The trio of hand-pleated linen shades atop warm burl wood and antique brass creates genuine visual interest, with the natural wood grain doing most of the storytelling. It's ideally suited to living rooms and studies where you want ambient light that doesn't whisper apologies for itself. The burl wood will develop character over time, though it does benefit from occasional dusting to keep the grain visible. Pair it with mid-century or contemporary furnishings; the brass details anchor it across styles.