Boxes
Mid-19th Century European Medieval Antique Boxes
Brass, Metal
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Ceramic
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Mahogany
2010s European Boxes
Brass
1910s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
2010s European Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century American Gothic Boxes
Iron
2010s European Boxes
Marble
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Walnut
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
1870s British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1740s German Baroque Antique Boxes
Wood
18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Boxes
Gold Leaf
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Boxes
Fabric, Hardwood, Walnut
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Wood, Olive
2010s Afghan Boxes
Lapis Lazuli
20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Metal
1910s Belgian Renaissance Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century English Boxes
Tin
1890s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1840s French Louis Philippe Antique Boxes
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Maple, Teak, Paint
Late 19th Century English Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Campaign Antique Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Burl
Late 18th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Pine
Early 1900s Belgian Gothic Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Boxes
Bamboo
Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Ivory
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Lacquer
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Pine
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Stone, Metal
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Gold, Platinum, Enamel
1950s French Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Boxes
Hardwood, Paint
Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes
Lacquer, Ivory
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Quartz, Metal, Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
Early 1900s French Gothic Antique Boxes
Brass
20th Century British Neoclassical Boxes
Ceramic
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Brass
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Chrome
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
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.