A large Len Castle earthenware platter, with alkaline turquoise glaze. Maker's impressed initials to base. Len Castle (1924 - 2011) is one the most recognisable and well versed figures in New Zealand applied arts. His spectacular forms, often taking inspiration from geothermal activityand landscapes, revolutionised studio pottery, height 5.5 cm, length 42.5 cm, width 42.5 cm