This is exactly what I’ve been looking for, I needed and arched lamp that didn’t have a giagantic arch, hard to find. I didn’t have the same problem with the lampshade that others had, there is a joint where you can adjust it at any angle and it’s pretty straightforward to use. Very sturdy and looks expensive. The off center base is especially convenient (i’m sure it’s for the weigh distribution, but I like that I can tuck one half under my couch to save a little space)  My only wish is that it had the ability to pivot at the base and that it had a diffuser on the lampshade, but they’re minor.