The etagere is exactly as pictured. Perfectly fits in my transitional space. Some reviewers commented that they wished the shelves had been solid planks, but I think that would have made the item even heavier. It looks great in our living room and adds much needed storage while still looking somewhat stylish. 

We did end up anchoring it to the wall, as we have a toddler. With the height of it, things are a bit shaky and a kid climbing up it would be disastrous.