It looks great, get ton of compliments on this lamp but it is not super sturdy. The arm that extends seems very fragile. Also the entire pole itself does not seem all that sturdy, need to move it by the base only. Otherwise its perfect, it gives off a lot of light and is perfect for a room with no recessed lighting. It is nice and tall when the extension arm is pushed in all the away so even if you sit under neath it, is it is pretty high above your head.