No assembly required which was GREAT.  Rustic look to these stools.  Small and lightweight.  The top seat was wider and darker stain than I expected, but it's fine.  They work great as extra seats for our little "kid table" when company is over, and also they work as tiny tables to hold snacks, which the kids like.    I'm not sure about the quality- if they will hold up over time.  They are so lightweight!