This product is shipped unpainted, as ceramic bisque. Scroll down to see a picture of this item as Judy and her crew painted it as well as a list of paints they used on this piece. Free instructions for painting are included with the piece. If you choose to glaze this piece, please remember that it will be need to be fired in a kiln to bring out the colors. Also, you will need to use a food-safe glaze on the inside if you are planning to use the basket to hold food. If you would like us to glaze the inside for you, please choose that variation. Also, shipping will be delayed if glazing is done in our shop. Inserts for this basket are sold separately. There is a space for an insert on both sides of the basket.