The lamp itself is really nice and just as it appears online. I agree with others about what seem to be high quality materials. We found the recommended wattage a bit too intensely bright, so we will likely go down to the equivalent of 40 watt bulds. The only reason I didn't give this five stars is that styrofoam was used for packaging. Though styrofoam has obvious advantages for shipping glass, it is not a very 'green' way to go. I would think that there would be a more environmentally solution at this price point.