Boxes
1870s French Antique Boxes
Ormolu
1770s British George III Antique Boxes
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Birdseye Maple
1910s Chinese Qing Vintage Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Boxes
Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Boxes
Bone, Bamboo, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Rosewood, Walnut
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Murano Glass, Art Glass
Late 20th Century French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
Mid-20th Century English Rustic Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Scottish Rustic Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Rock Crystal
Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Boxes
Ash, Mahogany
Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
2010s Philippine Boxes
Brass
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Leather
1930s Danish Vintage Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
19th Century French Folk Art Antique Boxes
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Boxes
Tin, Copper, Brass
19th Century Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century French Baroque Revival Boxes
Brass
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
20th Century French Boxes
Agate, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Sheraton Boxes
Mahogany
1820s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Limestone
1960s Italian Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver
Late 19th Century British Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century Balinese Boxes
Steel
18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s Austrian Other Antique Boxes
Silver, Enamel
20th Century Chinese Modern Boxes
Wood
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Burl
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wicker, Straw
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Vintage Boxes
Early 20th Century English Boxes
Shagreen
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Paper
1890s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Leather, Carbon Fiber
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Boxes
Gold
2010s Dutch Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Crystal
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1890s Chinese Antique Boxes
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Straw, Wood
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Boxes
Glass
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s French Empire Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Bone, Mahogany
2010s Mexican Art Deco Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Bronze, Iron
18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
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.