While this Bostitch adjustable swing arm desk black lamp may not have an ordinary base, it features a fully functional and versatile clip on base! It has a clamp at the bottom to easily mount or attach it to your desk, workbench or table's edge. The long, multi-joint arm allows this clamp on desk lamp to reach 36 inches high and adjusts to achieve any position. Whether you're looking for the perfect lamp for your home office, reading or study time or even for crafts, no surface goes unlit as this lamp easily clears monitors and large surface tops. Each clamp lamp has an all metal construction to provide durability and longevity. It even comes ready to use as it includes a replaceable LED light bulb for brilliant lighting in any room with the quick plug in at any electric outlet. This lamp takes on a minimalist, classic look, making it easy to incorporate it into any office, dorm or classroom.