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Meanings of mantelshelf in English

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Usage of mantelshelf in English
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Tantaine took three visiting cards from a china ornament on the mantelshelf.
Caught in the Net
2
She was for a mantelshelf in a boudoir, not for a camp.
The Summons
3
Lord Marchmont was standing leaning on the mantelshelf, apparently in consultation with her.
The Two Guardians / or, Home in This World
4
On the mantelshelf, in an open leather case, were a pair of revolvers.
The Beetle: A Mystery
5
Paul was not properly grateful when he found the cards upon the mantelshelf.
The Village by the River
6
Then he took the lamp from the mantelshelf and held it while she read.
London Pride, Or, When the World Was Younger
7
The picture was rolled up and stood on the mantelshelf.
The Crimson Blind
8
On the mantelshelf and around the walls were various unnecessary articles which cost money.
The Face and the Mask
9
The walls were covered with pictures, the mantelshelf with flowers.
Scottish Ghost Stories
10
He also found a summons awaiting him on the mantelshelf.
George Sand: Some Aspects of Her Life and Writings
11
She placed her hands on the mantelshelf, and leaned her forehead down on them.
Winding Paths
12
Hal placed her hands on the mantelshelf, and leaned her forehead down on them.
Winding Paths
13
On the mantelshelf, which was garishly draped, were a number of photographs of Mrs.
Dope
14
A big marble clock, flanked by a pair of vases, stood on the mantelshelf.
The Crimson Blind
15
Upon the mantelshelf was a curious old vase with a griffin's head surrounding it.
Tom, Dot and Talking Mouse and Other Bedtime Stories
16
On a mantelshelf was an extraordinary collection of old keys, each with its label.
The Man with the Clubfoot
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Mantelshelf through the time
Mantelshelf across language varieties
United Kingdom
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