great looking buffet/server just doesn't photograph well.  every time i looked at it i felt like i was looking at a black and white photo.  i liked the general appearance enough to order it and i fully expected to have to paint it or refinish it in some way.  i'm glad to say that is not necessary.  the finish is a beautifully distressed, multi pastel layered effect that i saw none of in the images provided.  i am so pleasantly surprised.

the measurements are not quite accurate--the piece is very shallow from front to back, but by now i am so taken with the look, that i don't care.  i have read many comments that indicate that those with space limitations want and need a shallow front to back measurement --well, this is for you.  even though space is not an issue for me, i couldn't be happier with this fabulous looking dining room addition.