This lamp is beautiful!  It is very LARGE.  I didn't review the dimensions prior to buying, but I have a large corner to accommodate the size of this lamp shade.  The shade is bright white, the chains are sturdy and it definitely lights up an entire room.  The only slight complaint is the black marble base I received is solid black.  There is no swirl of white like the picture shows.  But that is the chance you get when dealing with marble.  No stone is alike and will differ.  I sat on this purchase for a long time, waited until it went on sale and pulled the trigger and so glad I did, its gorgeous.