The photograph of the desk is what the actual desk looks like assembled.  The desk arrived with no damage and was simple to assemble.  The desk has a good heft to it, so it won't move when being used.  However, the desk is heavy.  Because of the dimensions of the packaging two people will probably be needed when it arrives.  One strong person can move the desk after it is assembled.  The only negative thing was that there was a noticeable odor for several days after assembling the desk.  It wasn't unpleasant but it was quite noticeable.