“At the Brooklyn Heights Designer Showhouse, I displayed a pair of contemporary metal sculptures by the artist Gunnar Theel atop the very traditional marble mantel in the primary bedroom.

“Cordless, battery-operated lamps offer another elegant way to enhance a mantle’s lighting and ambiance for spring. Their ...

Just as they displayed family crests or precious heirlooms back then, the modern mantel still serves ... Add on other art as your mantel space allows, paying attention to the overall balance ...