The lamp is sturdy and I really like the stand.  I knew it would be short, so that is fine, but I'm not in love with the shade.  It smells like burlap, so probably is made of that and it's a weird gold color.  My walls are gold, so I thought it would be fine, but I'm wishing it was cream or some more neutral color.  Otherwise, it's nice how it is adjustable sideways and you can tilt it when you want a brighter light.  I may buy a new shade in the future.