when i ordered this fire bowl it was after MUCH thought and research. i couldn't wrap my head around this firebowl being only what 11 inches high? how can that be? BUT i got it last week and it is BEAUTIFUL! it might be 11 inches high ( i didn't measure it) but the bowl is substantial! it is really heavy and i cannot wait to use it! even the base is cast iron.  so yup! very nice fire bowl!!!