This table is absolutely gorgeous and high quality. The top appears to be made with veneer but much of the table is solid wood and not cheap particle board. It is HEAVY and there is no question that this is solid. For the price, this table is an amazing value. I would say that the color is off compared to the photos - more of a medium-dark walnut brown (at least the one we received), which actually looks better in our room. We were a little concerned that the table may have a rustic finish but it does not, this is a true 50s modern looking table.