Like a phoenix, Alamo Square has arisen Nov 17, 2008
During the course of the conversation he discovered that the woman - who had lived in the home with her family during the '30s - was in a photograph he had found one day while working on the parlor's fireplace mantel. Other things happened as well. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Her keen eye built dollhouse collection Nov 3, 2008
So, the auction includes whole tray lots of miniature toilets and sinks, cast-iron stoves, crystal chandeliers, German tin kitchens, upright and grand pianos, cloisonne vases, pots and pans, Jell-O molds, tea sets, cuckoo clocks, mantel clocks, lacquered Japanese bowls, Limoges platters and books. Dr. Clack met her Australian husband, Lindsay, in Scotland at a Thanksgiving dinner. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Scene of the crime Oct 18, 2008
Other architectural stunners had to be acquired elsewhere: The great mirrored mantel opposite the baby grand piano in the living room's bay was gleaned from a mansion in Washington, Pa. (Neighbor John DeSantis had it in his basement. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The Second Time Around Sep 21, 2008
Chinese cinnabar vases culled during a family trip to Beijing when she was 12 top a fireplace mantel festooned with relief of garlands. A sculpture by her mother is artfully arranged next to a print by Brazil's Emiliano Di Cavalcanti on top of a white-lacquer bar; an Alexander Calder print from the Museum of Modern Art hangs on the wall above. (Boston Globe)
Treasure Hunters Roadshow turns collectibles into cash Aug 21, 2008
Mullen said pocket watches, old mantel clocks and Civil War memorabilia are among the items the roadshow is always seeking. While the market is hot for a lot of items, Mullen said glassware is not among them. (Fairfield Daily Ledger, IA)
'Back East' style suited to the desert Aug 9, 2008
A floor-to-ceiling fireplace, similar to the others with stone accents and floating hearth and mantel, serves as the centerpiece of the master bedroom. Asian influences abound in the lamps, artwork and TV armoire. (AZCentral -- Home)
AT TAHOE, WHAT'S INSIDE IS ALL ABOUT THE OUTSIDE Jul 31, 2008
A trophy elk head from a contractor found a home on a wall over a mantel in her Gentleman's Retreat, a getaway for 12 she furnished at Squaw Valley. And she updated the knotty pine at a 1920s lake house by filling rooms with her own custom, overstuffed furniture accented by European antiques and playful accessories. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Savvy Snoot in Atlanta Jun 18, 2008
A far wall supports a wood fireplace mantel and a headboard; a nearby table sports an array of carved wooden fruit. Armoires, pillows, clocks, breakfronts and plenty of dining chairs fill the floor space and more hang from the rafters. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
An arts-and-crafts odyssey Jun 17, 2008
"The previous owners had put in an aluminum window and we couldn't afford to replace it with an original wood window, so I put up trim and created a mantel for the fireplace," Brian recalls. "I designed the mantel shelving by taking a cue from the dining room and it looked good. But it just wasn't original without the porch.". (Globe and Mail)
I have to tell you . . . May 16, 2008
"Still ticking away on our fireplace is a Seth Thomas mantel clock that belonged to Fred and Naney. It probably was a wedding present. If so, it is now (1996) 110 years old. When my mother died, I carried it in my lap on the flight from St. Louis to Seattle; it was far too fragile and precious to trust to the baggage handlers. We had it overhauled about five years ago and it now keeps perfect time." The cousins shared a small professionally made oval photograph of a boy of about 7 in white... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Great seats available May 15, 2008
Along the north wall, the massive fireplace, another original feature, commands attention with stone face, mantel and hearth. On the east side, a half wall separates the great room from the dining room, which is on the same level as the foyer. (AZCentral -- Home)
Find some treasure in Sandy Springs! Apr 1, 2008
The main pieces are a table ($25) for four that she paired with green chairs ($5 each) and a painted fireplace mantel to give the illusion of a keeping room. She filled a shopping cart with utensils, china plates, candles, a pie server and green linen napkins to set the table. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Red Baron's big antiques auction this weekend Feb 19, 2008
There's also an Italian Renaissance walnut mantel with figures of Atlas, bronze urns and detailed carvings of birds and flowers. In between will be lighting, dining room and bedroom sets, paintings, architectural pieces and jewelry. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Reflected Glory Jan 31, 2008
For the right price, you can buy one of the sports world's most prestigious sporting trophies and stash it on your mantel. OK, you're not likely to find a Vince Lombardi Trophy on the private market, no matter who wins this Sunday's match-up. (Forbes -- Business)
Rambo Ignites Retail Boom Jan 25, 2008
95, but who doesn't need one of these on their mantel. . (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Cape Neddick residents paints mural in home to honor town Jan 9, 2008
The mural's focal point is the Annis' Route 1 home and barn, the images of which are painted over a mantel. Across an adjacent wall are the buildings and farms on Route 1; turn a corner to the south wall and the scene depicts River Road and Clark Road, finally ending up at The Nubble Light House. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
What to do with your parents' collections Jan 2, 2008
My husband can't stand it," she says. "It sits right on our mantel as if it's always been there. I love that. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
3 cheers for the holidays Dec 15, 2007
Stockings, suspended from a mantel or staircase, offer an element of surprise and bring out the child in us all ... ORNAMENTS Christmas lights will glow more brightly and your tabletops and mantels will shine with elegant ornaments. (AZCentral -- Home)
Quick holiday decorating tips Dec 11, 2007
The place cards and flowers can be taken home and put on the mantel or bedside table as a happy keepsake. Candle safety. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Decorating tips from Bunny Williams Dec 8, 2007
"Nothing is nicer than some white lights and greens on the mantel. If your house is already decorated, you really don't have to do much more than little add-ins. And what I really like to see is kind of a monochromatic look.". When decorating a traditional home: "Try not to get stuck in a rut of creating a period piece," she says, noting it is the single biggest design error she sees people making in their vintage Connecticut homes. (Stamford Advocate)
Colonial luxury Nov 24, 2007
Lamps on the mantel date from the 1760s. Both the heart-pine floors and the wood interior shutters are original. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Christmas cheer resides here: 2 holiday tours Nov 24, 2007
A collection of Santas rests appropriately on the fireplace mantel. A 1906 phonograph, which still functions, lends period detail by the sofa. (AZCentral -- Home)
In online worlds, the thought and the gift are social currency Nov 24, 2007
"It's sort of like when you get holiday cards and you'd put them on your piano or your mantel. People could come and enjoy them," said Susan Wu, a partner with Menlo Park's Charles River Ventures and an expert on the virtual goods industry. "Now you can do that on Facebook and collect cards and tokens of appreciation.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Candleholders create holiday sizzle Nov 21, 2007
More than one type can be used in a room on tabletops, sideboards and mantels ... At this time of year, you're likely to find candelabra that are incorporated into elaborate centerpieces, appropriate for the dining table or mantel. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Tile marks 1936 home Nov 17, 2007
In the corner, Mexican pottery lines the mantel of the fireplace, which has a tiled front. Iron lamps, white walls and dark wood beams complete the ethnic look. (AZCentral -- Home)
Inside the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center Nov 6, 2007
The lower level of the store houses French country and English reproductions, paintings and accent pieces as dramatic as an oversized, hand-carved wood mantel. "This store is very typical of what ADAC has," said Thayer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Create a Beautiful Holiday Mantel Oct 30, 2007
Creative ways to decorate your fireplace mantel for the holiday season. The fireplace mantel is often the centerpiece of the coziest room in your home- especially during the holiday season ... Here are some easy, inexpensive, creative ideas for decorating your Christmas holiday mantel. (Suite101.com)
B&B part of housewalk Oct 17, 2007
The house, which features a vintage fireplace with an old mantel, also has several antique settees which fit in perfectly with the Victorian motif. Others homes on the walk which runs from 2-4:30 p.m. and 6- 8:30 p.m. will be those of Michael and Charlene Hayes, 420 W. Lincoln St., Vince and Mary Ann Sartoris, 301 Smith Lane, Randall and Carol Schwartz, 101 E. Grove St., and Charles and Jo Ann Muir, 512 N. Deerfield Rd.. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Wild, wild West thrives in Buckhead home Sep 25, 2007
A massive stone fireplace rises along one wall, its mantel decorated with hunting knives. French doors lead to a two-story den, where a saddle, complete with ropes and bags, occupies one corner. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Taste of Italy Sep 6, 2007
The living room mantel of cast concrete creates a pedestal effect for his mother's painting. Maria Gavenchak also displays her collection of Lladro statues that were given to her for special family occasions. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
McPherson craftsman repairs Greensburg clock Jul 22, 2007
He recently was presented with the biggest challenge yet and that was to refurbish in between a late 1800 to early 1900 Waterbury Black Mantel clock. The clock was dug up by owners Stewart and Virginia Hammond out of the rubble left by the Greensburg tornado. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Leisure Calendar Jul 11, 2007
Petoskey Public Library, 500 E. Mitchell St., will host Roger Lilak and Mark Mantel for a concert Sunday, 7:30 p.m., on the lawn. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Out of the way Iowa Jul 8, 2007
Donna had a lifelong affection for the town, and the golden statue now has a place of honor on the mantel of the Crawford County historical museum. Le Mars marked the western end of my journey, and I stopped long enough to investigate its claim as the ce Cream Capital of the World. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
LOOKING GLASS SASS May 17, 2007
"It's a no-no to put a mirror above a mantel that's just looking at crown molding," Wilkinson said. "It used to be that fireplaces were low enough to justify mirror placement over the mantel, but many now are so high that you're looking at a blank wall. And that looks silly.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Mark O'Brien: Hard work, eye for bargains turn dreams into reality May 16, 2007
The mantel is cedar, from a tree struck by Hurricane Ivan. But the best part is the back half of the house -- if you believe the only difference between men and boys is the size of their toys. (Pensacola News Journal)
Flea market complements Rhode Island inn May 13, 2007
A dresser across from the foot of the bed held the television, which was also visible from a small loveseat next to the nonfunctional stone-block fireplace with wooden mantel. The faint music was mere background noise as the Red Sox rallied to win the game. (Boston Globe)
Centennial Home Tour features three historic homes 05-13-2007 May 13, 2007
One of the changes in the living room is the curved mantel and bookcase that she painted white, lightening the living room. Her granddaughters, Hannah and Lily, have their own bedroom at the back of the house furnished with white iron beds, linen and lace curtains and pastel quilts. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Blog: --> I'm going shopping and taking your credit cards Mar 31, 2007
It s time to put your film camera on the mantel with the other antiques. If you don t yet own a digital camera - or if the one you have is several years old - it s time to pick up a new one. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Caledonia farmhouse puts best face to nation Jan 24, 2007
There are the original built-in cupboards, horsehair plaster, and mantel. It has the original flooring that doesn't meet current-day standards for smoothness but that doesn't bother them at all. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Find antique and new furniture at New and Again Jan 7, 2007
A: A mantel piece from a house that was built in the 50s. We haven't been able to track that down yet. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Downtown Lawrenceville is friendly, fun Jan 6, 2007
Standard features: hardwood floors in foyer, garden tub with separate shower in master bath, Whirlpool appliances, fireplace with gas logs, mantel and marble surround, marble vanities, two-car garage, prewired for phone, cable, Internet and security. Amenities: pool, cabana, playground, sidewalks, streetlamps. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
