I was worried that these would be flimsy. They are not, it is very sturdy. It is true to color,  a very nice rich brown. I purchased these as wall decor to compliment the earth tone paint I have on my walls. I saw this on HGTV, never thought to use as wall decor. But let me tell you it is gorgeous. I put it up in two's vertically. The rattan fits in and completes the look nicely.