To put it bluntly.....this lamp is a real wife pleaser. I don't think it would be unfair or uncomplimentary of me to say that more women than men are usually more concerned with the esthetics, artistry, appearance, decor, etc. of a floor lamp. Having said that , after doing some research .....I decided to take a chance by purchasing this lamp for my wife who has worked in the fashion industry and also as an artist. I regard her as being asute and particular when it comes to picking out a lamp she likes. After showing here scores of pictures of lamps which she rejected, I ordered this lamp which turned out to be a real wife pleaser. This lamp was good enough to not only please my wife but for her to comment that it was much  nicer than she thought it would be.