The chair is ideal for children or small adults. I bought 2 for my kids. My 10 year old is 4'10" and can place her feet flat on the ground when the chair islowered all the way down. I am 5'8" and although the padding on the chair is very comfortable I prefer a slightly deeper seat to support my thighs when sitting for a prolonged period. Overall I like the fact that this chair doesn't take up a great deal of space can be pushed under the desk. I bought 2 of them and although they are not leather they do not look plasticy. Nor do they have any odor that some synthetic materials emit.  They are both finished well - no threads hanging etc. overall pleased with this purchase.