This picture I wouldn’t say is true to color. The actual entertainment center is a bit darker. That being said, this is an absolute gorgeous piece. The color is still nice and the assembly isn’t too too bad. Directions could be a bit more helpful with distinction between parts in diagram, but it’s pretty easy to put together (with another person). All my partner can say is he thinks this is the best price we have bought off of wayfair, it looks absolutely beautiful, and he even wants more furniture like this design. We love it.