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2/ The Nolan nine-inch flush mount boasts a reeded alabaster collar.

3/ West Elm's X PBK Striped Ceramic Flush Mount

4/ The Vernazza stars a ring of ribbed glass globes.

5/ The Hooper.

6/ The Allegra fixture.

7/ CB2's Lamina.

1/ The Maru light features a hand-dyed, washi-paper shade.

Surface Attraction

High-style, low-profile flush-mount lights

1/ Paper Perfection  Crafted by a 90-year-old chochin lantern atelier in Japan’s Fukuoka Prefecture, the Maru light features abstract brushstrokes on a hand-dyed, washi-paper shade shielding an opal glass globe with brass-and-wood components. cedarandmoss.com

2/ Fine Fluting  The Nolan nine-inch flush mount has a reeded alabaster collar with brass accents and a globe diffuser. Ideal for illuminating hallways, landings or even a dressing room, the design feels both classical and modern at once. visualcomfort.com

3/ Big-top Fun  Sporting hand-painted bands in blue or pink on its canopy, the West Elm X PBK Striped Ceramic Flush Mount light brings flair to a kid’s bedroom or play area, but also adds whimsy to more grown-up spaces, such as a mudroom or powder room. westelm.com

4/ Major Impact  Blending Art Deco and mid-century style, the Vernazza stars a ring of ribbed glass globes set in an oversized brass frame. Perfect for a low-ceiling living room, it’s the rare flush mount that has the visual weight of a chandelier. hvlgroup.com

5/ Minty Fresh  A gridded hexagonal crown combines with a softly curved shade to define the Hooper, shown here in a custom painted finish with a hewn-brass lacquered interior. urbanelectric.com

6/ Soft Shading  Designed by Jake Arnold, the Allegra fixture lends a warm glow to medium-sized spaces such as entryways or butler’s pantries, thanks to its linen blend shade which is stretched over a flared dome frame. crateandbarrel.com 

7/ Antique Appeal  Vintage Austrian lighting inspired the design of Lamina, which resembles a treasure you might find wandering around a Parisian flea market. An unlacquered brass base holds delicate textured glass florets casting the loveliest of shadows. cb2.com

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