Do they make waterproof chandeliers? If they do then I guess you could do it.

Pendant lights are not allowed less than 8 feet above a tub.

Is the 8 feet from the top of the tub or the floor? Does it need to be GFI protected?

it's 8 ft from the TOP of the tub.

The 8' is from the top of the tub to the bottom of the light fixture, and no, if it meets these clearances it does not require GFI protection.

If its on a GFI can it be less than 8 feet from the top of the tub? Most magazine pictures show it less than 8 feet. Looking for clarification, if I install 8 feet above top of tub its basically at the ceiling.

"If its on a GFI can it be less than 8 feet from the top of the tub?"

No.

The danger besides simple electrocution is broken glass from water contacting a hot bulb.

Magazines do not have to pass an NEC inspection for staged photos.

thanks, what if I move the chandelier to the center of the room away from the tub. What codes apply in that case? Thanks for your time.

Brickeyee is correct, you may install a light fixture over the tub, but it should be an approved light fixture like the type installed in a shower stall.

The chandelier must be entirely 3' away from the rim of the tub if it's less than 8' above it.

Here is a link that might be useful: Naples, Florida Home Inspector

I appreciate the feedback. Needed the parameters to work with. I will install per the code, don't need or want someone getting hurt or worse.