The chair is exactly as it looks in the picture. Beautiful.  I wouldn't have been able to hang it myself though. Definitely needed help. You'll need rope if you're going to hang outside from a tree and likely some kind of hook also. We're happy with the purchase so far. Also just to note that obvious - if you are hanging this under at tree frequented by birds, you are very exposed. We hadn't considered this... Love the idea of being able to bring this indoors in the winter.