Taller than I expected, but I love the height!!
Does not show fingerprints as much as I first thought after opening the package.
Uses bulbs up to 150 watts, which I really like because I prefer lots of light to read.
The base is a thick, black paper, which ripped while pulling cord through the designated hole as instructed in manual when first putting lamp together. No big deal, because I just superglued the paper back on when the lamp was finally together. 
Lamp shade appears white on website, but actually shines as an off white color with a clear 100 watt bulb.

I will be buying a second lamp soon, because I'm quite in love with the overall look of this lamp.