It was a real surprise. It came fully made. I only had to take the plastic off. I've had more compliments on it than anything I have. Everyone asks where I got it from. It is beautifully carved. It is a beautiful piece that is  lovely stained. It woks well for sitting on and putting on shoes and storing shoes. It is really easy to care for. It is made of a nice fabric, The fabric doesn't seem to pick up any stains. I have two little dogs who jump on it with muddy little feet. I just take a damp cloth and the stain comes right out. There is a nice trim around by the fabric; which is a nice touch to it. It is nice that it is raised up to clean under also.