We placed them on either side of our 42" flat
screen tv and it looks beautiful!!

This lamp is not quite as big or strong as it looks. It is still fairly sturdy, but much less auspicious than I thought it would be, which in a way is good, as it can fit in more spaces and different applications than initially planned. The instructions are great, and if you put it together properly, it will withstand anything. The shade is another story, and it takes time to figure out just how it works, and it never seems to sit perfectly. Still, I really enjoy this lamp, and would definitely recommend it.

While the assembly was simple, the unit overall is not very sturdy, given the cost of it. Furthermore, the pull-chain mechanism is not well suited to the design, and in fact, within one week, it failed. I've since replaced it.

I love it. that's it. i simply love it.