Solid for the price and uniqueness, definitely stands out in a room. It comes in 3 sections that screw into each other, you can see where the sections meet because the painted grooves of 'wood' don't align, which detracts from the "solid wood" effect. The shade is a very bright white, wish it were more off-white to match a more natural/mid-century vibe. If you like it based on the unique shape and expect the quality of a $200 lamp, then you should be pleased with it.