The chair is exactly as pictured.  It was very easy to assemble and looks great.  The chair is comfortable in use with the ottoman. Without the ottoman the downside is, the cushion is too firm and the back is low.  I am petite, and found when I leaned back, I wished it were higher.  Not sorry that I purchased it.  I'm using it as an accent chair instead of an everyday chair that I had hoped to use it for.  :  )