Depending on the bulb you put in it, it can be used to add that you know special ambiance to your room.

Price: $12

Here's the original product listing on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Normande-Lighting-JS1-161-Incandescent-Torchiere/dp/B000UD4YV8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1371080618&sr=8-2&keywords=lamp
Original price: $34.95