This lamp is so quaint. It gives off great light, and I love that it comes with a bulb that looks old-fashioned. The height is perfect for me since I'm using it for reading while sitting in a chair; it's not too high, and I love that the light shines down and not up. The foot button to turn on and off is nice for on the floor, but I like using it on the end table and it's within arm's reach.