mantelpiece

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The density of the ornament is matched only by its cheapness, with chalices lined up on the mantelpiece like the decorator raided the trophy case of a middle-school gymnasium.

From Slate • Aug. 5, 2025

This product is about 4 inches long, with a string for hanging from your rearview mirror or mantelpiece.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2023

The floral arrangements atop the mantelpiece mirror the artistic display on the ottoman below, featuring generous swathes of twiggy sprays that cascade from the vase, while rich reds, oranges and yellows create an autumnal bouquet.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 17, 2023

Emma, who lives with husband Kevin Roberts, 53, said she'll buy a copy of Ziggy's photo to put up on the mantelpiece alongside Chloe and Megan's.

From BBC • Sep. 29, 2022

I put it up on the mantelpiece behind Papi’s photograph before we went off to school that morning.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo