I ordered my lamp and three days later it was at my door.  Set up was easy and I did it myself in less than 10 minutes.  The black base is heavy and extremely stable and the whole lamp is exactly as described on the site.  I think it looks great and pulls my reading corner together. It works well and gives off a nice, diffused light.  I’m hoping it will hold up for years and but if it doesn’t I’ll definitely come back and update my review.