This is a gorgeous lamp! Because the shade is large and glass and heavy, I was worried that the lamp could be knocked over easily (we have big dogs) but the base must weigh about 30 lbs. Very sturdy! No way this could be knocked over. We used 2 LED 100 watt equivalent bulbs and the lighting is perfect through the stained glass, bright enogh for reading but also throws off a lovely warm radiance into the room. Couldnt be happier with this lamp.