We bought this headboard for our guest bed (queen size).  The design is exactly as pictured, and I actually like it even more in person.  It seems nicer in person/ up close.  I would say that the color is more of a very dark grey, nearly black, rather than "mahogany gold".  I was actually hoping it would be more grey so it is exactly what I wanted.  the color is deep and rich, and the finish is shiny.  It looks good in our light blue bedroom with our off-white and bluish-grey bedding set.  My husband attached the headboard to our existing frame in about 10 minutes.  All the parts that he needed were there, including the allen wrench.  We did get the free frame and will be giving that to my brother.  There is a very teeny tiny chip on the front of the headboard, but it is covered by the pillows and barely noticeable anyway, so I don't care!  Can't beat the price!