I really don't know why anyone would spend the money on the "real" version of this fixture. This is beautiful! The gold color is not as yellow or brassy as it appears in my photos. It is a bit "weathered" looking so not a really bright gold color. Note that this fixture will not effectively light a dark room (since the lights point up), which may be fine for mood-lighting during a meal, but is a great accent piece over a table. We will still need to put some recessed cans in our dark dining room for occasions when we need the room brighter. Just what I wanted yet who knows how trendy this shape will be... I'm glad to have spent less on this "knockoff" so I don't feel bad if I need to change it out in 5-10 years!