Beautiful chairs. Make my living room look elegant - only problem is - they are so danged hard! I got them to replace my old recliners that had seen their last days and these do not compare to the comfort of the old ones.  I'm hoping they soften over time.  If not out they go.  Lesson-never buy a chair until you have sat in it.  UPDATTE:  Okay folks - I have had these chairs 3 months and believe me - they are rock hard!  It's like sitting on a bare board after 30 minutes.  Looks good -yes, comfortable NO.  I tend to want  to slide out of them, they don't sit well at all.  If I hadn't  spent almost $700 for the pair, they would be gone by now.    But assure you it wont be much longer.   Now giving them a 1 star for looks.  WORSE CHAIR I HAVE EVER, EVER BOUGHT!