I have had horrible experiences buying floor lamps in the past. More times than not the pieces don't fit together well, they don't stand straight, and/or are poor quality. That is NOT the case w/ this lamp! It is well made, sturdy, excellent quality and exactly as described and pictured. I am very pleased. I should also mention (because I had to ask for clarification myself): the daughter fixture (lower lamp) can be tilted up|down at the bottom of the fixed neck...a nice plus.