, keep it at least 7 ft above the floor. Leave at least 16″ of exposed cord above the shade for a balanced look. The drop length is adjustable.
What size globe suits my dining table?
Keep the shade narrower than the table's smallest width. For a round table, a globe around half the table diameter often feels balanced — for example, a 50 cm (∅19.7″) globe over a 39″ table. In lower-ceiling rooms, choose the size by ceiling height first.
What bulb and light color should I use?
For the soft, warm glow shown, we recommend a 2700–3000K warm-white LED bulb. A warm bulb brings out the natural fibers of the paper, and LED runs cool, which is gentle on the shade.
What interiors does it suit?
Its organic, handmade character makes it perfect for Japandi, wabi-sabi, Scandinavian, minimalist, and modern interiors — beautiful over a dining table, in a bedroom, living room, entryway, or stairwell.
Is it hard to install — do I need an electrician?
It's a hardwired ceiling pendant mounted to a standard junction box. A confident DIYer with wiring experience can manage it, but if you're not comfortable with wiring, any electrician can fit it quickly. Always cut power at the breaker first, and handle the paper shade by its frame.
How do I clean a paper globe light?
Dust gently with a soft, dry brush or cloth, and keep it away from moisture. Handle the mulberry paper shade with care, as it's a natural handmade material — avoid water and harsh chemicals.
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Sculptural floor, table and pendant lamps that turn warm light into a soft, even glow. Their organic shapes bring a calm, gallery-like presence to modern rooms.
Each shade stretches a light paper skin over a fine iron wire frame. The result is a lamp that feels almost weightless, lets light pass through and blends it into a warm, even glow, and folds away when you need it to.
High Translucency, Blended Light
The thin paper lets plenty of light pass through, then blends it into one soft, even glow without harsh glare.
Folds Flat, Opens Easily
The ribbed structure collapses flat for compact shipping and storage, then opens back into its full shape when you are ready to hang it.
Clean, Careful Seams
Paper panels are glued along the ribs and pressed into neat seams, keeping the surface smooth so light passes through evenly.
Shade
Paper
Frame
Iron wire
Structure
Collapsible
Light
Soft and diffused
Light That Adapts to Your Space
Carry a floor lamp to wherever you need it tonight, or build a pendant cluster that fits your room exactly. Our paper lighting is designed around the way you really live.
Floor lamps
Move It Wherever You Need Light
Our tripod floor lamps are light enough to lift with one hand. Pick one up and carry it from a reading corner to the sofa, the bedside or a dim entryway, and the mood of the room moves with it.
There is no hardwiring and no electrician to book. Set it down near an outlet, plug it in, and the paper shade spreads a soft, even glow across the space.
Lightweight build
Easy to lift, carry and reposition on your own.
Plug-in design
No installation needed. Use it anywhere near an outlet.
Steady tripod base
Three slim legs keep the lamp balanced on the floor.
Flexible layouts
Refresh a room arrangement without rewiring a thing.
Ideal for reading corners, living rooms, bedrooms and home offices.
Pendant lights
Mix Shapes, Build Your Own Cluster
Choose shades in different shapes and sizes, then hang them together as one grouped installation. Setting each shade at its own height creates a layered, sculptural look that draws the eye upward.
A cluster shines above a dining table, in a stairwell with a tall ceiling, or as the centerpiece of a living room, anywhere a single pendant would feel too small.
How to plan your cluster
Pick your styles
Browse our pendants and note the shapes and sizes you like.
Tell us about your space
Share your ceiling height and the area you want to light.
Get a suggested arrangement
We recommend a combination and hanging layout that suits your room.
Want to combine specific pendant styles?
Contact us with the styles you have in mind and we will help you plan the arrangement. Email support@vidirlighting.com
From Plant Fiber to Glowing Paper
Traditional papermaking is a slow, patient craft. Plant fibers are softened, beaten, formed and dried into thin sheets, and every stage shapes how the finished paper will hold and soften light.
Preparing the bark
Bundles of plant bark are soaked and stripped, leaving only the inner fibers used for paper.
Cooking the fibers
The fibers simmer in a large cauldron until they turn soft and pliable.
Pounding the pulp
Softened fibers are pounded in a stone mortar to break them into fine strands.
Mixing the vat
The pulp is stirred into a vat of water until the fibers float evenly throughout.
Forming the sheet
A screen is lifted through the vat, catching a thin, even layer of fibers as the water drains away.
Pressing out water
Stacks of wet sheets go into a wooden press to squeeze out the remaining water.
Smoothing flat
Each sheet is laid on a board and smoothed so it dries even and free of wrinkles.
Checking the finish
Finished sheets are held to the light to check for an even texture before they are rolled and stored.
Why it matters for light
Long fibers that overlap in every direction give the paper strength while keeping it thin. When a bulb shines through, those layers scatter the light into a warm, even glow with no harsh hot spots.
Shaped by Hand, Shade by Shade
Every paper shade takes shape at the workbench. Our artisans build the frame, lay the paper and finish each seam by hand, giving every lamp a quiet, crafted character that machines cannot copy.
Frames Built by Hand
Each rib is bent and set around the mold by hand, one at a time, so the frame takes on a smooth, balanced curve.
Paper Laid Piece by Piece
Artisans position every paper panel by hand, lining it up with the ribs before gently pressing it into place.
Pressed and Smoothed by Hand
Fingertips follow each curved rib, pressing the paper flat and easing out the small wrinkles a machine would miss.
Trimmed with Care
Every seam is trimmed by hand with scissors, leaving a clean edge and a shade that glows evenly from top to bottom.
Why handmade matters
Hands can feel what a machine cannot: where the paper needs easing, and where a seam needs one more pass.
Shaped by hand
Every frame is covered and smoothed at the workbench.
Finished seam by seam
Edges are trimmed individually for a clean line.
One of a kind
Small variations in texture and seams are part of each shade.
See the Craft in Motion
Watch how our paper lamps come together at the workbench. From the first rib on the frame to the final trimmed seam, every stage is guided by hand before the shade reaches your home.
Frames built by hand
Ribs are set one at a time for a smooth, balanced shape.
Paper smoothed by hand
Each panel is pressed along the ribs to follow every curve.
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Looks beautiful, but arrived with a faulty LED driver and burnt out the LED string light. Basically broke within minutes of it being wired in. Luckily I found a local lighting company who had a similar LED driver and was able to replace the LED lights. It’s a very custom lighting system that you can not easily replace. Buyer beware of that.
Honestly, the final look completely won me over! Each hook is designed in a reasonable way, so that the glass tubes hang naturally in a staggered manner, without the rigid feel of an industrial mold. I am very satisfied with this light fixture.
I ditched my table lamps and installed these on either side of the bed for reading and ambiance. Not only did it free up space on my nightstands, but it also gives the entire room a clean, sophisticated, and high-end look. The lighting was just right, soft and gentle. I love it!
It completely dispelled any doubts I had. The metal has a genuine brushed gold texture, not a garish, flashy gold. The leather feels authentic and soft, with tight, even stitching.
It has completely transformed the ambiance of our entryway.
This is the first thing I see when I walk through the front door. Coming home after a long day and seeing this warm wall lamp makes all my fatigue melt away. It looks perfect, whether in natural daylight or illuminated at night.
