I purchased two of these chairs for my livingroom and they appear exactly as  pictured and the the description is 100% accurate. The upholstery is plush and velvety. It should be noted that the back is comfortably high for a tall person, as I can rest my head without reclining and I am 5' 10”. My brother, who is 6'4" is supported in the fully reclined position.  The seat is deep, so a petite person might have trouble touching the ground. I wish I had thses when I was nursing!