Writing these descriptions is weird when you have such compelling photos. Look, this lamp has two modes. Back lit with the crystalline statue of the couple kissing or a color changing light coming up from the bottom as they slowly spin around in the shell. (I guess there's 3 modes cuz it also can be turned off). Look at the pics. It's beautiful. It's a vibe. It's what you need to complete your particular pyramid of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.