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Paul Newman's Mantel Magic
Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward's fireplace mantel shows how vintage objects can balance without crowding.
In brief
Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward's fireplace mantel shows how vintage objects can balance without crowding. Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward's mantel uses vintage objects with balanced scale to avoid looking cluttered. Originally reported by Homesandgardens.
Mantel Balance
A fireplace mantel is one of the few places in a living room where you can display objects without taking up floor space.
Paul Newman's Mantel
Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward's former home shows how to arrange vintage objects across a timber mantel without crowding.
Terracotta Unicorn Heads
A pair of terracotta unicorn heads sit at either end of the mantel, alongside brass candlesticks and framed etchings.
Balanced Arrangement
The arrangement feels considered with each object having its own place despite its eclectic nature.
Design Expert Insight
T.J. Rubin, president at Fulton Grace, says a balanced mantel photographs cleanly and makes the room feel ordered.
Paul's Rule for Balance
Build a balanced arrangement with objects of similar height and visual weight, then let individual pieces differ.
Mantel Tips
Start with one object in the center, then work outwards with similar-sized pieces to keep the display balanced.
What to remember
Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward's mantel uses vintage objects with balanced scale to avoid looking cluttered.