I bought this lamp after buying a different Beley floor lamp from Wayfair (which I also love) because I needed more light near the ceiling in my apartment's living room. It can be challenging to add light at multiple levels of the room without installing ceiling fixtures, which I'd rather not do while renting. A torchiere is a great alternative, and this one is gorgeous. I will say that I used a soft white bulb, which is warm in color tone, and the lamp's shade looks much more yellowish-green than the photo. Even when not illuminated, it is not white, as it appears here on my computer screen. It is a beautiful lamp, though, and you will not be disappointed. Easy to assemble and has a sturdy base. Treat yourself and your home to this functional work of art!