Since you don't like flush mounts, you can take a look at our selection of nickel entry lights: (The link is kind of long, so I put it in a link shortening service)
http://bit.ly/PXBK05

But if none of those strike your fancy, let me know and we can widen the search to include other types of light.

Since this is a high ceiling why not some pendant lighting or even a nice track system with multple heads to shine on art work so you could mix some heads for art and some pendants too. Have some fun .

High ceilings definitely call for having fun. :)

Agree with Shakuff : FUN!I like the idea of a central fixture with looped naked bulbs https://www.houzz.com/photos/wickets-contemporary-kitchen-london-phvw-vp~2998975

Something clean and simple, but yes, fun!

How high are your ceilings? A pair of lanterns might be a good option.