I love this for my backyard patio. However, it is not ceramic, but made of CLAY, and the first shipment arrived in pieces. I recommend that you request extra bubble wrap so it arrives in one piece, and that you spray both sides with Rustoleum 2x Clear Coat to add extra protection from the elements. I juxtaposed it with the Reena Old World 1/2 Moon from Wayfair, also treating it with Clear Coat.