This is a beautiful mid-century Judaica wall hanging produced by the renowned Syracuse Ornamental Company (Syroco). The plaque depicts the two tablets of the Ten Commandments inscribed with Hebrew lettering, supported by two rampant Lions of Judah. The relief work is exceptionally detailed, mimicking the texture of deep wood carving.

May have originally been finished with a crown at the apex as this specific piece shows a clean break where a crown may have been attached. Despite this, the primary iconography of the lions and tablets remains intact and displays well. The back features the characteristic molded texture of SyrocoWood and likely had an original foil seal or impressed mark (though these sometimes wear off over time).

• Origin: Syracuse, New York, USA

• Manufacturer: Syracuse Ornamental Company (Syroco)

• Material: SyrocoWood (Compressed wood pulp and resin composite)

• Age: Circa 1940s–1950s

• Condition: Fair/Vintage Condition. Significant wear noted at the top where the original crown piece has broken off. General surface patina consistent with age. Please see photos for a close-up of the breakage point.

Scholarly Reference for Listing

Source: Syroco Decorative Accessories Catalog (specifically the archival collections at Syracuse University).

Reference: Syracuse Ornamental Company, Catalog of Gift and Novelty Items, circa 1940s. While Syroco produced thousands of designs, this specific "Lions and Tablets" motif is a documented part of their mid-century religious novelty line.

Item dimensions: 5.75" tall × 5 1/8" wide x 3/8" deep

Weight of item: 5.6 oz