The lamp construction is sturdy. It has a weighted base. The shade looks smaller than pictured, but that does not deter from its beauty. It is difficult to find a tall enough fixture for high ceilinged spaces. This nails it. The stained glass colors and style are gorgeous, with plenty of muted shades to balance the red. A 40W incandescent 'bulb' gives the glass a soft glow. It is a gorgeous piece that could be successful in a variety of design applications: traditional, mission, craftsman, eclectic...It is nice enough to be its own design element. I'm very pleased.