I bought this bowl to serve as a large, sturdy but pretty candy dish on my desk at work. It works perfectly. The base is sturdy (no tipping accidents!) and the sides bell out in a very pretty way. This bowl looks very, very expensive and is a terrific buy. I would recommend it to anyone. Be sure to note the width of the top most portion, because it is quite wide. Just make sure you have the room! I can also see it filled with Christmas tree balls as a table centerpiece or on the mantel. It really is a very lovely bowl.