Boxes
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold, Silver
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Belgian Baroque Boxes
Metal
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Wood
20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Teak
1930s German Folk Art Vintage Boxes
Tin
Late 19th Century French Romantic Antique Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Unknown Boxes
Malachite
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Boxes
Cedar
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
18th Century European Folk Art Antique Boxes
Bentwood
Mid-19th Century American Industrial Antique Boxes
Metal
1950s French Vintage Boxes
Ebony
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Velvet
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Boxes
Iron
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold, Enamel, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century British Colonial Boxes
Faux Bamboo, Alligator
1950s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Regency Revival Vintage Boxes
Brass, Nickel
Early 20th Century German Rococo Revival Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Boxes
Tin
19th Century British Antique Boxes
Paper
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Iron
Early 20th Century American American Classical Boxes
Wood
18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Boxes
Wood
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Early 2000s French Boxes
Stainless Steel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Boxes
Leather
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Lacquer, Plastic
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold
Late 19th Century French Romantic Antique Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
Early 20th Century American Rustic Boxes
Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Onyx
1980s French Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century British Victorian Boxes
Hardwood
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Late 19th Century German Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Agate, Marble, Silver
1980s Italian International Style Vintage Boxes
Leather
19th Century Dutch Antique Boxes
Silver
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1930s Danish Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Boxes
Sterling Silver
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
1960s Spanish Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s Vintage Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century Swiss Arts and Crafts Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Boxes
Brass
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.