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Vintage Carved Wood Duck Box
Vintage Carved Wood Duck Box

Vintage Carved Wood Duck Box

Located in Fairfield, CA

A vintage wood box in the shape of a duck. An intricately carved design of a village decorates the exterior of the box. Measures 9"W x 4.5"D x 6.5"H

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Late 20th Century Boxes

Materials

Wood

Japanese Lacquered Box with Bird Decoration, Japan, 19th Century
Japanese Lacquered Box with Bird Decoration, Japan, 19th Century

Japanese Lacquered Box with Bird Decoration, Japan, 19th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

An elegant rectangular lacquered wood box, featuring a delicate hand-painted design on the lid depicting two cranes in flight amidst flowers and foliage. Crafted using traditional Japanese techniques, it boasts a beautiful original patina that attests to its age and authenticity. Equipped with a front lock (key not included), this box could have been used to store precious documents, jewelry, writing accessories, or personal items. Its refined decoration and timeless charm make it a wonderful collector's item and decorative piece. An antique piece full of character, ideal for enthusiasts of Japanese art and Asian objects. Style : Japanese Asian Art Meiji Traditional Lacquer 19th Century Key Features : Lacquered wood Hand-painted decoration Crane and flower motif Original lock (key missing) Beautiful antique patina Japanese craftsmanship 19th Century Decorative and collector's item Storage for jewelry or small objects Keywords : japanese lacquer box, antique japanese box, meiji lacquer box...

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19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Boxes

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Casket by Niels Dam Ravn, 1930s, Denmark
Art Nouveau Casket by Niels Dam Ravn, 1930s, Denmark

Art Nouveau Casket by Niels Dam Ravn, 1930s, Denmark

By N. Dam Ravn

Located in Værløse, DK

Art Nouveau bronze casket designed by Niels Dam Ravn and produced by Nordisk Malm in the 1930s. * Curvilinear bronze casket with deer motifs and a fitted wooden interior box * Desig...

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1930s European Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Empire Revival Style Box, Tiger Burl-Esque Lion Heads, Late 20th C
Neoclassical Empire Revival Style Box, Tiger Burl-Esque Lion Heads, Late 20th C

Neoclassical Empire Revival Style Box, Tiger Burl-Esque Lion Heads, Late 20th C

Located in New York, NY

A tiger‑burl‑esque jewelry or decorative box in the Neoclassical Empire Revival style, circa late 20th century. The box is finished in a textured faux‑burl veneer with tiger‑stripe p...

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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Boxes

Materials

Brass

Italian Amber Art Glass Casket Box with Brass Mounts
Italian Amber Art Glass Casket Box with Brass Mounts

Italian Amber Art Glass Casket Box with Brass Mounts

Located in Land O' Lakes, FL

A striking mid century amber art glass casket box featuring richly colored translucent amber glass with distinctive oval lens panels on each side that beautifully capture and refract...

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1950s Italian Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Wooden Box, France, 1970s
Wooden Box, France, 1970s

Wooden Box, France, 1970s

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Decorative carved wooden box, France, 1970s. An elegant wooden box crafted in a traditional style with a striking faceted geometric design. Its domed lid is topped with a conical ha...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Wood

1980s Christian Dior Style Silver Plated Shell Jewelry Box
1980s Christian Dior Style Silver Plated Shell Jewelry Box

1980s Christian Dior Style Silver Plated Shell Jewelry Box

By Christian Dior

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Beautiful jewelry box designed in Italy in the 1980s. Silver plated box depicting a shell symbol of love and beauty since antiquity. Superb design object that will decorate your inte...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Brass Stripe Inlay Blue Bone Box
Brass Stripe Inlay Blue Bone Box

Brass Stripe Inlay Blue Bone Box

Located in New York, NY

Handmade keepsake box comprised of dyed blue bone segments inlaid with brass stripe details. A great addition to any coffee table or desk.

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass

Maison Longchamp Stitched Cognac Leather Box, France circa 1940
Maison Longchamp Stitched Cognac Leather Box, France circa 1940

Maison Longchamp Stitched Cognac Leather Box, France circa 1940

By Longchamp, Maison Longchamp

Located in Atlanta, GA

Maison Longchamp, Paris, designed this stunning modernist leather lidded box. The piece was expertly crafted in France circa 1940. The natural light-cognac fine-grain leather has a t...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Jewelry Trinket Box with Porcelain Dog Blue and White, Mid-20th Century
Jewelry Trinket Box with Porcelain Dog Blue and White, Mid-20th Century

Jewelry Trinket Box with Porcelain Dog Blue and White, Mid-20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A rich dark brown teak trinket or jewelry box with a blue‑and‑white porcelain dog finial, circa mid‑20th century. A round dark brown wooden box with blue and white porcelain dog fini...

Category

Mid-20th Century Boxes

Materials

Porcelain, Teak

Pewter Casket by Just Andersen, 1950s, Denmark
Pewter Casket by Just Andersen, 1950s, Denmark

Pewter Casket by Just Andersen, 1950s, Denmark

By Just Andersen

Located in Værløse, DK

Minimalist pewter box made by Just Andersen in the 1950s. * Lidded pewter box with a fitted wooden interior. Originally designed as a cigarette box. * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * ...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Pewter

Small Antique Walnut Box With Marbleized Paper Interior. English C.1870
Small Antique Walnut Box With Marbleized Paper Interior. English C.1870

Small Antique Walnut Box With Marbleized Paper Interior. English C.1870

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Lovely walnut box Wonderful figure in the wood particularly on the front Marbleized paper interior I particularly like the use brass screws for decoration on the top Free UK ship...

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1870s British Victorian Antique Boxes

Materials

Walnut

Italian Leather Jewelry Box
Italian Leather Jewelry Box

Italian Leather Jewelry Box

Located in New York, NY

An Italian dark‑green leather jewelry box with gold embossing, tan suede interior, and three removeable trays, plus base storage, circa late-20th century, Italy. Crafted in deep hunt...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass

Italian 1960s Fish Mosaic Trinket Box in Ceramic and brass
Italian 1960s Fish Mosaic Trinket Box in Ceramic and brass

Italian 1960s Fish Mosaic Trinket Box in Ceramic and brass

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Mid-Century Modern brass box with vibrant fish mosaic ceramic tiles top, Italy 1960s. This stunning vintage rectangular box is crafted from brass with a striking hand-crafted tile to...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Italian Leather Jewelry Box, Mid-20th Century, Italy
Italian Leather Jewelry Box, Mid-20th Century, Italy

Italian Leather Jewelry Box, Mid-20th Century, Italy

Located in New York, NY

An Italian brown/light‑brown leather box with gold detail, Mid‑Century Modern design, circa mid‑20th century, Italy. A cognac brown leather box with hand-applied gold gilt tooling em...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Leather

18th Century Original Blue Painted Swedish Wood Box
18th Century Original Blue Painted Swedish Wood Box

18th Century Original Blue Painted Swedish Wood Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A Swedish original painted blue pine wood box from the countryside of Sweden. Based on the flower decoration style, probably from Centre-North Sweden. The Rococo-period in the Folk A...

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Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes

Materials

Iron

Mother of Pearl Abalone Seashell Jewelry Box, Moorish Design Style, ca. 20th C
Mother of Pearl Abalone Seashell Jewelry Box, Moorish Design Style, ca. 20th C

Mother of Pearl Abalone Seashell Jewelry Box, Moorish Design Style, ca. 20th C

Located in New York, NY

A beautifully crafted hexagonal jewelry box inlaid with luminous mother‑of‑pearl and abalone seashell, executed in the Moorish design style, circa mid‑20th century. The lid centers a...

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Mid-20th Century Moorish Boxes

Materials

Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl

Mid-Century Italian Green Onyx Marble & Brass Jewelry Box, 1960s
Mid-Century Italian Green Onyx Marble & Brass Jewelry Box, 1960s

Mid-Century Italian Green Onyx Marble & Brass Jewelry Box, 1960s

Located in Toronto, CA

A beautifully handcrafted mid-century Italian jewelry box carved from richly banded green onyx and accented with elegant brass trim and decorative brass feet. Dating to the 1960s, th...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Onyx

1960's Italian Rosa Pink Marble Jewelry Trinket Box
1960's Italian Rosa Pink Marble Jewelry Trinket Box

1960's Italian Rosa Pink Marble Jewelry Trinket Box

Located in New York, NY

Hand carved and polished pink Italian marble jewelery box, with lid, made in Italy, c. 1960's. May be used in many ways, as cigarette box, trinket box and as many uses that one needs...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Marble

Abalone shell & alpaca silver turtle box, Mexico, 1970's
Abalone shell & alpaca silver turtle box, Mexico, 1970's

Abalone shell & alpaca silver turtle box, Mexico, 1970's

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb turtle-shaped jewelry box designed and produced in Mexico during the 1970's. This artisanal set with abalone mother-of-pearl and alpaca, is a true work of art. More than a box...

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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau Casket by Niels Dam Ravn, 1930s, Denmark
Art Nouveau Casket by Niels Dam Ravn, 1930s, Denmark

Art Nouveau Casket by Niels Dam Ravn, 1930s, Denmark

By N. Dam Ravn

Located in Værløse, DK

Art Nouveau brass casket designed by Niels Dam Ravn in the 1930s. * Curvilinear bronze casket with floral motifs and fitted wooden interior box * Designer: Niels Dam Ravn * Manufact...

Category

1930s European Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Vietnamese Lacquer Box, Vietnam, 20th Century
Vietnamese Lacquer Box, Vietnam, 20th Century

Vietnamese Lacquer Box, Vietnam, 20th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Elegant rectangular Vietnamese lacquer box finished in deep black lacquer and decorated with a hand-painted scene of goldfish swimming among aquatic plants in shimmering golden tones...

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20th Century Vietnamese Chinoiserie Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Art Deco Louis Kuppenheim Attributed Sterling Silver Enamel Japonisme Snuff Box
Art Deco Louis Kuppenheim Attributed Sterling Silver Enamel Japonisme Snuff Box

Art Deco Louis Kuppenheim Attributed Sterling Silver Enamel Japonisme Snuff Box

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique German Art Deco period silver & enamel snuff box. Attributed to the workshops of Louis Kuppenheim in Pforzheim, Germany. In sterling silver. With a red enamel grou...

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Estonian Birch Hat Box Attributed to Luther, c. 1900
Antique Estonian Birch Hat Box Attributed to Luther, c. 1900

Antique Estonian Birch Hat Box Attributed to Luther, c. 1900

Located in Hannover, DE

Antique Estonian Birch Hat Box Attributed to Luther, c. 1900 This exceptional antique hat box was most likely manufactured in Orevall (Oru), Estonia...

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Early 1900s Estonian Belle Époque Antique Boxes

Materials

Metal

Vintage wooden box with polish horn decoration and stainless steel Italy
Vintage wooden box with polish horn decoration and stainless steel Italy

Vintage wooden box with polish horn decoration and stainless steel Italy

Located in London, GB

Vintage wooden box with polish horn decoration and stainless steel rim Italy, Three interior compartments, which could have been intended for: Playing cards (such as bridge or poker...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Stainless Steel

Fine Art Deco Amboyna Burr Table Top Cabinet 1930s
Fine Art Deco Amboyna Burr Table Top Cabinet 1930s

Fine Art Deco Amboyna Burr Table Top Cabinet 1930s

Located in Norwich, England

Fine Art Deco Amboyna Burr Table Cabinet. Circa 1930s. Of exceptional quality and notably rare, the cabinet has shaped front doors, each set with a full length column with diagonall...

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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Apaca Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s
Art Deco Apaca Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s

Art Deco Apaca Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s

Located in Wien, Au

Art Deco Apaca Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s Only polished

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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

Vintage Pink Italian Breccia Marble and Brass Hinged Decorative Box, 1970s
Vintage Pink Italian Breccia Marble and Brass Hinged Decorative Box, 1970s

Vintage Pink Italian Breccia Marble and Brass Hinged Decorative Box, 1970s

Located in Toronto, CA

A beautiful vintage Italian decorative box crafted from richly patterned breccia marble and accented with a brass hinged lid. The stone displays a striking natural composition of blu...

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1970s Italian Vintage Boxes

Materials

Breccia Marble

Huge Malachite Box 8" Natural Gemstone
Huge Malachite Box 8" Natural Gemstone

Huge Malachite Box 8" Natural Gemstone

Located in Somis, CA

At an extra large size of 8", with stunning decorative artistry, this luxurious rectangular keepsake box is meticulously handcrafted from vibrant, genuine natural malachite. The exte...

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2010s Boxes

Materials

Malachite

Antique Calligrapher's Quill Box, Austrian, Hand Painted, Pen Case, Edwardian
Antique Calligrapher's Quill Box, Austrian, Hand Painted, Pen Case, Edwardian

Antique Calligrapher's Quill Box, Austrian, Hand Painted, Pen Case, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique calligrapher's quill box. An Austrian, painted pearwood pen case, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Eye-catching painted appearance accentuates this cha...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Black Forest Boxes

Materials

Pearwood

Rare Art Deco 925 Sterling Silver Import Malachite Enamel Cigarette Case 111g
Rare Art Deco 925 Sterling Silver Import Malachite Enamel Cigarette Case 111g

Rare Art Deco 925 Sterling Silver Import Malachite Enamel Cigarette Case 111g

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A striking Art Deco cigarette case dating from the early 20th century, crafted in 925 sterling silver and decorated with vivid green malachite-effect enamel. The gently curved recta...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Malachite, Metal, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette Edward Smith 1884 19th Century
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette Edward Smith 1884 19th Century

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette Edward Smith 1884 19th Century

Located in London, GB

Sterling silver vinaigrette, by Edward Smith, Birmingham 1884, the cover, sides and base engraved with scrolled foliate decoration, parcel gilt interior and pierced and engraved gril...

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1880s Antique Boxes

Materials

Silver

Vintage Italian Carved Bardiglio Marble Art Deco Cigarette Box or Jewelry Casket
Vintage Italian Carved Bardiglio Marble Art Deco Cigarette Box or Jewelry Casket

Vintage Italian Carved Bardiglio Marble Art Deco Cigarette Box or Jewelry Casket

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Some decorative objects quietly sit in a room. Others command attention from across it. This exceptional vintage Italian marble box is one of those rare sculptural pieces that feels more like architecture than an accessory. Hand-carved from a striking block of heavily veined Bardiglio marble, its dramatic fluted lid creates a rhythm of light and shadow that recalls the bold geometry of Art Deco design while remaining perfectly at home in today's minimalist and organic interiors. Every surface showcases nature's artistry. Soft ivory clouds, smoky charcoal veining, and subtle hints of sage and blue-green mineralization create a composition that could never be duplicated. The sculptural ribbed lid flows seamlessly into deeply carved diagonal sides, giving the entire piece an architectural presence from every angle. Originally intended as a luxury cigarette or tobacco box, this piece easily transitions into a sophisticated jewelry casket, desk accessory, valet box, or decorative object. Whether displayed atop a stack of design books, on a dressing table, or styled in a library or office, it instantly elevates the space with timeless elegance. The substantial weight, beautifully matched marble patterning, and expertly hand-carved details speak to the quality of Italian lapidary craftsmanship during the mid-20th century. Although unsigned, the workmanship and design strongly suggest production by one of the skilled Italian marble workshops active during the 1950s–1970s. The sculptural quality is reminiscent of decorative stone objects produced in Carrara, Volterra, and other renowned Tuscan marble centers. While no maker can be definitively attributed, the design shares aesthetic similarities with luxury decorative objects retailed by firms such as Flli Mannelli, Oggetti, and other Italian stone ateliers of the period. Today, sculptural marble accessories have become increasingly sought after by collectors, interior designers, and stylists for their ability to add texture, permanence, and architectural interest to contemporary interiors. This is the kind of object that designers often describe as "the finishing piece"—small enough to move effortlessly throughout the home, yet substantial enough to anchor an entire vignette. Styling Ideas: This piece is incredibly versatile and can be used throughout the home. Store jewelry on a bedside table. Use as a luxury valet box for watches...

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20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Antique Silver Plated Butter Dish Domed Lid, Vintage English Covered Butter Dish
Antique Silver Plated Butter Dish Domed Lid, Vintage English Covered Butter Dish

Antique Silver Plated Butter Dish Domed Lid, Vintage English Covered Butter Dish

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique Silver Plated Butter Dish with Domed Lid Vintage English Covered Butter Server Elegant Tableware & Collectible Dining Décor Introduce timeless sophistication to your dining table with this elegant antique silver-plated butter dish, beautifully crafted with a fitted domed lid and an ornate scroll finial handle. Featuring a refined oval silhouette and an intricately decorated floral border, this charming vintage piece embodies the elegance of traditional English silverware while remaining both practical and decorative. Designed to serve butter, soft cheeses, pâté, preserves, or gourmet accompaniments, this covered butter server makes a striking centrepiece for breakfast tables, afternoon tea, formal dining, or country house interiors. Its softly aged silver-plated finish has developed a beautiful character over time, enhancing its authentic antique appeal. Whether displayed in a classic farmhouse kitchen, a Victorian or Edwardian dining room, or incorporated into a contemporary luxury interior, this exceptional piece effortlessly combines history, craftsmanship, and everyday functionality. Perfect for collectors of antique silver, interior designers, and anyone seeking unique vintage tableware, this butter dish also makes a thoughtful wedding, anniversary, or house-warming gift. Features Authentic antique silver-plated butter dish with matching domed lid Elegant oval design with decorative floral border Beautiful ornate scroll finial handle Ideal for serving butter, cheese, pâté, preserves, or hors d'oeuvres Classic English tableware with timeless appeal Lovely vintage condition with a naturally aged patina consistent with age and careful use Suitable for Victorian, Edwardian, French Country, Traditional, Farmhouse, and Modern Classic interiors This beautifully preserved antique butter dish is more than a serving piece—it's a statement of refined taste, adding elegance and heritage to every table setting. Keywords: Antique Silver Butter Dish...

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Late 19th Century English Art Deco Antique Boxes

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Pumpkin Betel Box Asian Cambodian Thai Indian Antiques Gifts
Antique Silver Pumpkin Betel Box Asian Cambodian Thai Indian Antiques Gifts

Antique Silver Pumpkin Betel Box Asian Cambodian Thai Indian Antiques Gifts

Located in London, GB

Antique Silver Pumpkin Betel Box Asian Cambodian Very nice fine high quality piece in 900 silver 8 x 6 x 6 cm weight 52 grams approx. good Condition Fine PLEASE SEE PHOTOS FO...

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Early 20th Century Laotian Boxes

Materials

Silver

Astonishing Onyx Jewelry Box, Mid-Century Modern, Made in Italy, 1960s
Astonishing Onyx Jewelry Box, Mid-Century Modern, Made in Italy, 1960s

Astonishing Onyx Jewelry Box, Mid-Century Modern, Made in Italy, 1960s

Located in Milano, IT

1960s Astonishing box in onyx. Made in Italy. This box is amazing and in excellent condition. Dimension: 5,31 x 3,93 x 1,93 H inches 13,5 x 10 x 5 H cm

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Onyx

Antique Vintage Ladys Black Forest German Jewelry Box Casket Carve Pheasant Bird
Antique Vintage Ladys Black Forest German Jewelry Box Casket Carve Pheasant Bird

Antique Vintage Ladys Black Forest German Jewelry Box Casket Carve Pheasant Bird

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Absolutely stunning hand carved Swiss Black Forest possibly Walnut wood (sometimes confused with Irish Bog Oak from Ireland) Ladys or Gentlemans Jewelry Casket of oval outline. Mid t...

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Early 19th Century German Victorian Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Ormolu

Large Antique Campaign Burr Walnut Writing Box. English. Dated 1871
Large Antique Campaign Burr Walnut Writing Box. English. Dated 1871

Large Antique Campaign Burr Walnut Writing Box. English. Dated 1871

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Wonderful burr walnut writing box or slope Fabulous colour and figure in the wood Fine brass hardware Expertly restored Original brass topped inkwells Working secret drawers* R...

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1870s English Campaign Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Yellow-green onyx box, France, 1970
Yellow-green onyx box, France, 1970

Yellow-green onyx box, France, 1970

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Rectangular box in yellow-green onyx, made in France around 1970. This piece showcases the natural beauty of the stone, with its translucent hues ranging from pale green to honey, tr...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Onyx

Onyx Jewelry Box, made in Italy, 1950s
Onyx Jewelry Box, made in Italy, 1950s

Onyx Jewelry Box, made in Italy, 1950s

Located in Palermo, IT

Onyx jewelry box, made in Italy, 1950s Intact and in good condition. Width 18 cm Depth 13 cm Height 7 cm

Category

1950s Vintage Boxes

Materials

Onyx

Large Antique Campaign Brass Mounted Writing Box. English C.1840
Large Antique Campaign Brass Mounted Writing Box. English C.1840

Large Antique Campaign Brass Mounted Writing Box. English C.1840

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Wonderful solid tropical hardwood writing box or slope Fabulous colour and figure in the wood Fine brass hardware 3 secret drawers shown in the last image* Replaced leather The ...

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1840s English Campaign Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

English 19th Century Burl Marquetry and Inlay Writing Box
English 19th Century Burl Marquetry and Inlay Writing Box

English 19th Century Burl Marquetry and Inlay Writing Box

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A luxurious English writing box of circa 1879, in the manner of Tunbridge Ware using burled walnut that has been inlaid with mother-of-pearl and geometric marquetry. The top of the l...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes

Materials

Leather, Mother-of-Pearl, Mahogany, Satinwood, Walnut

19thc Blue Painted Firkin in Original Paint
19thc Blue Painted Firkin in Original Paint

19thc Blue Painted Firkin in Original Paint

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19thc original Blue painted Firkin. Original Copper nail construction. Fantastic patina. Wonderful old blue paint, the interior is a beautiful natural color and in great condition.

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Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes

Materials

Wood

Brass Tulip Box by Bunny Williams Home
Brass Tulip Box by Bunny Williams Home

Brass Tulip Box by Bunny Williams Home

By Bunny Williams Home

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful box is crafted from cast aluminum with a polished brass finish. Smooth sides are paired with a removable lid with a stylized tulip motif in raised relief. Ideal to giv...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Boxes

Materials

Aluminum

Lacquered Tissue Box with Brass, Saffron Black Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Lacquered Tissue Box with Brass, Saffron Black Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal

Lacquered Tissue Box with Brass, Saffron Black Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal

By Viya by Vikram Goyal

Located in Noida, DL

Lacquered Tissue Box with Brass, Saffron Black Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal Lacquered tissue box with brass. Handmade in India. With moniker’s such as red gold, exquisite thread or ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass

Rectangular wooden box, France, 1970
Rectangular wooden box, France, 1970

Rectangular wooden box, France, 1970

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Rectangular wooden box, France, 1970s, characterized by a richly veined veneer, likely burl, offering a particularly expressive natural design. Its surface displays a warm palette of...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Wood

SET Tafi Onyx Oval Boxes, Alpaca Silver & Blue Onyx Stone
SET Tafi Onyx Oval Boxes, Alpaca Silver & Blue Onyx Stone

SET Tafi Onyx Oval Boxes, Alpaca Silver & Blue Onyx Stone

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

7.5" x 3.5" x2" 8" x 4" x2.3" 9" x4.5" x 2.5" Tafi oval box, it is made entirely by hand in alpaca metal and onyx stone. It comes in three different sizes and you can choose between...

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2010s Argentine Modern Boxes

Materials

Stone, Onyx

Antique Original Continental Novelty Pear Fruit Tea Caddy
Antique Original Continental Novelty Pear Fruit Tea Caddy

Antique Original Continental Novelty Pear Fruit Tea Caddy

Located in Northampton, GB

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING The Tea Caddy turned in Sycamore shaped as a natural Pear fruit in bulbous form with slightly tapered lid surmounted by a naturalistic stalk to the top and ...

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Early 1800s German Georgian Antique Boxes

Materials

Sycamore

Hermes, Paris - Sterling Silver Pill Box With 1873 Coin Inset
Hermes, Paris - Sterling Silver Pill Box With 1873 Coin Inset

Hermes, Paris - Sterling Silver Pill Box With 1873 Coin Inset

By Hermès, Ravinet D' Enfert

Located in Bath, GB

From the iconic French luxury retailer, this solid / sterling silver box was made by Hermes of Paris, fully signed on the side of the box together with the Minerva head mark (silver)...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Vanity Jewelry Box Bohemian Gold White Opaline Glass, Late 19th C
Antique Vanity Jewelry Box Bohemian Gold White Opaline Glass, Late 19th C

Antique Vanity Jewelry Box Bohemian Gold White Opaline Glass, Late 19th C

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful, relatively large, white opaline glass vanity jewelry box, hand-decorated with raised gold gilt and tiny blue and white accents, Victorian design period, circa late‑19th‑...

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Late 19th Century Czech Victorian Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Mid-Century Decorative Box in Rosewood and Walnut, Ralph Lauren Style
Mid-Century Decorative Box in Rosewood and Walnut, Ralph Lauren Style

Mid-Century Decorative Box in Rosewood and Walnut, Ralph Lauren Style

By Ralph Lauren

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful mixed wood decorative box. This piece created in rosewood, walnut and oak presents itself as a unique gift or personal item that is special for keepsakes or other uses such...

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1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Oak, Rosewood, Walnut

Bitossi for Raymor (Attributed) Italian Ceramic Lidded Box with Fused Glass Lid
Bitossi for Raymor (Attributed) Italian Ceramic Lidded Box with Fused Glass Lid

Bitossi for Raymor (Attributed) Italian Ceramic Lidded Box with Fused Glass Lid

By Raymor, Bitossi

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a striking mid-century Italian ceramic lidded box dating to the 1950s, distinguished by its richly textured fused glass mosaic lid in a vibrant palette of golden yellow, turq...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Large Ormolu & Glass Souvenir Trinket Jewelry Box, Deauville France, circa 1900s
Large Ormolu & Glass Souvenir Trinket Jewelry Box, Deauville France, circa 1900s

Large Ormolu & Glass Souvenir Trinket Jewelry Box, Deauville France, circa 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Antique French Églomisé Casket - Souvenir from France, circa 1900 A charming French antique casket from circa 1900 with gilt brass fittings and clear glass panels. The hinged lid fe...

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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

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.