Like a complex gyroscopic structure. Solid metal rings create a unique curvature pattern that evokes the illusion of revolutionary motion like a spinning gimbal rotating on its axis. The orbed frame envelopes a smaller frame similar to one that represents atomic energy. This indoor/outdoor decorative sculpture features a textured black finish treated for exterior applications. The sculpture is adorned with exquisite crystal teardrop accents. The overall height ranges from 67 to 186 inches as the chain length can be easily adjusted in the field to accommodate your specific lighting needs. This fixture does not illuminate but various lamping can be added to lig.