Love this headboard!  I waited 2 months for it to get back in stock so I could order.  It was delivered very quickly.  The color is a marbled slate/navy.  I actually spray painted mine to match my bedroom better, which was easy enough to do.  It was also super-easy to set up and attach to my bed frame. This headboard has a real old fashioned charm to it and makes me smile every time I walk into my room!