The Contemporary style of the Norlan Arc Lamp is a fantastic and functional way to light larger seating areas or sectional seating. The brushed nickel base holds 3 arcs, each with its own shade and 60W (max), type A bulb. The shades are white fabric and round drum shades. there is a 3 way, rotary switch on the pole upright. The shades are suspended by the wire, extending from the three metal arc supports.