The chair is just as pictured..a stylish recliner, nice fabric, swivels, rocks and reclines.  I bought it as a surprise for my husband who has been wanting a recliner.  He loves it, it fits him and is very easy for him to use (and to doze in).  He is not a large man but he can easily bring the foot rest back to position but it is not easy for me to do this.  That is irrelevant because I am a small woman and I bought it for him.