I bought one of these couches from a designer and I absolutely love it. The leather is supple and the wood is warm and of quality construction. I love that the seat is a single cushion as there are no cushions to turn of lose things in. It's a piece that rivals some of the Stickley and Roycroft (newer) pieces that I've seen up close. I used to collect Arts & Crafts/Prairie pieces and I am proud to put this item in my home.