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. Beautifully hand painted in Renaissance Tapestry Design. Top opening is approx. 9.25″Dia. Imported from China. Matching stand sold separately (Chinese Wooden Fishbowl Planter Stand – 8.5″ Dia., Part# RBF085).