This lobster platter and accompanying plates are from the hands of the Massier family, a ceramic dynasty of the late 19th and 20th centuries that was second to none. The Massiers pioneered a style that sat between Victorian majolica pottery and Art Nouveau style—with their own creative twists—as well as a copper oxide flambé technique that produced vibrant color during the glazing process. This set, lacquered in a powerful crimson red, is all about texture, with deep groves forming patterned borders and artfully stylized renderings of the tasty crustaceans. Please note, this item is a truly original vintage piece with slight imperfections and distinctive characteristics that add to its charm and celebrate its unique history.