My mother fell in love with this piece at an auction house in Beverly Hills 30 years ago, and pleaded with me to buy it for her, swearing that she would use it right away. I'd be embarrassed to tell you how much it finally cost me, but any thing for the old gal. Her "immediate use" turned out to be as an art object on top of the refrigerator, where it has remained untouched for all that time; so we've decided that it's high time someone else finally got some use out of it. Needless to say, it is still in perfect condition with no chips, cracks or stains; and we can find no flaws of any kind. The bottom oval platter is approximately 13.5"x11.5", the bowl (not counting the lid with the 4" flower) is about 10"x8"x4" and holds enough to feed a small army (or either of my wife's sisters), and the matching ladle is over 9" long. Perfect for those upcoming patio parties, it is also ideal for pasta or salad. $20.00 or best offer 707-833-5017 mailto:drdonsmith@earthlink.net