I was looking for a lamp with colors that could bring an open concept room together. It took me weeks to finally make a decision. I am so glad I chose these lamps. The colors are brighter in the representation pictures so I am guessing the pictures were taken with the illumination behind the bowl shades.but they are beautiful none the less. The weight of the lamp makes me feel secure that they won't easily topple over with my pets charging around the house. I could not be more pleased with my purchase.