This is art as much as function.  What a beautiful piece.  It's now in my living room serving not only for storage but for occasional extra seating.  Not to mention, the little legs are already attached so for anyone who hates assembly, this was a bonus.  The one and only drawback are the simple chains between the lid and the body, meaning you have to hold the lid open since there is no feature that holds it for you.  Otherwise, just perfect.  (Mine had no smell as some have mentioned.)