This looks better than expected. The brass () base looks great with the green color we selected for this room in a ranch house in the Chihuahuan desert (“Sycamore Grove” eggshell by Behr). It was a great choice for the  owner who has migraines. It is still quite bright but the light is indirect so it isn’t as painful to look at, and doesn’t throw harsh lines around the room. There is a circular opening at the base but even when you’re directly under it the bulbs are mostly occluded. The included line was sufficient to mount it all the way down to the floor if necessary. Very pleased with this purchase.