These arm chairs are stately and add an element of class to my dining room. They create an eclectic image along with the other side chairs that I ordered a few weeks earlier. The upholstery is black and does not really conflict with the very dark brown upholstery of the side chairs. All chairs blend beautifully with the dining table and other items in the room. The common woods hold the unity of the dining set. The arms are a little lower than expected. Also, the arms do not adhere as closely to the back as they should to be flush with the back. After making them secure, they still look like they are not secure. The chairs are a keeper! Work with the arms and elevate them about 5-6 inches. The photo sent for these chairs from another purchaser is exactly how mine look.