This bookshelf is exactly as pictured in the photo, with gold colored tubular metal frame that feels sturdy. It's not the heaviest thing in the world, but it certainly feels quite sturdy and in no way wobbles if you try to shake it a bit. Feels secure. Bottom shelf is the gold metal material, which means I feel good about putting heavy books down there on it. The remaining shelves are the glass, which feels secure and thick, and those couple "marble" shelves that look great.  Note that these are a faux marble finish, not real marble, but it would be hard to tell from a distance, as they're nicely done. It's a great looking etagere that could look good in any space!