I bought this for a reading lamp for next to the couch. I've only had it for a couple of days. I'm trying to give it 3.5 stars, but not able. It's appealing visually and provides plenty of reading light.

Pros:  I love the curved graceful look of it. And the full size of it for a reading lamp. Plenty of light for reading.
Cons: If not tilted just right, the light is too visible and blinding. So while it works for the reader, it might be annoying for others. The packaging was difficult to open and it fell out and landed on my foot -- ow!