This was our third attempt at getting new wall sconces for our outdated powder room, and the third time WAS a charm! These lights fit perfectly in the space available (we have a small powder room). The finish is an antique nickel, which looks very good, and matches other items with the same finish. I had had to send two other sets of lamps back, in part because the finish was lighter than this - this is the somewhat dark brushed or antique nickel finish we wanted and has a very high-quality look. The "curly" somewhat art deco-like design looks very stylish and attractive. The shade design goes perfectly with the rest, and I really like the shade size - not oversized compared to the rest, as some designs I have seen, but just the perfect, balanced size. We use the eco-friendly light bulbs, 70 W equivalent I think, and the light is fine, better than with our old lamps. I really like these lamps! Also, I ordered them from the Amazon warehouse, at a reduced price ("used"), and they came in original packaging, without a single blemish, completely as new. Could not be happier.