This lamp has the look of running water and commands attention. If you're trying to do a room in teal, it seems to reflect whatever teal shade is dominant in the room--there's so much shading and depth  in the glass  work.  From a practical standpoint, it functions perfectly, and the shade is appropriate and a nice quality, classy linen.  I debated long and hard over spending $200+ for a lamp  when I could buy a "perfectly good" one for much less, but this this lamp is like art for the room and so worth it.