1970s Italian Alabaster Horse Head Bookend

A sculptural Italian alabaster horse head bookend from the 1970s, carved in softly translucent stone with warm natural veining throughout.

This piece reads as both object and art—its elongated, angular form and gently bowed head reflecting the quiet drama and modernist restraint of mid-century Italian design. Subtle variations in tone and stone texture give it an organic depth that shifts beautifully with the light.

Substantial in weight and presence, it works just as well anchoring books on a shelf as it does standing alone as a sculptural accent.

Details:

• Origin: Italy
• Era: 1970s
• Material: Alabaster
• Function: Bookend / sculptural object
• Color: Soft cream with natural veining
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with natural stone variation and minor age-appropriate marks
• Approximately 11” tall

Style it on a bookshelf, credenza, or side table as a quiet statement piece—equal parts functional and artful.