The chair arrived a few days after I ordered it and much to my surprise was fully assembled. The chair is very study just as pictured, but the finish was listed as antique black and unless it is viewed in bright sunlight it appears just plain black. I expected the edges of the armrests and backrest to show the wood color as if the finish had been rubbed through by years of use. I think the seat should show areas of wear as well. If I had it to do over I would have ordered a different color.