Chair is beautiful, but reclining mechanics is so stiff and does not work . I was unable to collapse the footrest. (I am 70+ and 160 lbs) I would have to kick it down with my heels and it would pop back UP. My husband had to push it down with his hands so I could get out of the chair. We thought it would loosen with use. It continued to be frustrating and hold me hostage.
Finally,  he removed the heavy spring on the left side of the chair.
I can now get out of the chair on the first try with effort.  I do NOT recommend this chair. I really wanted to like this chair. Esthetically it is lovely. Mechanically it is a total failure.