Monumental Kudu Stag Sculpture by Roberto Estévez for Karl Springer, Circa 1983

A rare and impressive monumental Kudu Stag sculpture designed by Roberto Estévez for Karl Springer, dating to circa 1983. At just under 52 inches high, the piece has the strong presence and refined theatricality associated with the best late 20th-century American luxury design, while remaining sculptural and highly usable in an interior. ________________________________________ Technical Specifications • Artist or Maker: Roberto Estévez • Manufacturer/Showroom: Karl Springer • Design/Production Era: Circa 1983 • Signature: Unsigned (Conforms precisely to documented showroom portfolio examples) • Overall Height: 51 ¾ inches (131.45 cm) • Overall Width: 31 ¼ inches (79.38 cm) • Materials: hand-cast fiberglass, brass ________________________________________ Artistic Significance & Details This work combines materials with polished, architectural finishes in a way that feels distinctly of the Karl Springer world. The central bust is cast in substantial fiberglass and finished in an iridescent gunmetal lacquer that shifts subtly with the light. The modeled ears and plinth are executed in solid brass, giving the sculpture both weight and definition. The contrast between the dark lacquered surface and the brass elements gives the piece its character without overstatement. Above, a dramatic pair of spiral kudu horns completes the composition and gives the sculpture its full scale. It is a commanding decorative object, well suited to a serious interior, a collector’s setting, or a high-end environment. ________________________________________ About the Artist & Provenance Roberto Estévez was a gifted jewelry designer and sculptor whose work was associated with leading luxury houses, including Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, and Cartier. Estévez also created sculptural works for Karl Springer’s showrooms, where his eye for material and finish aligned naturally with Springer’s design language. Comparable examples of these kudu and stag forms are documented in the market, and this example corresponds closely to known showroom pieces from the period. Surviving large-scale examples remain uncommon, making this a strong statement piece for collectors of Karl Springer, 1980s design, or sophisticated high-end interiors. ________________________________________ Condition Report Good vintage condition, with light wear consistent with age and use. The lacquer retains a rich surface, the brass shows an attractive natural patina, and the horns are secure and well presented. As with all vintage works, minor surface variation, small marks, and evidence of age should be expected, and there may be prior restorations or adjustments not immediately apparent under casual inspection. This report is provided as a general statement of condition rather than an exhaustive itemization, and prospective buyers are encouraged to review all available images and request any additional details important to their decision.