Gorgeous!  Exterior appears to be real wood, while interior shelves appear to be painted MDF. The back is a little cheap, but this does appear to be very well made and like a long-lasting piece of furniture. I'm going to be using it in my dining room for dish storage - I do wish that the shelves weren't so tall and that there were a few additional shelves - it's not ideal for stacking dishes, but it is perfect for wine glasses or bottles if you have taller items. This is a really pretty addition to my dining room and I can't wait to fill it up. 

There were a couple minor flaws on the exterior - where the wood didn't match up exactly and there was a small gap, but it's not noticeable to the regular person. Overall, I am very satisfied with the look of this, the quality and the delivery of the item. It was very well-packed, just expect to unbox the largest box of your life to get to it.