Arrived in perfect condition, and tho I'm in my late seventies put it together on my own. Is exactly has pictured, good quality upholstery and very comfortable. Very minor demerits ( that have been noted by others) for the stiffness in the reclining mechanism (which I may fiddle with later), and the unappealing gap at the side when reclining, which I have disguised with a plant, although a side table would work perfectly too. Heartily recommend.