I needed something a little taller for the scale of my guest room, and also wanted a lamp that would free up more of the bedside table surface for guests. These fit the bill PERFECTLY. They are well made. Came very carefully packaged, too. I love the woven texture on the base, and having the on-off switch on the lamp (up near the bulb), and not on the cord. I got the gray with the silver metal.  I'm extremely pleased with this purchase!