This amazing magazine rack is a great find. A true collectors item that is often to be found. This particular one has been restored and is in a very good condition, especially considering age. The former owners have painted it and we have had that taken of. The birch top has been sanded long time ago, before it was painted, therefore the top layer is very thin and the next layer shines through. This gives it a more rough look, but the top is actually very smooth. A lovely item that can be placed in room on it's own and it will look beautiful.