I had ordered 2 of these pillows, along with 2 throw pillows, thinking I would use 1 set of the pillows and be returning the other depending on which set I preferred in the room I needed them. Well, I loved both, and am using both in my living room. The background on the pillows has a beautiful sheen that makes it look like satin/silk. The pillow does have a zipper, so I imagine the cover can be washed or cleaned. It does look like the picture, and the background is kind of a very light gold, sort of a creamy gold.