Oriental Snuff Boxes
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Late Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco...
Soapstone
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique 1820s Swiss Charles X Decorative Boxes
Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Books
Paper
People Also Browsed
Antique 18th Century French Decorative Art
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Jars
Copper, Enamel
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Dinner Plates
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Victorian Games
Gold
1990s English Decorative Boxes
Gold
Antique 1770s French Louis XVI Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Antique 17th Century Dutch Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique 1860s Chinese Jars
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century Chinoiserie Urns
Brass, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Enamel, Gold Leaf
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Soup Tureens
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Floor Lamps
Crystal, Ormolu
Antique Early 1900s German Late Victorian Jars
Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Russian Belle Époque Decorative Boxes
Jade
Antique Early 19th Century German Empire Porcelain
Porcelain
2010s Rococo Sculptures
Brass
Recent Sales
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Burl
Antique Early 1900s Asian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century German Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century German Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Wood
Antique 1880s French Rococo Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Majolica, Ceramic, Faience
1880s French Sculptures
20th Century English Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1910s German Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Japanese Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Enamel, Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes
Metal
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
- When were snuff boxes invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Snuff boxes first appeared in England during the 17th century and became widespread in the 18th century. Snuff boxes range from simple designs to elaborately decorations. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique snuff boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a snuff box used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A snuff box is a small, decorated box used to store snuff ( scented, powdered tobacco). Snuff boxes come in two sizes: small pocket boxes and larger communal boxes for use at the table. Pocket boxes are often designed to retain a little amount of snuff for immediate use and are designed to hold a day or two's worth of snuff. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage snuff boxes.
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