Exactly as expected. Great quality for a great price. Size is perfect for my small living room, not too big but not so small that a larger sized guest wouldn't be able to sit in it. Didn't realize the seat cushion is attached but its not that big of a deal. The upholstery feels sturdy, its a rough linen texture. Legs were easy to put on. The chair is very firm/stiff, as other reviewers have noted, but not uncomfortable and with a nice throw pillow at your back it is pleasant enough. Its used as extra seating in my living room so comfort was not the top priority for me anyway. My biggest complaint is that on the entire chair the writing is upside down. Couldn't they have just used the fabric the other direction and made it look better? Seems odd to me, but since the writing is more for looks than reading I guess it isn't a deal breaker. But every time I look at it, it bugs me a bit. Otherwise I'd give it five stars.