Artist Name: Ohtake Ryousuke
Title: Spiny Lobster
Details: circa 2014 – 31cm – Boxwood, “beard of whale”
Why It’s Notable:
The form of the spiny lobster was impeccably replicated in boxwood.
But the realistic appearance wasn’t enough to get recognized as a Notable Inspiration. This was: the joints were carved so they move just like a real lobster would.
This amazing video (duration – 3:04) shows how the lobster moves. Note how the artist holds the part he is working on at the 0:12 mark – so simple!
I think that the ball and sockets are snapped into place.
Sculptural Woodwork by Chris Wong 
Chris, That is unbelievable!
Hi Stephen,
Look up “Jizai Okimono”. This type of sculpture is also done in metal!
Chris