In a cream colors from gloss to satiny matte, breaking to warm brown over edges, this is a hand-built (not wheel-thrown) covered serving piece.It appears to be “closed” with two big buttons. The sturdy lid has a cutout to lift by instead of a knob. Handle with potholders for moving to the table. 9” wide X 6” tall. (Shipping weight is 6 lbs. Pickup available or delivery within half an hour of Hillside, NJ.)