India Jewelry Caskets
Antique 1890s Indian Jewelry Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century South Asian Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique 16th Century Indian Jewelry Boxes
Silver
Antique Early 1800s Indian Islamic Metalwork
Silver, Brass
2010s Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Agra Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Hardwood, Ebony, Sandalwood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Antique 18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Cabinets
Mother-of-Pearl, Teak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Chinese Export Table Lamps
Bronze
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Vintage 1930s Scottish Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century English Chippendale Tea Caddies
Brass
Vintage 1910s English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Canapes
Fabric, Giltwood
20th Century Persian Islamic Desk Sets
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Other
Early 20th Century Egyptian Jewelry Boxes
Silver, Copper
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Console Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s English Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century Tibetan Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Vases
Art Glass
Antique Early 1900s Italian Rococo Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century Philippine Tribal Metalwork
Silver, Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century French Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Philippine Tribal Metalwork
Silver, Brass
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese Cabinets
Lacquer
Antique 19th Century Asian Regency Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique 1840s English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
Antique 1880s English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Antique Early 19th Century Indian Edwardian Jewelry Boxes
Bronze, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Indian Edwardian Jewelry Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Indian British Colonial Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Sandalwood
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Bronze, Ormolu
Antique Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Ebony, Sandalwood
Antique 19th Century English Grand Tour Jewelry Boxes
Horn, Antler
Antique 1840s English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique 1870s English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
20th Century Indian Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique 1860s English Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 1870s English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Cut Glass, Wood
Antique 1860s English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
Antique 18th Century Indian Anglo Raj Jewelry Boxes
Antique 1880s English Gothic Revival Jewelry Boxes
Bronze
Antique 1870s Victorian Decorative Boxes
Ormolu
Antique 1840s English Gothic Revival Decorative Boxes
Malachite, Brass
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
20th Century Indian Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Bone
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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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