The open base gives it a light, airy look that doesn't crowd my console table. Black finish is matte and clean, no cheap shine. Sat it next to a stack of books and it just works.
The open base actually makes it look twice as expensive—shadow lines from the bulb hit the wall in a cool geometric pattern. Fits perfectly on my narrow console and the 30-inch height doesn’t overpower the room. Assembly took under five minutes, which I did not expect.
The clean black lines make it look way more expensive than it is, and the 30-inch height is perfect next to my reading chair. Assembly took me five minutes, and the open base gives it a light, airy feel that doesn't crowd the tabletop.