So this lamp isn't as tall as I envisioned it in my head and even though the measurements show right up in the name of the lamp, I still saw it in my mind as being about 8" taller. Also I have a number of candle holders that have the same leaf motif and they are all done in a flat black with a brownish leaf.  This lamp is a glossy black - all one shade.  The description really only talks about the shade color and I just assumed the lamp itself would be a closer match to the candle holders.  However in spite of all this, I think I am gong to enjoy this lamp - it will be next to a black table and a dark grey tweed sofa so it should all work well.  Actually the height will probably work out well for reading.