Marble Cigarette Box
Vintage 1950s Italian Decorative Boxes
Marble
Vintage 1920s English Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Fruitwood
Antique 1860s English Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Oak, Cedar
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Brass, Enamel, Bronze
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Bowls
Murano Glass, Art Glass
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Bronze
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art
Stone
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Wood, Burl
20th Century Italian Modern Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Burl
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Leather
20th Century Honduran Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Wood
Antique 19th Century Victorian Desks
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Uranium Glass, Glass
Vintage 1920s British Edwardian Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Iron
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes
Onyx, Marble
Antique 1890s English Decorative Boxes
Brass
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Antique 1880s Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Oak
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Sterling Silver
Antique 1870s English Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Brass
Vintage 1980s French Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Amboyna
Antique 19th Century American Other Models and Miniatures
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Onyx, Ormolu
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century German Late Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Enamel, Silver
Antique 1870s English Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 1870s French Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Ormolu
Vintage 1950s Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Wood
Antique 1870s English Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Brass
Antique 1880s English Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Oak
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Walnut
Vintage 1980s Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Marble
Early 20th Century Italian Boxes
Stone
Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Ashtrays
Marble
Finding the Right boxes for You
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.
- What is a cigarette box called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A cigarette box is called a cigarette case. Its purpose is to keep cigarettes readily accessible while protecting them from moisture and breakage. Today, people also use cigarette cases to store personal belongings like keys, credit cards and business cards. Shop a collection of vintage cigarette cases on 1stDibs.
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