I was attracted to the lamp because it appeared to be blue and white, on the site.  However, when I got it, the white was aqua and mostly pretty.  the problem is that there is streaks of copper in some pieces of glass and they do not suit the shade.  it was obviously put together by experienced workers because the workmanship is very good, but an artisan would have weeded out the odd color pieces.  but I like the lamp and it works great.  
the packaging was super, with molded Styrofoam to insure the shade was protected.  that was a good thing because the shipper plopped it on its side at my front door.  nothing was damaged, but I had to cut apart the box to get the lamp out.  it was easy to put together, but necessary to be careful because it is so tall and very heavy.  I especially like the foot on/off switch.