I like this lamp quite a bit. It arrived well packaged without any damage. It was fairly easy and straightforward to put together. My only complaint is I don’t really like shades that you have to assemble, I prefer ones that arrive ready to use so they don’t end up with accidental creases. The pictures recent the shade color accurately, it’s more than tan than cream. It’sa good height for above a couch or a reading chair. I recommend this lamp.