I bought this table for the price, dimensions and style.  Half the price of a name brand table.  The legs are black metal. The bottom shelf has a black surround with wood piece inset.  The shelf sits on top of 4 pegs, not intended for a heavy load.  The top is a solid plank with a carved rectangle decorative inset.  I am not sure if it is solid wood, I think so, it looks sort of fake but feels like real wood. It looks very nice in a dimely lit room next to a matching (more expensive) coffee table.  I use it for a lamp and a few decorative items.  Nice piece if you can get it. Assembly was pretty easy too.