These lamps match the floor lamp that I bought and they work well for the same reasons:  They look great and they are versatile.  I have them on two night stands, but they would also work on end tables.  I need a lot of light when I read and they are very bright.  But if I just want a little light, I can turn one bulb upward.  I love these lamps and would buy more of them in a heartbeat.