These lamps are well made of nicely glazed stoneware. The color is a grey-ish blue, very similar to the picture on the site, with a soft, brushed brass hardware and a beige-y linen looking shade. I fell in love with the picture and ordered 2 for my bedroom. They work nicely on my bedside tables because the lamp and shade are rectangular, they sit almost flush to the wall leaving plenty of room for other items. I was very happy with the actual lamps; they are lovely.