The chair is very pretty.  I did buy pillow tiebacks because the seat has no depression to accommodate your bottom.  That made a difference in comfort.  It's sturdy enough.Of course not as strong as my own dining room chairs.  I don't think it's molded in all one piece as I can see some metal rivets at some junctures.  The rivets are not obvious to the eye.  Other people commented on how pretty the chair is.  It gives a festive and classy feeling around my table.