Initially I thought this lamp was made of glass when I saw it on-line (I obviously didn't read the product description very well!). I was concerned how it would hold up during shipping. To my surprise, it arrived in one piece, and it wasn't glass. It is like a plastic substance, or so I thought, until I read the label. It's made from real cocoa leaves! Everything is eco-friendly. I not only LOVE the lamps (I purchased 2 - one for either side of my fireplace), but I love that they are hand made, based on fair trade, and are eco-friendly. They really make a lovely statement in my living room. So happy I purchased these lamps.