Boxes
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1910s Chinese Qing Vintage Boxes
Silver
20th Century English Boxes
Paint, Porcelain
1960s Swiss Vintage Boxes
Cement
1980s Italian International Style Vintage Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Quartz, Marble
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Leaf
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Boxes
Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Boxes
Gold Plate
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
1950s Danish Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Bamboo
1970s American Vintage Boxes
Steel
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 18th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Pine
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Velvet
Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Pine
2010s American Boxes
Ceramic
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1780s British Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 2000s American Boxes
Pottery
Late 18th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Limestone
1850s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Limestone
Mid-19th Century European Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Limestone
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Shagreen, Wood
Late 19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell, Burl
Late 18th Century German Rococo Antique Boxes
Bronze, Ormolu
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Boxes
Shagreen
1950s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Late 19th Century British Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century English Victorian Boxes
Plastic, Cherry, Mahogany, Oak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Italian Empire Boxes
Onyx, Marble, Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Sheraton Boxes
Mahogany
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Wood
20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Wood
1930s Danish Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf, Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Boxes
Leather
Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Boxes
Bone, Bamboo, Wood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Boxes
Glass
1870s French Antique Boxes
Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Mahogany
Vintage, Mid-Century and Antique Boxes
From mere trinkets to useful receptacles that serve a distinct purpose, antique boxes as decorative objects have come in many forms over the years. No matter what they’re made of or where they end up in your home, decorative boxes add both style and storage to your space.
The decorative box that is likely most common is the jewelry box. These boxes were originally known as jewel caskets and were in common use in Ancient Egypt, as most Egyptians wore some sort of jewelry. A portable jewelry box, in its original intended use, was integral to keeping your jewelry safe and secure. This accessory has transformed in size, shape and appearance over the years. Initially it was common for a jewelry box to bear intricate ornamentation. Whether they’re mid-century modern works of marble and brass or feature playful Art Deco–style geometric decor, jewelry boxes boast real staying power.
Snuff boxes began to soar in popularity during the 17th century (and were commonplace in European homes by the mid-19th century). The boxes, some hand-painted with landscape scenes, some made from gold, porcelain or stone, contained a small amount of tobacco, which users would sniff, or “snuff,” throughout the day. Some particularly ornamental snuff boxes featured enameled designs or were set with precious gems and were given as gifts or party favors, particularly at the coronation of royalty or other lavish events.
Whether you’re organizing important mail in the foyer or tucking away medications in your bathroom, antique boxes — be they metal tea caddies, sterling-silver decorative boxes or Victorian cigar boxes made of oak (even if you don’t smoke) — are a sophisticated solution to help keep the surfaces in your home clutter-free. And no matter if you’re seeking a decorative box to beautify a desktop or bestow upon a loved one, you are sure to find something you love in the collection of antique and vintage boxes on 1stDibs.