The "oil-rubbed bronze" is actually maroon, not brown.  I was going to send the lights back, but decided to buy metallic paint to try to fix them.  I love the style.....

Now that they are installed, the maroon isn't quite as noticeable.  I still don't love the color, but I absolutely do love the lights.  They are high quality and add just the right balance of modern/traditional to my kitchen.