What is this handmade ceramic good for? We have bought this beautiful piece of ceramic.  We have no idea how it is supposed to be used beyond the obvious decorative purpose. Any idea? 



It has an opening but we don't think it can be used as a salt (or pepper) shaker since the holes on the windows are too big and too close to the bottom.
It looks very much like a potpourri holder. It is certainly a lovely little piece. I would recommend that you look after it carefully, and make sure that it comes to no harm. The ceramicist appears to be Edith Rimington, of Flintshire, Wales, although I have not been able to find out anything about her on the Internet. This is a piece that may appreciate in value, but I would definitely keep it for its simple charm.

I think that we should avoid confusing Edith Rimington with the English surrealist artist, Edith Rimmington (1902 – 1986). I doubt if they are the same person.