It's "Made in France." I received it from a friend a long time ago, and I used it once and then put it away. I had a lot of similar items. As for its use in cooking, it's perfect for salad bowls or serving fruit! A frilled-edge, transparent glass vase, Elegant design, perfect for interior decoration. - Color: Transparent (Air bubbles are present in the transparent glass.) - Shape: Crescent moon - Design: Frilled edge - Material: Glass - Size: Height, diameter: Approximately 20cm x 21cm - Category: Vase I couldn't find any noticeable scratches or stains, but please be aware that there may be minor scratches as it is glass. It's still usable! Please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned about used items. Thank you for looking. Showa Retro Vintage