The noble families of ancient China used large bowls such as ours to protect their pond gold fish from the freezing cold of winter. Used today as a cachepot, it gives a large plant a highly decorative place to put down roots. Hand painted floral tapestry motif in blue and orange. Features bird and pine motif in the front, and chrysanthemum flowers on the back. Imported from China. Top opening diameter is approximately 13" dia. Stand sold separately.Painted by hand. For indoor use only