Arrived packaged well.  This is a heavy box.   Recommend opening and inspecting desk top and legs before lugging pieces to where you plan to assemble and place the desk.   Expresso finish is more of a warm brown color - very rich.   There was a little chip on one leg but with the desk against a wall this is not visible.  Make sure the drawer operates smoothly before assembling the desk.  We did not realize that one roller on drawer assembly was busted until after the desk was assembled and in place.  The drawer still works - just have to jiggle it to get it to close all the way.