Beautiful shelving for books and anything else your heart desires. Great place to put glass and favorite collectibles. The wood is very beautiful and also very durable. It is a rich reddish tint with a fine grain that is quite elegant. This is a great item for just about anywhere in your home. The bookcase has 8 sitting poses and one standing pose. Many place to put your cherish treasures. If you decide to buy, please leave a sweet short REVIEW. Thank you so very much.