Vintage 1940s Syroco Horse Head Bookends. These pieces are known for their detailed designs and distinctive wood-like finish, which is actually a blend of wood pulp and resin. Look for the unique stamp or label, often found on the back or bottom of the item, indicating it's a genuine Syroco.
The Syracuse Ornamental Company, known as Syroco, was an American manufacturing company based in Syracuse, New York. They were best known for their molded wood-pulp products that resembled hand-carving.