Nice tropical-themed lamp.  Seems to be well-made, particularly in light of the price point. The base is heavy.  In my view, the base appears to be a dark brown, with some green in the grooves.  Overall appearance is brown, which I was looking for.  The shade is fine, also dark brown in appearance.  I'm very pleased considering the price.  I have also seen what appears to be the same lamp at almost twice the price at other on-line sites.