This dresser is beautiful and sturdy. It came mostly assembled; just had to install the feet and the drawer handles. The frame is wood and there are some imperfections, which I think adds character and shows the authenticity. The drawers have depth and the top two are felt-lined. My only complaint is that one of the top drawers is sitting a little lower than the rest - not really noticeable visually, but causes one of the parts on the drawer glides to make a click sound when opened. They open pretty smoothly. I got this on sale, and believe the sale price ($700) is appropriate for the quality. If it wasn't on sale, I wouldn't have been able to justify it.