"my sister and i have a small, rectangular, mission-style, hardwood dining table (seats 4) in our eat-in kitchen. i bought this piece knowing that it would serve as the perfect decoration when paired with a burgundy pillar candle inside. the proportions are just right for a small table; goes well in the living room, kitchen, dining room, family room or bedroom. even on a decorative console in the hallway or foyer! i'm thinking of buying another one and using both of them on our dining table and placing them with smaller candleholders in alterating order on a decorative ecru coloured runner."