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1880s Asian Carved Wood Box with Drawers
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1880s Asian carved wood box with drawers.
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Antique 1880s Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

California Chocolate Hand Carved Wood Box with Grizzly Bear on Top
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Quinby California chocolate hand-carved wood box with grizzly bear on top c1910. 18" by 5 1/2" by
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Early 20th Century American Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine

Fine Carved Wood Box with Morning Glories
By Maison de l'Art Nouveau
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This box is a real treasure! Completely had carved from walnut the detail in the flowers and leaves
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes

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Walnut

Art Deco Orientalist Africanist Hand-Carved Wood Box, 1930s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Africanist influence design boasts Macassar wood hand-carved faces on the lid. The rectangular shape is
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Macassar

Mid-Century Small Hand Carved Wood Box, 1950's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of wood, Veneer Good original condition.   
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Vintage Handcrafted and Carved Wood Box House Motif, Trinket Box, Keepsake Box
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage handmade beautifully carved wooden trinket box, jewelry box or keepsake box. Depicting a
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Mid-20th Century Peruvian Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Walnut

Vintage Handcrafted and Carved Wood Box Leaf Motif, Jewelry Box, Keepsake Box
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage handmade beautifully carved wooden box, jewelry box or keepsake box. The Inside has 2
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Walnut

Anglo Raj Hand-Carved Decorative Jewelry Box
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand-carved Anglo Raj early 20th century carved wood box richly decorated overall with arabesques
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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes

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Sandalwood

German, Dutch Hand Carved Wood Chest Box or Trunk w. Iron Mounts, 18th Century
Located in Gardena, CA
German - Dutch Hand Carved Wood Chest Box or Trunk w. Iron Mounts, 18th Century 18th century
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Antique 18th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Villagers Trinket Box
Located in Countryside, IL
Carved wood villagers trinket box This box measures: 21 wide x 11 deep x 10 inches high This
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2010s American Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Villagers Trinket Box
Carved Wood Villagers Trinket Box
H 10 in W 21 in D 11 in
Chinese Carved Root Wood Box
Located in New York, NY
The circular box and conforming cover carved in realistic detail, with grainy texture and
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Paper

Chinese Carved Root Wood Box
Chinese Carved Root Wood Box
H 3 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
Organic Modern Reclaimed Wood Carved Box
Located in Norwalk, CT
This intricately hand carved box is made from reclaimed wood. It's a beautifully textured accent
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Italian Wood Carved Casket Box
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century Italian wooden carved casket box in the baroque style. Features gothic faces and lions
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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Italian Wood Carved Casket Box
Italian Wood Carved Casket Box
H 6.5 in W 9.75 in D 13.25 in
Black Organic Modern Reclaimed Wood Carved Box
Located in Norwalk, CT
This intricately hand carved black-stained box is made from reclaimed wood. It's a beautifully
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Surrealist Style Carved Wood Decorative Box
By Salvador Dalí­, (after) Salvador Dali
Located in Houston, TX
Surrealist Style Carved Wood Decorative Box. This lovely decorative box is hand carved and quite
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood

 Surrealist Style Carved Wood Decorative Box
 Surrealist Style Carved Wood Decorative Box
H 10.75 in W 6.38 in D 4.75 in
Hand Carved Log / Wood Trinket Box
Located in San Diego, CA
An unusual hand carved log / wood trinket box, circa 1980s. The box has a removable drawer and is
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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Large Carved Wood & Hand Painted Porcelain Bottle Box
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a heavy large wood box decorated with hand painted porcelain plaques in the front and both
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Decorative Boxes

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Wood

1880s Oversized Victorian Carved Wood Jewelry Box
Located in Tarrytown, NY
This 1880s Oversized Victorian Carved Wood Jewelry Box is quite unique in that it stands on thin
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Jewelry Boxes

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Wood, Walnut

Wood Box
By Alexandre Noll
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Incredible wood box.   
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Vintage 1940s French Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Wood Box
Wood Box
H 2.76 in W 7.09 in D 8.67 in
Late 18th C. English Carved Wood Document Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
trim the edges and lower section of the box, which is raised on volute-carved front feet and bracket
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Antique 18th Century English Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Macassar Wood Hand-Carved Horse Head Tall Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
This extra tall decorative lidded box has an incredible hand-carved horse head on the top. The
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Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Macassar

Hand Carved Hinged Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A simple hinged wooden box with carving. The box would be ideal for 420, notes, recipes, or on the
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20th Century Asian Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Hand Carved Hinged Box
Hand Carved Hinged Box
H 1.75 in W 5.75 in D 4 in
Black Wood Box hand painted with a gold gilt and carved
Located in Jupiter, FL
This is a very unique black wooden box with gold hand painted gilt. The wood is thick in the
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20th Century Unknown Rococo Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Indian Mughal Floral Design Hand Carved Solid Teak Wood Box
Located in New York, NY
Indian intricately hand carved Mughal floral design solid teak wood jewelry box with hinged top, c
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Late 20th Century Indian Agra Decorative Boxes

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Teak

Original Antique Grape Vine Carved Black Forest Wood Music Box Needs Service
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this antique original circa 1880 Black Forest Wood music box
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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Intricate Carved French Fruit Wood Trunk, Perfume Box, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous example of a French fruitwood box carved beautifully carved into the form of a trunk
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Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Decorative Boxes

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Fruitwood

Midcentury Hand Carved Solid Ebony Wood Box France, 1950s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
French handcrafted solid ebony wood box made in the 1950s. Can be used as a jewellery box or as a
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Wood, Ebony

Antique Swiss Black Forest Dark Brown Carved Wood Glove Box, ca. 1900
Located in Barntrup, DE
Antique Black Forest dark brown carved wood glove box, ca. 1900 This elegant and beautiful Black
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes

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Metal

Midcentury Hand Carved Solid Ebony Wood Box, France, 1950s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
French handcrafted solid ebony wood box made in the 1950s. Can be used as a jewellery box or as a
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Wood, Ebony

Gilt Wood and Terracotta Hand Carved Italian Lidded Decorative Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful Italian Box with a Wooden Base and terracotta floral lid. The piece is not only
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20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes

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Gold Leaf

Asian Burmese Carved Wood Temple Offering Lidded Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Burmese bamboo temple offering lidded box, basket. This kind of wooden basket is used to transport
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Early 20th Century South Asian Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Bamboo

Carved Wood Chinese Box, with Landscape and Characters Decor Pattern, China 20th
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This box is in a brown color. It has been made in the 20th century, in China. It is hand carved
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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Dimensional Black Carved Bone Box
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted keepsake, desk box featuring hand carved diamond shaped black bone tiles, lined in wood
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes

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Bone, Wood

Continental Carved Wood Tramp Art Box, 1st quarter 20th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rectangular box adorned with panels of geometric carvings popular in the early 20th century and
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Vintage 1910s European Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Boxwood

Moroccan Dowry Box Inlaid with White Camel Bone Rectangular Carved Wood Trunk
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
rectangular shape Moroccan dowry box decorated with white and black bone inlay over wood. Exquisitely
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Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes

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Metal

1970s Don Shoemaker for Señal Carved Root Wood Box Mexico
By Don S. Shoemaker, Senal
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Free form lidded box designer Don Shoemaker Mexico Retains original label Señal Cocobolo root
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Cocobolo, Wood

Stunning Original Antique Hand Carved Black Forest Wood Jewellery Box
Located in GB
wood jewellery box A very good looking and well made piece, it is hand carved all over with birds
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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

19th Century Anglo-Indian Hand Carved Tropical Wood Box
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century Anglo-Indian hand carved tropical wood box.
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Antique Mid-18th Century Indian Decorative Boxes

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Fruitwood

Antique Tramp Art Box / Jewelry Box Carved Brass 1893 Chip Carved War Decoration
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous Tramp Art box / Jewelry box marked 1893 and decorated with brass. The box contains
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Antique 1890s American Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Decorative and Jewelry Box in Wood with Carved Elephants France 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This box is a jewelry box or a decorative box. It was made in the 1970s, in France. Its lid is made
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Vintage 1970s French Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Chinese Decorative or Jewelry Box, in Carved Wood, Trees and Birds Decor, China
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
It is a carved wooden box, brown and black. One part is hand carved, the other Painted lacquered
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Vintage 1930s Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Indian Carved Wood Humidor Box
Located in New York, NY
Indian antique carved wood humidor box with ornamental metal inlay.
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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Wood

Indian Carved Wood Humidor Box
Indian Carved Wood Humidor Box
H 4 in W 14.5 in D 8 in
Carved Foot Jewelry Box
Located in Richmond, VA
Rare, vintage hand-crafted wood jewelry box in the shape of a foot with three secret sliding
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Vintage 1980s Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Carved Foot Jewelry Box
Carved Foot Jewelry Box
H 6.5 in W 14 in D 4 in
Carved Wooden Trinket Box
Located in Bradenton, FL
A decoratively pyrographed trinket box inset with fine corrugated brass. The top is carved with
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Mid-20th Century Bohemian Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Carved Wooden Trinket Box
Carved Wooden Trinket Box
H 2.25 in W 8.75 in D 4.75 in
Burl Wood Box, Small
Located in New York, NY
A small burl wood round box with lid, circa late 20th century. A great piece to hold small jewelry
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Late 20th Century Decorative Boxes

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Burl

Burl Wood Box, Small
Burl Wood Box, Small
H 1.75 in Dm 2.75 in
19th Century French Carved Wooden Box
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French carved wooden box or small cabinet, perhaps for spices, with hinged door
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Antique Early 19th Century French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Carved Wooden Box
19th Century French Carved Wooden Box
H 13.5 in W 10.75 in D 6.25 in
19th Century Tramp Art Carved Box
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th century Tramp Art box with hinged top. Applied chip carvings including hearts and rosettes
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Antique 19th Century North American Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Paint

19th Century Tramp Art Carved Box
19th Century Tramp Art Carved Box
H 5.25 in W 13.5 in D 9.5 in
Italian Box in High Relief Carved Oak Wood 18th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian Box in High Relief Carved Oak Wood 18th Century on the top lid a lion's head in relief
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Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes

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Oak

Hand Carved Brown Rectangular Wood Eagle Puzzle Box with Hidden Key Compartment
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A large wooden hand-carved puzzle box with an eagle motif. This large box is created from wood and
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20th Century American Native American Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Patinated and Gilt Metal Treasure Chest Form Decanter Tantalus Box
Located in Gardena, CA
Carved wood patinated and gilt metal treasure chest form decanter tantalus box circa 1920. Wood
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20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Vintage Modern Studio Craft Carved Wood Artist Signed Puzzle Box in Walnut 1982
Located in Troy, MI
Signed vintage Studio Craft Walnut Puzzle Box Signed Bob Goldsmith puzzle box titled Rosie's
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Walnut

Mid 20th Century Anglo Indian Carved Wood Jewelry Box Kashmir India
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage hand carved wood jewelry trinket storage box with brass inlaid. Hand-carved large wooden
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

Colonial box in ebony wood
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
A Dutch colonial box from Batavia in the former Dutch East Indies. Hand-carved with floral motives
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Antique 1790s Indonesian Dutch Colonial Decorative Boxes

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Ebony

Colonial box in ebony wood
Colonial box in ebony wood
H 6.3 in W 8.27 in D 5.91 in
Andes Large Wood & Alpaca Silver Box
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
, boxes and picture frames is born. The mountain hiking trails, with seasonal changing colors and pine or
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2010s Argentine Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Andes Large Wood & Alpaca Silver Box
Andes Large Wood & Alpaca Silver Box
H 3.94 in W 13.39 in D 13.39 in
Andes Medium Wood & Alpaca Silver Box
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
, boxes and picture frames is born. The mountain hiking trails, with seasonal changing colors and pine or
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2010s Argentine Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Andes Medium Wood & Alpaca Silver Box
Andes Medium Wood & Alpaca Silver Box
H 3.94 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Rectangular Carved Wood Bird Motif Box with Hinged Lid and Batik Interior
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
on a coffee table or side table. This lovely box features a colorful phoenix (or peacock) carved at
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20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Paint

Early 20th Century Hand Carved Indian Box
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century hand carved Indian box We share what we love, and we love the detail of this
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Vintage 1920s Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

19C Anglo Indian Highly Carved Padouk Wood with Sadeli Mosaic Inlay Sewing Box
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A LOVELY 19C Anglo Indian Highly Carved Padouk Wood with Sadeli Mosaic Inlay Sewing Box
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes

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Bone, Padouk, Sandalwood

Chinese Carved White Jade Wood and Bronze Double Compartment Trinket Box
Located in Gardena, CA
Chinese carved white jade wood & bronze double compartment trinket box, circa 1900. Dual stacked
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Antique 19th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Jade

Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Box
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau wood oblong shaped box with etched floral design.  
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20th Century Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Box
Art Nouveau Carved Wooden Box
H 2.75 in W 11.75 in D 4.25 in
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Carved Wood Boxes For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of carved wood boxes for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique carved wood boxes was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. We have 330 antique and vintage carved wood boxes in-stock, while there are 6 modern editions to choose from as well. Carved wood boxes have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Carved wood boxes are generally popular furniture pieces, but Folk Art, Georgian and Mid-Century Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made carved wood boxes over the years, but those made by Agustina Bottoni, Asian Style and Erik Gustafson are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Carved Wood Boxes?

Carved wood boxes can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,168, while the lowest priced sells for $75 and the highest can go for as much as $19,866.

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.

Questions About Carved Wood Boxes
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many methods and types of wood carving, including chip, relief, Scandinavian flat-plane, lovespoon, whittling and florentine. Each type uses different tools and can create decorative carvings on both display pieces and furniture. Browse a wide range of carved wood pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Oak is the best wood for a jewelry box. This wood, if oiled and cared for, lasts for decades and the design of this kind of box stands out. Oak offers appealing textures as well as color. Hardwoods are often the best wood choices for boxes, with oak being the most preferred. Others are Walnut, Maple, Ash, Birch, Beech, Cherry, Tulipwood (Poplar) and Cedar. Find a collection of antique and vintage jewelry boxes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cigar boxes can be made of cardboard, paper and several kinds of wood. Spanish cedar is a popular choice for cigar boxes but mahogany, white oak and elm are also common. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique cigar boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.

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