Delivery was seem less. Because of other reviews about it being short, I already made a round base made from extra piece of butcherblock that I had. Color of base is hideous! Not gold but a nasty yellow, worse than thought. When I ordered it i knew I was going to paint it anyway. 2 cans of spray paint later...it's gorgeous. Now it matches my decor. Waiting for construction to be completed in dining rm before I place it.