I found this marble egg cup at the Concord, MA vintage shop Nesting on Main last week. It was just what I needed to add a touch of spring to a predominantly white mantel that I was putting together for a client. Also at Nesting I came across a collection of mercury glass votive candle holders. I picked up a pair of them, then added an arrangement of moss and branches to establish vertical interest at each end of the symmetrically-styled mantel.
The center of the mantel features a beautiful vintage
white urn from Nesting, which is flanked with
reflective surfaces to contrast with the
natural texture of the stone. Fresh greens
provide a burst of spring color.
Black and white framed family photos add a
personal touch to the completed mantel.
This photo shows a second choice for pillows at the hearth. I really like the color of the aubergine linen pillow combined with the red seat cushions that we had custom made last year. The white urn is a good contrast in front of the black fire screen, but it’s not really practical to have a fragile antique down low with little ones in the house. The delicate white pillow, although pretty in a picture, is being saved for one of my upcoming design projects for the same reason!
I had to show you their antique owl andirons.
Aren’t they fabulous with their yellow gaze?
Please join me for more spring
decorating tips next week!
The owls are fab! And mercury glass is such a favorite...you pulled together a lovely mantel.
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