The Copenhagen chairs are a great value for the money. They are solid hard wood of a Asian species I am not familiar with that looks like oak. The chairs are made in Malaysia They are a simplified version of a Windsor chair.The construction is good and the nylon glides make them easy to slide on solid floors. The finish is finish is good. They try to simulate powder post beetle holes to make the wood more antique looking. This is not necessary and does look fake.Unless you know what powder post beetles are you would think there are holes in the wood by mistake. The chairs are quite comfortable to sit in. The curved back and back angle are comfortable.the seat is partially carved out to fit ones butt and is also comfortable. I had a set of this type of chairs for 15 years before they came loose and the finish was shot. It costs more to have the chairs refinished and re-glued then to buy new ones. I am a custom wood worker and make furniture so you can take this review to the bank.