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Decorative Boxes For Sale
Japanese Carved Bone Floral Birds Inro, signed early 20th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Nicely carved Inro with birds and flowers. Quality craftsmanship. Hand-carved pierced sides and top. Opens into two pieces, held together with a rust-red silk string, with carved bon...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

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Bone

Antoinette Faragallah LARGE Palm Springs Pottery two piece lidded Box
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Antoinette Faragallah LARGE Palm Springs Pottery two piece lidded Box. This artist takes her inspiration from the sea world, and she particularly likes to work with clays that have a...
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Early 2000s American Decorative Boxes

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Pottery

Pair Lapis Lazuli Boxes Golden Shower
Located in Somis, CA
A pair of fine lapis lazuli boxes sourced from the depths of Afghanistan, each exuding an aura of regal splendor with saturated royal blue hue. The beautiful natural inclusions of go...
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2010s Afghan Decorative Boxes

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Lapis Lazuli

19th Century American Grain Painted Lidded Box
Located in High Point, NC
19th century American lidded box. The box is circular and is grain painted to look like burl wood. The box is banded with wrapped wooden straps, hand painted in god to have the loo...
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19th Century American American Colonial Antique Decorative Boxes

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Pine

Sand Marble Rectangular Tissue Box
Located in PRAHA 8, CZ
Crafted entirely by hand, this marble tissue box cover is a fusion of form and function, seamlessly blending into any space while adding sophistication and elegance. Clean, minimalis...
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2010s European Decorative Boxes

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Marble

19th Century French Wooden Box
Located in High Point, NC
Discover the charm and utility of this exquisite 19th-century French wooden box, a treasure trove of craftsmanship and history. Perfectly sized for both display and functional use, t...
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19th Century French Antique Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Japanese Carved Bone A Bamboo-Form Snuff Bottle
Located in Norton, MA
Presenting an astonishing Japanese Antique Carved Bone bamboo-form snuff bottle, museum quality. Dimension: 2.5" H x 1 " Dia. Condition: Excellent Condition
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Early 20th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

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Bone

Japanese Carved Netsuke Polychrome Decorated Figure, Signed, Meiji Period
Located in Norton, MA
Netsuke Japanese Hand-Carved Polychrome Decorated Figure, Signed on the bottom from the Meiji period. A truly hand-carved ivory figure, A man is lifting a weight. It looks like he ...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Decorative Boxes

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Ivory, Paint

French Art Deco Enamel and Gilt Box by Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Art Deco style enamel and gilt metal box made by French Jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels circa 1930s. The box was most likely used for cigarette (and small bills) and it has an elegant ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Metal

Vintage Cobalt Blue Glass Crystal Mail Organizer with Etched SunBurst
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A vintage bold cobalt blue glass mail organizer with an etched sunburst design is both elegant and functional. The bright deep blue hue adds sophistication, while the sunburst design...
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1970s Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Glass

1918 René Lalique, Box Un Jour Viendra Frosted Glass with Sepia Patina for Arys
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Box "Un Jour Viendra" made in frosted glass with sepia patina by René Lalique in 1918 for Arys. Molded signature. Perfect condition. height: 4 cm diameter: 8.5 cm Félix Marcilhac,...
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1910s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Blown Glass

Golden Bunny Bum Money Bank
Located in Greenwich, CT
Porcelain gold money bank in the shape of a bunny. Measurements: 7” H x 6” W x 8” L.  
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2010s Dutch Decorative Boxes

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Porcelain

Antique Pair of Japanese Carved Netsukes "Dragon Turtles", Meiji Period
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Pair of Japanese Carved Netsukes "Dragon Turtles", depicting two turtles with turtle bodies but dragon heads. This item is 1.35" wide x 1.75" deep x 1" high in dimension, fr...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Decorative Boxes

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Ivory, Paint

White-glazed Circular Box and Cover, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Era, Circa 1690
Located in seoul, KR
White glazed box from the Qing dynasty Vung Tau cargo. An identical piece is included on page 459 of the Vung Tau catalog titled 'Christies Amsterdam 19...
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1690s Chinese Qing Antique Decorative Boxes

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Ceramic, Porcelain

Rare 17th Century English Coffre Fort or Strong Box, circa 1690
Located in Milford, NH
A rare English coffre fort or strong box of princeswood (later known as kingwood) with brass strapping and side handles. The front opens to reveal one hidden drawer. The lock and key...
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1690s English Antique Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Japanese Carved Bone Woven Basket Inro, early 20th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Intricately carved inro in the form of a woven basket. Quality craftsmanship. Opens into two pieces, held together with a rust-red silk string. Made of natural bone material. Good co...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

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Bone

L’étoile a pleuré rose by Line Vautrin - Rare gilded bronze box
Located in Brussels, BE
L’étoile a pleuré rose by Line Vautrin. Rare gilded bronze box, with a convex lid adorned with a poem by Arthur Rimbaud (1854-1891). This poem is taken from “Poésies” (1870-1871). De...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Bronze

Swedish Limestone Butter Box dated 1859
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Butter Box dated 1859 Made out of Öland limestone, inscripted with the date 1859 and has beautiful ornate decorations. Heigth: 7.5 cm/2.9 inch Depth: 14.5 cm/5.7 inch Widht...
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1850s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Decorative Boxes

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Limestone

Handmade "Marblelous" Black Marquina Marble Jar
Located in PRAHA 8, CZ
The Marblelous Jar is a handcrafted marble container inspired by traditional marmalade jars. Featuring a chromed latch for added contemporary flair, it is both beautiful to use and a...
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2010s European Decorative Boxes

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Marble

Handmade "Marblelous" Green Marble Jar
Located in PRAHA 8, CZ
The Marblelous Jar is a handcrafted marble container inspired by traditional marmalade jars. Featuring a chromed latch for added contemporary flair, it is both beautiful to use and a...
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2010s European Decorative Boxes

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Marble

Swedish Limestone Butter Box ca 1850
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Butter Box ca 1850 The base part is made of grey Öland limestone and the lid is made of red Öland limestone. Heigth: 10 cm/3.9 inch Depth: 11.5 cm/4.5 inch Widht: 15 cm/5.9...
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Mid-19th Century European Scandinavian Modern Antique Decorative Boxes

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Limestone

Paul Sormani Marquetry Token Box, 19th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Paul Sormani marquetry token box, 19th century. Precious wood and bone marquetry token box, Napoleon III period, 19th century. H: 10cm, W: 36cm, D: 26cm
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Boxes

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Bone, Wood

Bohemian Cut Crystal Box, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Bohemian cut crystal box, 19th century, Napoleon III period. Bohemian cut crystal box, brass mounting, late 19th century, Napoleon III period. H: 15cm, W: 19cm, D: 11cm
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Boxes

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Crystal, Brass

1920 René Lalique Box Papillons Glass With Sepia Patina and Wood Butterflies
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Box "Papillons" (Butterflies) made by René Lalique in 1920. Wooden frame topped with a blue patina frosted glass panel. Engraved signature on panel. Perfect condition. Very rare mod...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Glass, Art Glass, Wood

Black & Gold Marble Container Set
Located in PRAHA 8, CZ
This handcrafted decorative container set includes two cylindrical containers with removable lids, each featuring a polished black surface with unique white-gold veins. Perfect for s...
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2010s European Decorative Boxes

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Marble

Gustave Tiffoche Hand Built Ceramic Box, La Bourne, France, 1960, signed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wonderful example of Brutalist Organic Modern Sculpture
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1960s French Brutalist Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Ceramic

Japanese Carved Netsuke A Goose Biting a Fish-Signed by Tomotada, Edo
Located in Norton, MA
Netsuke Japanese Hand-Carved Mixed Material Figure, A Goose Biting a Fish-Signed by Tomotada from the Edo period. Ric.NA007 This item is 2" wide x 1" deep x 0.75" high in dimension,...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Decorative Boxes

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Ivory, Paint

Italian Mid Century Modern Box by Tommaso Barbi in glazed ceramic in faux onyx
Located in Roma, IT
Splendid vintage box made in Italy during the 70s signed, as readable on the sticker, by the Italian designer of luxury and opulence Tommaso Barbi. This vintage box is large, 28cm l...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Oversized Tunbridge Ware Writing Slope
Located in Northampton, GB
View of Bayham Abbey with Writing Implements From our Tunbridge Ware collection, we are delighted to offer this unusual and large-sized Tunbridge Ware Writing Slope, in the manner ...
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Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Decorative Boxes

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Velvet, Wood

French 19th Century Large Jewelry Casket After Clodion
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large Napoleon III Jewelry Casket In chiseled and silvered bronze, decorated with putti scenes in the style of Claude Michel dit Clodion (...
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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Boxes

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Bronze

Michael Elkan Hinged box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large Burled wood box by Michael Elkan Nice size with 3 separate sections Original Artist Tag included
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1980s American Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Wood

French Blue Enamel Napkin Box
Located in Dallas, TX
A French blue enamel napkin box with red Moroccan leather and carved steel silver mounts. The leather pushes in with a spring mounted red leather lid, very rare. Circa 1870.
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1870s French Antique Decorative Boxes

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Steel, Enamel

20th Century Gabriella Crespi Decorative Box in Brass and Plexiglass '70s
Located in Turin, Turin
Born in 1922, Gabriella Crespi studies architecture at the Politecnico in Milan, where her work is permeated by her perspective on Le Corbusier’s and Frank Lloyd Wright’s design expe...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Art Deco Table Box Covered in Green Shagreen & Marked "London Made"
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco shagreen covered trinket or cigarette box with hinged lid and of rectangular form, stained green with white corners and stamped "London Made" on the bottom.
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Boxes

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Shagreen, Wood

Japanese Carved Netsuke Humanoid Dragon-Signed by Yamada Hojitsu (1825–1872)
Located in Norton, MA
Japanese Carved Netsuke Humanoid Dragon-Signed by Yamada Hojitsu (1825–1872), Ric.NA001 This item is 1.5" wide x 0.75" deep x 2" high in dimension, from the late 19th century, and h...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Decorative Boxes

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Ivory, Paint

Sterling Silver Vinaigrette on Chain With Floral Grille
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful hand made Sterling Vinaigrette on delicate chain - opens to a fine, hand made Flower grille. For todays purposes, could be used as a ...
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20th Century European Victorian Decorative Boxes

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Sterling Silver

Mid Century Modern Cobalt Blue Fused Glass Teak Trinket Box by Robert Brown
By Robert Brown
Located in Troy, MI
Striking glass lidded trinket or jewelry box by Robert W Brown circa 1960s Teak construction with cobalt blue sculptural fused glass inset top 8" wide 4" deep 2" height
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Art Glass, Teak

Futurist ceramic box, Germany 1930s
Located in Firenze, IT
Futurist ceramic box Germany 1930s 9 H - 9 x 9 cm Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use
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1930s Italian Futurist Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Ceramic

Decorative Box for Cigarettes in olive wood brown color France circa 1950
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Box in olive wood, Rectangular form. We have 3 compartments for 5 Cigarettes each, which makes it very original and rare. There are noon so far, the day I put this announcement on th...
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1950s French Brutalist Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Olive

19th Century Folk Art Wood Black Painted Box
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Folk Art Wood Black Painted Box, Mid to late 19th Century. Charming handcrafted black painted box with unbeatable patina. The interior features off white paint and there is a bras...
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Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Carved Wood Leaf Divided Serving Dish Bowl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Mid-century carved wood Leaf-shaped divided serving dish bowl. Its intricate leaf design exudes classic elegance. Perfect for use or display, this timeless piece adds modern...
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1960s Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Hardwood

1940s Mark Cross Luxurious Vintage Wood Box Italy
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents 1940s Mark Cross Italian Wood Yellow Box 2.25 h x 8 w x 6 d Preowned original vintage unrestored condition Refer to all images. Stamp present. Made in Italy
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Kiyomi Iwata Silver fungus Box
By Iwata Glass
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Kiyomi Iwata is a Japanese-American Textile Artist known for her Sculptural use of materials examples of her work can be found in a number of Museums including the Smithsonian.
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1990s Japanese Decorative Boxes

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Silk

Midcentury box designed by Gabriella Crespi, Italy
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Box designed by Gabriella Crespi Wooden and golden brass box by Gabriella Crespi. Recorded by Archivio Gabriella Crespi, Milan. Signed. Italy 1970s
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Midcentury Mosaic and Wood Lidded Box
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool midcentury mosaic and wood lidded box, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with some wear and patina. #1444.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Glass

Antique Japanese Carved Okimono Happy Buddha, Meiji Period
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Japanese Carved Okimono Mixed Material Figure "Happy Buddha on Stand", Meiji Period This item is 2" wide x1.5" deep x 5" high in dimension, the wood stand measures 3" W x 2...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Decorative Boxes

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Ivory, Paint

1913 Huntley & Palmers Japanese Screen Form Biscuit Tin Box
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1913 Huntley & Palmers Japanese screen form biscuit tin box. Aesthetic Movement design 4-panel screen complete with faux leather trim - each panel well decorated. Regd No. 611071. St...
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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Decorative Boxes

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Tin

White Marble Rectangular Tissue Box
Located in PRAHA 8, CZ
Crafted entirely by hand, this marble tissue box cover is a fusion of form and function, seamlessly blending into any space while adding sophistication and elegance. Clean, minimalis...
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2010s European Decorative Boxes

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Marble

Coral Marble Rectangular Tissue Box
Located in PRAHA 8, CZ
Crafted entirely by hand, this marble tissue box cover is a fusion of form and function, seamlessly blending into any space while adding sophistication and elegance. Clean, minimalis...
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2010s European Decorative Boxes

Materials

Marble

Pink Marble Rectangular Tissue Box
Located in PRAHA 8, CZ
Crafted entirely by hand, this marble tissue box cover is a fusion of form and function, seamlessly blending into any space while adding sophistication and elegance. Clean, minimalis...
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2010s European Decorative Boxes

Materials

Marble

Forest Green Marble Rectangular Tissue Box
Located in PRAHA 8, CZ
Crafted entirely by hand, this marble tissue box cover is a fusion of form and function, seamlessly blending into any space while adding sophistication and elegance. Clean, minimalis...
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2010s European Decorative Boxes

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Marble

Vintage Lacquered Cork Trinket Box in the Style of Paul Frankl
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool vintage lacquered cork trinket box in the style of Paul Frankl, circa 1960s. The box is well crafted with a removable lid and measures 7" W x 4.25" D x 1.75" H. #1079.
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Cork

Black Marble Rectangular Tissue Box
Located in PRAHA 8, CZ
Crafted entirely by hand, this marble tissue box cover is a fusion of form and function, seamlessly blending into any space while adding sophistication and elegance. Clean, minimalis...
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2010s European Decorative Boxes

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Marble

1904 Huntley & Palmers Faux Boulle Biscuit Tin Box
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1904 Huntley & Palmers faux boulle biscuit tin box. Recessed handle & working latch. When open, note the original brilliant colors and "gilding". Example in the Reading Museum. Sligh...
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Early 20th Century English Decorative Boxes

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Tin

Hermes & Pierre Dubourg , Dressing Box
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Aluminium and wood grooming box designed by Pierre Dubourg: Lightweight, hard-wearing and padlockable - Removable compartments on two levels - Oak wood ...
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Mid-20th Century Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Antique 20th Century German Solid Silver "The Triumph Of Napoleon" Casket c.1900
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early 20th Century German solid silver casket, decorated with scenes known as 'The Triumph of Napoleon'. This rectangular sarcophagus-shaped piece features intricate scenes o...
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Early 1900s German Other Antique Decorative Boxes

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Silver

Black & Gold Marble Rectangular Tissue Box
Located in PRAHA 8, CZ
Crafted entirely by hand, this marble tissue box cover is a fusion of form and function, seamlessly blending into any space while adding sophistication and elegance. Clean, minimalis...
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2010s European Decorative Boxes

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Marble

Vintage Mid Century Modern Solid Black Walnut Ice Box by Custom Kraft.
Located in Seattle, WA
Circa 1960s. Solid Walnut lid and casing, as stated on the markers mark on the bottom. Contrasting wood grains cover the sides. Turned wood Handle. Vintage condition consistent with ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Boxes

Antique, vintage and new decorative boxes will safely store items while adding a splash of color or texture to a corner in any room. They have had a range of purposes over the years — from trinkets to serving as useful receptacles, such as snuff boxes, jewelry boxes and more. Boxes have also been designed in a range of forms and styles.

Box making is a craft dating back thousands of years. Early boxes as decorative objects were regularly designed and decorated both inside and out, ranging from minimal looks to more flashy styles. Decorative boxes have been constructed from different materials, with wood and metal being the most common. Wood is widely available and versatile, with woodworkers able to carve complex designs or showcase its natural grain.

Some antique jewelry boxes were made with tortoiseshell, mother-of-pearl, ivory and even porcupine quills, such as those created by the Anishinabe in Canada and the United States. In Sri Lanka, well-crafted boxes were inlaid with porcupine quills and ivory discs between ebony bands. Chinese sewing boxes and tea boxes made of black lacquer were popular in Europe during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. These often featured gold-painted designs or landscape scenes. Silk, paper and velvet frequently enhanced these boxes’ interiors.

Any style of decorative box can be a nice tabletop or desktop decor, whether to hold candy or tea in the living room or paper, pencils and other business supplies in the office. They can also act as jewelry boxes. Sewing boxes can be a lovely touch to any space while storing magazines or other trinkets.

You can find metal, wood and silver antique boxes on 1stDibs. The collection includes mid-century modern, Victorian and Art Deco styles that can add elegance to any home.

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