I am very happy with this table.  At only 9" wide, it fits perfectly into the space where I needed it, under a wide sliding window, with orchid plants atop it and books and bookends below.  The table was very quick and easy to assemble, and I encountered no problems.  The metal pieces are black, and the shelves are a deep reddish-brown color.  Despite being narrow, it is very strong and does not wobble at all.   It's a lovely table.