Faux Malachite Box
20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Leather, Faux Leather, Paint
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1980s Philippine Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Malachite
20th Century Italian Grand Tour Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s American Decorative Boxes
Paint, Paper, Ribbon
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Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Decorative Boxes
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2010s Mexican Vases
Travertine, Marble
Vintage 1980s Turkish Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Driftwood, Boxwood, Papercord
20th Century Minimalist Jewelry Boxes
Wood, Burl
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Paper
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Night Stands
Sterling Silver
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes
Jade, Brass
20th Century Thai Louis XIV Decorative Boxes
Stone, Malachite
Vintage 1970s American Modern Decorative Bowls
Malachite, Brass
20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Art
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Unknown Paintings
Paint
Antique Late 19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Metal
Late 20th Century Regency Urns
Porcelain
Antique 1780s Maps
Paper
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1950s Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Late 20th Century American Decorative Boxes
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Indian Decorative Boxes
Malachite, Metal
20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Laminate, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Decorative Boxes
Paper, Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver
Silver
20th Century American American Classical Games
Metal
Vintage 1950s Porcelain
1990s Decorative Boxes
Resin
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1970s American Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century Regency Decorative Boxes
Tôle
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Malachite
Vintage 1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Jewelry Boxes
Hardwood
Antique 1870s English Jewelry Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1980s Philippine Decorative Boxes
Vintage 1970s Italian Boxes
Wood, Paper, Felt
20th Century American Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1980s Philippine Decorative Boxes
20th Century French Empire Revival Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
Vintage 1970s American Decorative Boxes
Vintage 1980s American Decorative Boxes
Vintage 1970s American Decorative Boxes
Vintage 1970s Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Antique 19th Century Decorative Boxes
Malachite, Ormolu
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
20th Century Ceramics
Ceramic
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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.
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