Although the quality of the ceramic base is very nice for the price I was disappointed with the shade,which I find to be  a bit too short for the size of the lamp, it looks short & squat in proportion to the base.  It could be 1 or 2" taller.  The bell shaped shade that goes with the Empire lamp seems more suitable a size for this lamp.. Also, a higher wattage bulb is needed for this size lamp.
Assembly & instructions were clear & easy.