Large Vintage Jihokera Hunting Sculpture By Lhota, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

An impressive vintage gypsum sculpture depicting a dramatic deer hunt, produced by Jihokera in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s, after a design by sculptor Lhota. Original label still attached. The dynamic composition captures a powerful stag rearing on its hind legs as two hunting dogs leap towards it. The intertwined figures, expressive movement and finely modelled details create a striking sense of energy and drama, making this a particularly sculptural and visually captivating piece. Finished in a glossy ivory-white coating, the sculpture features beautifully modelled animal forms and an elaborate arrangement of antlers, legs and bodies. Its generous proportions and dramatic silhouette make it an exceptional decorative statement piece, equally suited to a vintage interior or a contemporary setting. The sculpture retains its original Jihokera label, while the artist's signature is only partially visible in the gypsum. Good vintage condition with signs of age and previous restoration. The stag's antlers were broken in the past and subsequently reattached by a previous owner. The repairs remain visible upon close inspection, as documented in the photographs. These interventions form part of the sculpture's history and do not diminish its impressive overall presence. A beautiful and substantial example of mid-century Czechoslovak decorative sculpture, combining expressive animal modelling with a remarkable sense of movement.