I opted not to buy the two Parsons chairs that were paired (at the ends) with the farm table I purchased a year ago from a furniture store.  I thought they were too formal looking and too expensive and figured I'd worry about it later. I saw these and thought they'd be perfect....and they are! Beautiful and reasonably priced and go very well with probably any farm table! I don't think the seats are too firm as others notes in their reviews. Note: it is easier to assemble with two people, as noted on the instructions.