Boxes
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Art Glass, Walnut
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Boxes
Mirror
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Boxes
Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood, Harewood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood, Macassar
Late 17th Century European Louis XIV Antique Boxes
Brass
1930s Danish Vintage Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Russian Belle Époque Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Iron
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Walnut
Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes
Bone
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
Mid-20th Century Japanese Boxes
Brass
1960s British Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1920s English Vintage Boxes
1960s Folk Art Vintage Boxes
Pine
Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes
Coral, Gold
20th Century Boxes
Wood
1950s Italian Empire Revival Vintage Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Boxes
Hardwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1890s English Antique Boxes
Velvet, Wood
1880s English Antique Boxes
Wood, Paint
Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Boxes
Alabaster, Brass
20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble
Late 19th Century French Romantic Antique Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century British Neoclassical Boxes
Ceramic
19th Century French Provincial Antique Boxes
Wood, Burl
1970s Swedish Vintage Boxes
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
19th Century English Other Antique Boxes
Brass, Zinc
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Bronze
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Shagreen
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinoiserie Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes
Bone
1970s Swedish Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century Austrian Victorian Antique Boxes
Alabaster, Metal, Ormolu
1880s Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
1840s Swiss Victorian Antique Boxes
Bronze, Iron, Cut Steel, Steel
1790s English George III Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1880s Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1850s Scottish Victorian Antique Boxes
Gold, Sterling Silver
19th Century English Antique Boxes
Glass, Wood
1880s Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
Early 20th Century North American Industrial Boxes
Brass
19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century Russian Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes
Rock Crystal, Iron
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Onyx, Metal
1860s English Victorian Antique 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.