Boxes
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Boxes
Silver
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s French Country Antique Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Vintage Boxes
Shagreen
1890s French Country Antique Boxes
Ceramic
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
2010s Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary American Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Swedish Empire Revival Boxes
Ormolu
19th Century Chinese Antique Boxes
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
2010s Philippine Organic Modern Boxes
Brass
1880s British Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Boxes
Gold Leaf
20th Century Afghan Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Marble
1950s Italian Vintage Boxes
Marble
Early 20th Century American Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Agate, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Brass
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Suede, Wood, Lacquer
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
19th Century Italian Other Antique Boxes
Gold, Bronze
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
19th Century English Antique Boxes
Satinwood
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Oak
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
1990s Japanese Modern Boxes
Silver
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Alabaster, Marble
Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Boxes
Pine
2010s French Boxes
Porcelain
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble
1990s Arts and Crafts Boxes
Cedar
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Machine Age Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver, Brass
Early 20th Century Swiss Boxes
Wood
1890s Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Cedar
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Glass, Mirror
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Marble
1980s American Vintage Boxes
Glass
Early 1900s Austrian Edwardian Antique Boxes
Terracotta
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1920s German Bauhaus Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1890s German Antique Boxes
Metal, Copper
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1880s Philippine Tribal Antique Boxes
Silver, Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Pine
1970s Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Brass
1940s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Boxes
Leather
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Walnut
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.