We bought this lamp for our dining room.  We wanted a lot of light, but we didn't want the light fixture a focal point for the room because the dining room table isn't centered with the room.  The centering of the light has always been an issue.  140 yr old house, 10' ceilings, but not a huge room.  So this 21" light gives PLENTY of light, is beautiful to look at, but is quiet enough in appearance that it's not a focal point.  It's perfect.  It takes 4 - 100 watt bulbs.  That is sunshine bright, so we used 4 - 75 watts and that's perfect.  

Very, very pleased with how this fixture blends with the appearance of the room - crown molding, curtains, etc.  Looks very classy.