These were fairly easy to put together (even by myself, though I recommend two pairs of hands) and they look beautiful in our apartment!  They are just the right height for our counter as well, which is handicap accessible and therefore perhaps a bit shorter than the average counter top.  
The wood at the top of the chair back is lighter colored than the picture, but it doesn't bother us, as it goes with our interior colors.  It could likely be painted easily.  The seat is a dark, espresso brown.  They feel quite sturdy, swivel well, and we've enjoyed using them!  Highly recommend!