I liked the color and makeup of this console table.  The only thing I did not like was some of the gouges etc in the front area. You could see the mars very plainly. (I believe this was part of the makeup of the wood itself) It is a beautiful piece of furniture however, and will be an accent to my other walnut furniture. I really like the small drawer in the front and the additional shelf below.  This extra shelf will accomodate a lot of my family pictures.  This also fits nicely against the wall due to my walking area nearby being a tad narrow.