This is such a great lamp. I bought one, originally, for my music teaching studio. The lighting is perfect for my students who either sit or stand with their instruments. The versatility is so wonderful I bought two more. I use them for hand sewing that I like to do on 18th century clothing. The 3rd one I got for my husband who has a lot of vision loss and this lamp has been better than any other lighting we have ever had. We both love these lamps.