Mantlepiece (noun)

A shelf above a fireplace, typically used to display decorative objects.

Origin:

From old english mæntelbord, from mæntel "cloak, mantle" + bord "board".

Examples:

1. The mantlepiece was adorned with a collection of antique vases and figurines.
2. The couple hung their stockings from the mantlepiece on Christmas Eve.
3. The mantlepiece was the focal point of the living room, with a large mirror hanging above it.
4. The mantlepiece was carved from a single piece of marble, and had been passed down through the family for generations.
5. The fireplace had a simple mantlepiece that was perfect for displaying the framed family photos.