19th Century Walnut Cutlery Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This finely handmade 19th century walnut cutlery box is in fine condition and retains a nice mellow
Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Decorative Boxes
Wood
19th Century Walnut Cutlery Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This finely handmade 19th century walnut cutlery box is in fine condition and retains a nice mellow
Wood
Tunbridge Ware Inlaid Walnut Box, 19th century
Located in GB
A finely crafted 19th-century Tunbridge ware box, showcasing the intricate geometric marquetry for
Walnut
19th Century Brass Inlaid Walnut Box
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Brass inlaid walnut box. This stunning decorative box or jewelry box has beautiful
Walnut
19th Century French Provencal Walnut Fariniere Box
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French Provençal fariniere, or decorative box made of walnut with fine hand-carved
Walnut
19th Century Burl Walnut Tea Box
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Lovely 19th century burl walnut tea box from England. Very beautiful box with a beautiful brass
Walnut
Fantastic Oversized 19th Century Walnut Wall Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful handmade walnut wall box has a hinged lift top and is in great condition. This
Walnut
$1,250
H 18 in W 8.25 in D 3.75 in
French 19th Century Carved Walnut Farinerio Decorative Box with Floral Decor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Provençale carved walnut farinerio decorative box from the 19th century with floral motifs
Walnut
$695
H 2.625 in W 7.625 in D 4.625 in
Mid-19th Century Carved Walnut Jewelry or Trinket Box, Likely Black Forest
Located in Atlanta, GA
A finely carved walnut jewelry or trinket box, mid-19th century, likely of Black Forest or Swiss
Walnut
19th Century French Fariniere Box, Hand-Carved Walnut, Circa 1850
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French fariniere, made of walnut with nicely detailed hand-carved floral relief on
Walnut
19th Century Victorian Burled Walnut, Bone and Jeweled Box
Located in Hudson, NY
This fine old English box made circa 1850-1860 is made from burled walnut with dramatic figuring
Walnut
19th Century Danish Box Circa 1850
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Danish box, circa 1850, is a remarkable piece crafted from walnut wood
Walnut
19th Century Hand-Carved Walnut Fariniere Box, Provence, Circa 1870
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French fariniere, made of walnut. Good craftsmanship using dovetailed construction
Walnut
19th Century French Fariniere Box, Hand-Carved Walnut, Circa 1870
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French fariniere, made of walnut with simple clover leaf shaped top. Good
Walnut
19th Century French Fariniere Box, Walnut Marquetry, Circa 1880-1900
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French fariniere, made of walnut with marquetry inlaid detail and turned feet. Good
Walnut
$1,344Sale Price|30% Off
H 3 in W 10 in D 6.25 in
19th Century Highly Decorative Walnut Trunbridge Parquetry Box from England
Located in North Salem, NY
This striking 19th-century English Trunbridge parquetry box showcases exceptional craftsmanship and
Walnut
$7,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.5 in W 25 in D 10.5 in
19th Century Continental Walnut and Kingwood Case Cylinder Music Box, #3130
Located in Germantown, MD
This large impressive cabinet featuring a crossbanded walnut and Kingwood and inlaid with satinwood
Ebony, Walnut, Satinwood, Kingwood
French Neoclassic Walnut Hinged Box, 2nd quarter 19th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
of rectangular form and featuring beautifully grained solid walnut with a camphor liner, likely a
Walnut
$1,442
H 4.73 in W 11.7 in D 7.88 in
Antique Writing Box, Walnut with Inlays, England, Late 19th Century
Located in Regensburg, DE
19th century. Walnut veneered inlaid with various colored woods. Can be opened with an inclined
Walnut
Early 19th Century English Walnut Writing Box with Inlay
Located in Tampa, FL
This exquisite English walnut writing box is a true testament to 19th century craftsmanship
Mother-of-Pearl, Satinwood, Walnut
Mid 19th Century Lidded Box - French - Walnut - Warm Patina
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Elegant 19th-century French lidded box made of solid walnut with a beautiful warm patina. This
Zinc
19th Century Lift-Top Walnut Grain Bin or Log Box
Located in Doylestown, PA
Antique handcrafted grain or flour bin with a lift top, circa 1870. This is a beautiful, rustic bin crafted of solid wood planks with bracket feet and a hinged top displaying a desi...
Metal
19th Century Large Damascus Decorative Jewellery Box
Located in GB
A beautifully rare large handcrafted Damascus jewellery wedding box with inlay. A circa 1900 chest
Walnut
$4,867
H 5.71 in W 6.3 in D 5.52 in
Antique 19th Century French Black Forest Rose Carved Walnut Box & Perfume Bottle
Located in England, GB
A rare and beautifully detailed Black Forest carved antique walnut box dating to the late 19th
Glass, Walnut
19th Century Walnut and Brass Dome-Top Wood English Sewing Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
English walnut and brass dome-top box with Mother-of-Pearl, ca. 1860. With 6 sewing tools, 4 have
Brass
$543
H 16.93 in W 9.06 in D 6.7 in
19th century French Louis XV Style Walnut Provençale Salt Box, 1890s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice Louis XV style Provençal walnut salt box dating from the end of the 19th century. Top
Walnut
19th Century Italian Marquetry Box
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 19th century miniature Italian coffer, or hinged box, made of solid walnut with marquetry
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Burr Walnut Jewellery/Stationary Box with 2 other Walnut Boxes
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Burr Walnut Jewellery/Stationary Box with 2 other Walnut Boxes The Burr Walnut Lady’s Necessaire
Walnut
19th Century Danish Box Circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 19th-century Danish box, dating to circa 1880, showcases the elegance and
Walnut
$1,895
H 3.5 in Dm 11.25 in
Edwardian Marquetry Sunburst Walnut and Burlwood Box, England, Late 19th Century
By Betjemanns & Sons
Located in Morristown, NJ
Edwardian Marquetry Sunburst Walnut and Burlwood Box, England, Late 19th Century A finely crafted
Metal
19th Century Danish Box Circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th-century Danish box, circa 1880, is an exceptional example of refined
Walnut
Walnut Salt Box
Located in Bradenton, FL
A nice early American Walnut salt box with wire hinges. Nicely dovetailed case and drawer with
Walnut
Late 19th Century Wooden Salt Box
Located in Vista, CA
Late 19th century salt box, with an intricate carved flower motif on the sliding door, resting on
Walnut
19th Century French Exotic Wood Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inlaid with several different exotic woods including walnut. Medallion inlay.
Walnut
19th Century Italian Carved Wood Lion Box
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Italian carved walnut document lion box.
Walnut
19th Century Italian Carved Walnut Coffer
Located in Dallas, TX
modern style of this box makes it a perfect addition to any room in your home. The walnut finish adds a
Walnut
Rustic Continental Walnut Box
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Continental rectangular walnut box with ornamental carvings of leaves and a key.
19th Century French Bronze Mounted Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut veneered. Footed. Silk-lined. Key is included.
Bronze
Italian Grand Tour Renaissance Style Jewelry Box Signed 19th Century
Located in Rochester, NY
Italian. Renaissance style jewelry box with secret compartment. Carved walnut with satinwood panels
Satinwood, Walnut
19th Century, Black Forest Carved Softwood "Book Form" Presentation Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
typical of Black Forest craftsmanship during the late 19th century. The interior is lined in a
Walnut
English Victorian Style Walnut Box
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian-style rectangular walnut box with gold diamond shape inlay and latch l
Gold
19th Century Walnut Table Cabinet
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th Century walnut table cabinet, having a lovely figured top with an inlaid oval panel with shell
Walnut
$2,079
H 8.27 in W 8.67 in D 6.7 in
Antique 19th Century Victorian Walnut & Glass Fronted Jewellery Box c.1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century English walnut & glass jewellery box. The front of the box has two bevelled
Glass, Walnut
19th Century French Provencal Decorative Box or Fariniere
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 19th century French fariniere, made of walnut with nicely detailed hand-carved shell and
Walnut
$1,950
H 25.25 in W 9.25 in D 4 in
Large Provençal Walnut Fariniero with Carved Openwork, Early 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This impressive Provençal fariniero is finely carved in solid walnut and exemplifies the regional
Walnut
Oval jewelry box carved walnut swiss 19th century Black forest
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
This exceptional 19th-century Black Forest jewelry box from Switzerland is a true work of art
Velvet, Wood
$3,066
H 10.24 in W 15.75 in D 11.03 in
Exquisite openly carved 19th century Swiss Black Forest jewelry box walnut bird
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
A true work of art, this stunning 19th-century Black Forest jewelry box from Switzerland is fully
Walnut
19th Century English Regency Burl Walnut Tea Caddy
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful 19th century English Regency burl walnut tea caddy. Lovely shape and pretty details
Brass
Pair of Early 19th Century Italian Wedding Boxes
Located in Hudson, NY
between 1800 and 1815 this pair of neoclassical inspired boxes are made of carved and gilded walnut
Walnut
19th Century French Provencal Decorative Box or Fariniere
Located in Winter Park, FL
An 18th century French fariniere, made of walnut with nicely detailed hand carved sunflower relief
Walnut
19th Century French Boite à Sel or Salt Box
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French boite à sel, or salt box, hand-crafted of solid walnut with hinged lid and
Walnut
Antique Victorian Burl Walnut Vanity Box
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A weighty antique Victorian burl walnut vanity or dressing box featuring a lift-up lid that opens
Silver Plate, Other
Walnut domed top Needlework/Jewellery Box
Located in Folkestone, GB
An early 19th century walnut domed topped needlework or jewellery box with two doors enclosing
Walnut
$1,070
H 14.97 in W 15.75 in D 11.03 in
19th Century, French Hand Carved Marquetry Walnut Liquor Cellar
Located in Sofia, BG
Foldable 19th Century French hand carved marquetry walnut liquor cellar. Overall good condition
Walnut
$1,370
H 6 in W 8.25 in D 5.125 in
19th Century, Black Forest Carved Walnut Jewelry Casket Brienz Region
Located in Atlanta, GA
A finely carved 19th-century Black Forest walnut jewelry casket, attributed to the Brienz region of
Walnut
$1,000
H 4.5 in W 5 in D 3 in
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Perfume Bottle Apothecary Caddy Box Casket
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th century burl walnut wooden box with decorative brass plaque on the lid, containing two
Crystal, Brass
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
Leather, Mother-of-Pearl, Mahogany, Satinwood, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Carved Box, Lock & Key
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique Swiss Black Forest hand carved walnut footed glove box or jewelry box with velvet
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century English Walnut Tunbridge Ware Writing Box
Located in Burton, TX
This 19th Century English Walnut Tunbridge Ware Writing Box was crafted in the late 1800's
Walnut
English 19th Century Brass-Mounted Burl Walnut Box
Located in Millbrook, NY
Fine English 19th century burl-Walnut box. Brass mountings. Engraved. Blue velvet lining. Engraved
Brass
Letter Box Walnut, Cherry and Oak, 19th Century
Located in Cookeville, TN
An inlay of a wooden diamond accents to top of this antique letter box from England. There is a
Brass
Burr Walnut Brass Jewelry Box, 19th Century
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Antique jewelry box veneered in burr walnut, bound in brass edging for added strength. Opening
Brass
Late 19th Century Walnut and Hand Forged Iron Storage Box
Located in Burton, TX
This unique Late 19th Century Storage Box was handcrafted from old growth walnut and hand forged
Iron
Unavailable
H 8 in W 12.5 in D 11 in
Mid-19th Century Decorative Box, Walnut and Ormolu Mounted, Grand Tour Style
Located in London, GB
fabulous and extremely well made box is of the highest quality and would make a handsome humidor. Original
Ormolu
Unavailable
H 5.25 in W 13 in D 8.75 in
English 19th Century Trinity House Burl Walnut Writing Box Ship and Cube Inlay
Located in Wells, ME
English 19th century burl walnut writing box of unusual interior conformation. The exterior of the
Walnut
Inlaid Walnut Tumbridgeware Box
Located in Port Chester, NY
A decorative walnut Tumbridgeware box. Tumbridgeware being characterized as a form of decoratively
Walnut
Walnut Tumbridgeware Dressing Box
Located in Port Chester, NY
A decorative walnut Tumbridgeware jewelry box with vibrant violet silk interior. Tumbridgeware
Walnut
Walnut Dresser Box, Vintage
Located in Cookeville, TN
A vintage handcrafted stained walnut box. The rectangular box has a beveled design with a hinged
Walnut
Antique Walnut Tumbridgeware Jewelry Box
Located in Port Chester, NY
A decorative walnut Tumbridgeware jewelry box with vibrant blue silk interior. Tumbridgeware being
Mother-of-Pearl, Ebony, Walnut
Antique Walnut Box with Brass Accents
Located in Port Chester, NY
A charming walnut box with good color and patina. The brass accents are eyecatching and in good
Brass
Unavailable
H 4.73 in W 8.86 in D 5.91 in
Victorian 19th Century Tunbridge Ware Collectors Box with Original Features
By Tunbridge Ware
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Victorian 19th century Tunbridge ware collectors box with original features. Tunbridge ware is a
Brass
Antique Jewelry Box in Burr Walnut
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
This large jewelry box is veneered in exquisite burr walnut wood. Burr walnut of this quality, and
Satinwood, Mirror
Brass Mounted Walnut Writing Box, circa 1860
Located in Salisbury, GB
A brass mounted walnut writing box, circa 1860.
Unavailable
H 3.25 in W 9.5 in D 3.75 in
English Mid 19th Century Micro Tunbridge Glove Box with Makers Label Edmund Nye
By Edmund Nye Tunbridge Wells
Located in Wells, ME
inlaid domed glove box has various woods including rosewood, boxwood, mahogany and walnut. Edmund Nye
Silk, Boxwood, Rosewood, Walnut
Antique Burr Walnut Jewelry Box, Brass Decoration
Located in Port Chester, NY
A dome shaped English jewelry box fashioned out of burr walnut. The brass decoration is in very
Brass
Antique English Burl Walnut Box from England, circa 1890
Located in Houston, TX
An unusual antique English burl walnut rectangular box from England, circa 1890. Please notice that
Walnut
Antique Walnut Tunbridge Ware Jewelry Box
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Walnut jewelry box with chequered strung edging and decorative borders on the top and front. With a
Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet, Walnut
Antique Walnut Ladies Sewing Box, Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in Port Chester, NY
A Victorian ladies sewing box with geometric mother of pearl inlay around the top and a mother of
Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
Unavailable
H 5.91 in W 11.82 in D 8.86 in
Victorian 19th Century Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box with Original Sewing Items
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Victorian 19th century Tunbridge ware sewing box with original sewing items. Sectional compartments
Wood, Walnut
Unavailable
H 7.75 in W 15 in D 11.25 in
Walnut Antique Jewelry Box with Drop Front and Concealed Drawers
Located in London, GB
This magnificent large jewelry box, dating from around 1850, is veneered in figured Walnut, and is
Brass
Unavailable
H 8 in W 14 in D 10 in
19th Century Black Forest Casket or Box Carved as a Rustic Crate with Insects
By Black Forest
Located in London, GB
Naturalistically carved in the form of a rustic crate. The front with trailing ivy, caterpillar and insects. Switzerland, Black Forest. circa 1860.
Walnut
Antique Jewelry Box
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A very fine antique German Black Forest carved walnut jewelry box with lift-top lid and swing out
Walnut
Unavailable
H 3.94 in W 11.42 in D 8.27 in
19th Century Rare Mosaic Marquetry Jewelery Box circa 1830 Sorrentino Napoli
Located in Torino, IT
19th century Mosaic Marquetry jewelery box circa 1830 Sorrentino Napoli Rare Marquetry Sorrentino
Cherry, Olive, Rosewood, Walnut
Mid 19th Century British Games Compendium
Located in Toronto, ON
Fine quality English games comendium circa 1850. Cased in circassian walnut with fine quality
Silver
Gentlemans Keepsake Box or Dressing Chest
Located in Culver City, CA
attitude. The box is made of Walnut and various other woods, has carved elements, veneers, panels and
Mirror, Walnut
Decorative Tumbridgeware Inlaid Box
Located in Port Chester, NY
A decorative walnut Tumbridgeware box. Tumbridgeware being characterized as a form of decoratively
Walnut
Victorian Walnut Perfumery
Located in Windsor, Berkshire
Victorian walnut perfumery. A beautiful brass bound walnut perfumery, dating back to circa 1850
Walnut
Unusual French Copper Mounted Box
Located in Windsor, Berkshire
heads to each corner, it has been relined with 19th century marble paper and has its original working
Walnut
Victorian Figured Walnut Writing Slope
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
J032 Attractive Victorian writing box in walnut, having decorative figured walnut lift up lid
Walnut
Signed Sormani Box
By Paul Sormani
Located in Stamford, CT
A late 19th century burl walnut box signed Sormani Paris with ivory, ebony, satinwood and kingswood
Walnut, Ivory, Ebony, Satinwood, Kingwood
19th Century Boulle Work Lap Desk
Located in Alexandria, VA
Fine Napoleon III “Boulle” marquetry lap desk with extensive brass and tortoiseshell inlay, the lids opening to a three-tiered letter holder and a fitted interior with wells and a sl...
Brass
Antique cash box.
By G. H. Gledhill & Sons
Located in Santa Monica, CA
real collector item cash register box
Walnut, Oak
Victorian Period Walnut Lap Desk
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Period Walnut Lap Desk with Felt Interior and Compartments.
Walnut
Unavailable
H 19.69 in W 20.08 in D 14.97 in
Victorian Brass Bound Walnut Travelling Chest on Folding Legs
Located in Worcester, Worcestershire
Width 51 cm 20 in Depth 38 cm 15 in Height (when standing) 50 cm 19 3/4 in Height (legs
Walnut
Solid Walnut French Probably a Case for Duelling Pistols
Located in Windsor, Berkshire
front and two locking clasps, its 19th century and dates to circa 1850, it has brass bound corners to
Walnut
Walnut Regency Tea Caddy
Located in Port Chester, NY
A splendid sarcophagus shaped walnut tea caddy on charming bun feet, circa 1820. Good color and
Walnut
Unavailable
H 4.73 in W 8.27 in D 4.93 in
Victorian 19th Century Tunbridge Ware Tea Caddy with Original Features
By Tunbridge Ware
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
An original Victorian 19th century Tunbridge ware tea caddy with 2 inner compartments and working
Brass
English Burl Walnut Tea Caddy With Decorative Brass Mounts
Located in Free Union, VA
embellished with carved bone elements layered on top of the brass. Late 19th century. H: 4 ¼ W: 8 ¾ D: 4 ½
Brass
Lap Desk
Located in Seattle, WA
Walnut Lap Desk with Brass Detail & Glass Inkwell
Brass
Unavailable
English or American Knife Box
Located in Nashville, TN
Beautiful English or American Knife Box, all original inside, perfect condition.
Walnut
Victorian Betjemann's Patent Writing Slope
By George Bentjemann
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
Victorian Betjemann's patent writing slope A fine Victorian walnut and gilt brass-mounted
Brass
A Petite Viennese Biedermeier Cabinet
Located in San Francisco, CA
The rectangular form of walnut with ebonized accents; fitted with one drawer on top and bottom
Walnut, Mirror
British Tea Caddy with Inlay
Located in Cookeville, TN
corners on this box give it a different dimension. Lidded interior with zinc lining are still present on
Walnut
Unavailable
H 11.25 in W 9.75 in D 5.75 in
Antique Walnut Brass Army and Navy Decanter Box, 19th Century
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Antique Walnut decanter with brass edging with a vacant initial plate on the top and brass
Brass
19th Century English Stationary Box & Inkstand
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Late 19th century English stationary box and inkstand, consisting of a stationary box with hinged
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 19.1 in D 13.98 in
Antique Victorian 19th Century Walnut Games Work Side Sewing Table Box
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique Victorian 19th century walnut games work side sewing table. This is a lovely item, that
Walnut
19th Century Walnut Coffee Table on Contemporary Base
By Amy Perlin Antiques
Located in New York, NY
A 19th Century Walnut Coffee Table on Contemporary Box Base with Wooden Casters.
Betjemann Feathered Walnut and Brass Games Box
By George Betjemann & Sons
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
boards. The games box comes complete with a fully working lock and tasselled key. Walnut comes in
Brass
American, Walnut Dome Top Document Box on Stand
Located in New York, NY
American, walnut dome-top document box circa 1880 with brass handle on later stand.
Walnut
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 22.45 in D 16.54 in
Spectacular Figured Walnut Inlaid Victorian Antique Work Box / Side Table
Located in Clitheroe, GB
Spectacular Figured Walnut Inlaid Victorian Antique Work Box / Side Table This Spectacular 19th
Walnut
Unavailable
H 14.5 in W 16.5 in D 11 in
Victorian Burr Walnut Stationary/Writing Box, Letter Rack, Scotland 1880, H970
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Stationary Box, Letter Rack, Writing Box, Scotland 1880, H970
Walnut
Walnut Stationary Box Inlaid with Ebony and Mother-of-Pearl
Located in Port Chester, NY
Antique travel writing slope in well figured walnut. Original faded blue gray velvet. Piece
Mother-of-Pearl, Ebony, Walnut
Walnut Stationery Cabinet
By Philip, Son & Nephew
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
A late 19th century Victorian carved walnut stationery box. The box has a brass plate stating
Walnut
Unavailable
H 93.71 in W 33.08 in D 19.69 in
A very rare animated German walnut standing disc music box, Kalliope, circa 1895
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This music box has a Jockey automaton has an periferal driven double comb and bells 63.5-cm disc
Wood
French 19th Century Walnut Box with Double Chamber
Located in Santa Monica, CA
French 19th century walnut box with double chamber.
Walnut
19th Century Box with Brass Plaque
Located in Toronto, CA
Rectangular 19th century box with an oval brass plaque without engraving. The exterior has been re-polished over time. It has a nice warm patina. The interior has been left as found...
Mahogany
$11,820
H 14.18 in W 10.63 in D 8.27 in
19th Century Coromandel Vanity Box with Silver Gilt Fitted Interior by Asprey
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, GB
A Victorian Coromandel and Brass bound Dressing Case By Asprey The hinged cover with an inset brass monogram, the base with a jewellery drawer and two fitted internal trays, contai...
Brass, Silver, Vermeil
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.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.