This fixture is high-impact.  It is actually bigger than I thought from the photo and we are using four of them in my kitchen--two over some open shelves, two on another wall with some artwork for a gallery effect.  Both the black and the brass finish look very nice.  Only negative is that in order to install or change the light bulbs you need to unscrew a few screws.  I am hoping that the fixture will stay put and not droop over time.  If so, I will update my review, but so far so good.