Originally, I believe it was used with water, but over many years, it has cracked and been held together with wire. After breaking, it was likely used for a different purpose. Numerous cracks, chips, and insect damage. It is being sold as an objet d'art, so please be aware of this beforehand. Diameter: Approximately 26.5cm Height: Approximately 6cm Sizes are approximate. The actual item may differ slightly in color from the images. As it is an old item, there are age-related scratches, marks, and stains.