i replaced an old outdoor porch light with this one. it arrived exactly as it appears in the pictures. the glass is thick and has beautiful bubble like effect in it. the metal cage around the glass casing is cleverly designed to remove easily for light bulb changes. i've had mine for a year now, use it every evening and haven't even changed the bulb yet!)   

Pros: great quality, no signs of rust or wear after 1 year of hanging outdoor
Cons: there must be an opening somewhere, since tiny bugs have accumulated in the glass bottom and need to be removed.