This large platter depicts a Southern Rock Lobster (Jasus edwardsii). This species of spiny lobster is native to the Great Southern Reef and New Zealand. These crustaceans have long spines projecting forward from the front of the head but unlike “traditional” lobsters, do not possess the large pincers on their first pair of walking legs.

The platter is handmade with Australian porcelain and hand painted with watercolour-like underglazes. As with all handmade objects, it may have some irregularities which contribute to its unique nature. It is fully functional and can be washed in the dishwasher, though I would recommend not putting in the microwave or oven as the abrupt changes in temperature might crack the clay.

The platter measures 37.5cm long, 29cm wide and about 2cm high and comes in its own recycled cardboard gift box. This is a listing for the product in the picture.

By purchasing this item, we will contribute to Carbon Positive Australia’s carbon sequestration projects by planting one native tree or shrub in Australia.

If you are local to Sydney, we encourage you to come and collect from our studio. Just use the code INNERWEST at checkout and we can natter the details over email.