This is the 12th bookshelf I have put in my home, and I think it is also probably the nicest. Very sharp colors and looks and feels very sturdy. The off center shelves make for a pleasant breakup of the usual bookshelf look and it is sturdy enough to accommodate books and art pieces (I have a really nice globe on top of mine). Also love the expresso color. Holds about 45 standard sized Hardcover books, which is a good size for only technically two shelves. Recommended