Our 6 +" deep wooden shelf with plate groove may be used on its own, or it may be used with the fluted pole rod to create a special focus at a window. The 54" length shelf comes with two wooden brackets; the 78" length shelf comes with three wooden brackets. Or you may prefer our Filigree brackets (Oak stain only), sold separately. For the shelf, choose Antique White paint, Light Oak stain, Red Maple or Unfinished.