I just can't say enough good things about this little chest. It came in three days. It was packaged so well that it was nearly a complaint- I had quite a time getting it out of the box! But.... it came in perfect condition. It is as appears on my display, and I'm glad to say the reddish color on the front is actually less "ruby" and more of a translucent cherry- red enough for an accent but not garish in the least. This piece is made of actual wood (although the underside looks like mdf, no issue, no one's going to be climbing underneath!), wood drawers that run on rollers with guides. The assembly took me a few minutes but that was me, not the piece (you can do it by yourself, but it weighs 70-80lbs and would just be easier with another person) and it was so simple a blindfolded monkey could do it. The hand painting on the front is also very delicate, not tacky at all. The shape is traditional but not so ornate that it wouldn't fit in with other styles of design. I am SO happy with this piece that I'm considering moving it from the foyer where it sits in a staircase nook to collect the mail to someplace where it will be used and seen more frequently. It is my new favorite thing! It's size makes it perfect as a nightstand, side table in a living room, small TV stand, bathroom storage... don't hesitate if you're considering this piece. I just wish this came in more than one size, I'd buy a bigger one, too!