If I could, I would give this lamp 4 1/2 stars, but I went with 5 instead of 4 because I really do love it.  The 1/2 star deduction would be due to the finish.  It's just a tiny bit "glitzier" than I had hoped, but again, I am still very happy with it.  My living room is mostly grays, cream, and natural wood accents, so having a few pops of gold is what I was going for.  This lamp definitely delivers that!  I am very happy with the quality of the lamp, and the packaging/shipping was great.