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Antique Silver Judaica Spice Container with Vermeil Flag
Antique Silver Judaica Spice Container with Vermeil Flag

Antique Silver Judaica Spice Container with Vermeil Flag

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite silver Judaica spice container, crafted in 19th-century Prague, is a superb representation of artistry and cultural significance.

Category

19th Century Czech International Style Antique Containers

Materials

Silver

Agate and Silver Covered Container, circa 1900
Agate and Silver Covered Container, circa 1900

Agate and Silver Covered Container, circa 1900

Located in New York, NY

This Chinese agate bowl was converted into a container with silver mounts and cover and a carnellion owl finial, circa 1900.

Category

Early 1900s Chinese Antique Containers

Materials

Agate, Silver

White porcelain triangular container, ceramic, japanese antique
White porcelain triangular container, ceramic, japanese antique

White porcelain triangular container, ceramic, japanese antique

Located in Katori-Shi, 12

This is an antique triangular white porcelain vessel set made during the Showa period. It features the soft texture and smooth surface unique to white porcelain, and a wavy curved d...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Containers

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Hungarian Synagogue Iron Charity Container
19th Century Hungarian Synagogue Iron Charity Container

19th Century Hungarian Synagogue Iron Charity Container

Located in New York, NY

Large handmade iron charity container, Hungary, circa 1850. The iron tzedakah box was installed within the wall at the Hungarian Synagogue.

Category

Mid-19th Century Hungarian Antique Containers

Materials

Iron

A Silver and Filigree Spice Container, Lemberg 1814
A Silver and Filigree Spice Container, Lemberg 1814

A Silver and Filigree Spice Container, Lemberg 1814

Located in New York, NY

This remarkable silver and filigree spice container, crafted in Lemberg in 1814, is a masterful expression of early 19th-century Judaic artistry.

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1810s Ukrainian Antique Containers

Materials

Silver

An Early 19th Century Polish Silver Spice Container
An Early 19th Century Polish Silver Spice Container

An Early 19th Century Polish Silver Spice Container

Located in New York, NY

These containers often take on a variety of whimsical shapes.

Category

Early 19th Century Polish Antique Containers

Materials

Silver

Rare Spittoon Column with Container Inside, 1920s
Rare Spittoon Column with Container Inside, 1920s

Rare Spittoon Column with Container Inside, 1920s

Located in taranto, IT

very rare spittoon, circa 1920s, of Italian manufacture, of those used in hotels or bars of the time, of the column type, with circular base and central metal column, glass neck with...

Category

1920s Antique Containers

Materials

Metal

A German Silver Etrog Container, late 19th century
A German Silver Etrog Container, late 19th century

A German Silver Etrog Container, late 19th century

Located in New York, NY

An Exquisite German Silver Etrog Container made in the late 19th century to early 20th Century.

Category

Late 19th Century German Antique Containers

Materials

Silver

Antique Ittomasu Rice Measure Containers, Japan, Early 20th Century
Antique Ittomasu Rice Measure Containers, Japan, Early 20th Century

Antique Ittomasu Rice Measure Containers, Japan, Early 20th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

This collection of antique Japanese Ittomasu rice measure containers dates from the early twentieth century and reflects the enduring craftsmanship of Japan’s traditional measuring s...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Containers

Materials

Iron

A Glass & Tin Moroccan Charity Container, Fez 1920
A Glass & Tin Moroccan Charity Container, Fez 1920

A Glass & Tin Moroccan Charity Container, Fez 1920

Located in New York, NY

Antique glass and tin Moroccan Bikur Cholim charity container from Fez, circa 1920, is a fascinating artifact blending both cultural and historical significance.

Category

1920s Antique Containers

Materials

Tin

Andrianna Shamaris Wabi-Sabi Teak Wood Container
Andrianna Shamaris Wabi-Sabi Teak Wood Container

Andrianna Shamaris Wabi-Sabi Teak Wood Container

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

An unusual shaped wabi box originally used to store rice. Beautiful patina on an old teak wood piece. This box was sourced in the spirit of wabi-sabi, a Japanese philosophy that b...

Category

1920s Primitive Antique Containers

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Himalayan Tibetan Buddhist Brass Container with Lotus Asian antiques
Himalayan Tibetan Buddhist Brass Container with Lotus Asian antiques

Himalayan Tibetan Buddhist Brass Container with Lotus Asian antiques

Located in London, GB

Himalayan Tibetan Buddhist Brass Container with Lotus Lid A finely crafted brass container from the Himalayan region, featuring a domed lotus lid and graceful handle.

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Antique Containers

Materials

Copper, Brass

A Tin Charity Container, Belgium Early 20th Century
A Tin Charity Container, Belgium Early 20th Century

A Tin Charity Container, Belgium Early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A tin charity container for Kollel Shomrei HaChomot in Belgium from the early 20th century was used to collect donations for this religious institution comprising several schools, an...

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Containers

Materials

Tin

Vintage Colombian Hand Made Clay Water Jug / Container
Vintage Colombian Hand Made Clay Water Jug / Container

Vintage Colombian Hand Made Clay Water Jug / Container

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Exceptional large vintage Colombian hand made clay water container / jug. Displays a fantastic native influenced design around the top.  

Category

Early 20th Century Colombian Tribal Antique Containers

Materials

Clay

A Hungarian Tin Charity Container late 19th Century
A Hungarian Tin Charity Container late 19th Century

A Hungarian Tin Charity Container late 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

A Rare Hungarian Tin Charity Container made in the late 19th Century. Charity box has a latched cover at the top and a plaque informing the people who donate to the box which organ...

Category

Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Containers

Materials

Tin

Antique Chinese Round Table, Lacquer Multilayered Bao Container
Antique Chinese Round Table, Lacquer Multilayered Bao Container

Antique Chinese Round Table, Lacquer Multilayered Bao Container

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A very special piece certain to invoke conversation. This Bao container would make for a unique and elegant round table or storage container.

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Other Antique Containers

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Holy Oils Vase or Container, Pewter, 18th Century
Holy Oils Vase or Container, Pewter, 18th Century

Holy Oils Vase or Container, Pewter, 18th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Santos Oils container. Pewter. Century XVIII. Container made of pewter that has a foot, a body with curves, two handles and a lid.

Category

18th Century European Rococo Antique Containers

Materials

Pewter

Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s
Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s

Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Early 20th Century German Belsnickle / Santa Claus Candy Container, Paper Mâché & Cardboard This beautiful German Belsnickle / Santa Claus candy container dates to the early 20t...

Category

1920s German Folk Art Antique Containers

Materials

Paper

Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s
Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s

Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Early 20th Century German Belsnickle / Santa Claus Candy Container, Paper Mâché, wood & Cardboard This beautiful German Belsnickle / Santa Claus candy container dates to the early 2...

Category

Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Containers

Materials

Paper

Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s
Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s

Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Early 20th Century German Belsnickle / Santa Claus Candy Container, Paper Mâché & Cardboard This beautiful German Belsnickle / Santa Claus candy container dates to the early 20th ce...

Category

Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Containers

Materials

Paper

Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s
Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s

Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Early 20th Century German Belsnickle / Santa Claus Candy Container, Paper Mâché, wood & Cardboard This beautiful German Belsnickle / Santa Claus candy container dates to the early 2...

Category

Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Containers

Materials

Paper

Rustic Brass Container with Copper Medallions, German, 19th Century
Rustic Brass Container with Copper Medallions, German, 19th Century

Rustic Brass Container with Copper Medallions, German, 19th Century

Located in Queens, NY

Continental Rustic (possibly German) late 19th Century brass container / cashpot having 4 copper medalions of animals and hunting scenes resting on a round base

Category

19th Century German Rustic Antique Containers

Materials

Ash

French Antique Olive Oil Earthenware Container (circa 1900)
French Antique Olive Oil Earthenware Container (circa 1900)

French Antique Olive Oil Earthenware Container (circa 1900)

Located in London, GB

Somewhat uncertain about its original purpose (wine, oil, water?), this earthenware container is sizeable in stature and in charm; the piece would look beautiful on an old garden or ...

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Containers

Materials

Earthenware

Antique Teak Wood and Shell Inlay Rice Container
Antique Teak Wood and Shell Inlay Rice Container

Antique Teak Wood and Shell Inlay Rice Container

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful aged teak wood container originally used to store rice. We have added the shell inlay by hand to the top section.

Category

Early 1900s Organic Modern Antique Containers

Materials

Shell, Reclaimed Wood, Teak, Wood

Silver inkwell with reliefs, two containers & palm-shaped feet
Silver inkwell with reliefs, two containers & palm-shaped feet

Silver inkwell with reliefs, two containers & palm-shaped feet

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver inkwell with reliefs and applications with two containers resting on four palm-shaped feet. Metal: Silver.

Category

Early 18th Century European Antique Containers

Materials

Silver

A Chinese Zhangzhou Round Porcelain Lidded Container, 17th Century
A Chinese Zhangzhou Round Porcelain Lidded Container, 17th Century

A Chinese Zhangzhou Round Porcelain Lidded Container, 17th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Chinese Zhangzhou Round Porcelain Lidded Container, 17th Century Provenance: Binh Thuan Shipwreck, Private Australian Collection.

Category

17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Containers

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Coco de mer container decorative arts décor Interior design
Vintage Coco de mer container decorative arts décor Interior design

Vintage Coco de mer container decorative arts décor Interior design

Located in London, GB

Vintage Coco de mer container decorative arts décor A coco de mer nut from the Seychelles islands carved on the back side to make a decorative container.

Category

19th Century Seychellois Antique Containers

Materials

Coconut

Old Japanese Pine Tray/1868-1920/Confectionery Container
Old Japanese Pine Tray/1868-1920/Confectionery Container

Old Japanese Pine Tray/1868-1920/Confectionery Container

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an old pine tray made in Japan. Japan has had a long history of tea culture, and trays like this were used for sencha tea and other drinks. They are also used when serving gr...

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Containers

Materials

Pine

Butter dish Uranium glass cauliflower container possible Portieux Vallerysthal
Butter dish Uranium glass cauliflower container possible Portieux Vallerysthal

Butter dish Uranium glass cauliflower container possible Portieux Vallerysthal

By Portieux Vallerysthal

Located in Lugo, IT

Uranium glass cauliflower container possible Portieux Vallerysthal. Good condition.

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Containers

Materials

Uranium Glass

A Miniature Silver Spice Container, Poland-Ukraine Circa 1830
A Miniature Silver Spice Container, Poland-Ukraine Circa 1830

A Miniature Silver Spice Container, Poland-Ukraine Circa 1830

Located in New York, NY

The container rests upon a finely formed clover-shaped base, a subtle nod to organic motifs.

Category

1830s Polish Antique Containers

Materials

Silver

Mid 19th Century Silver Plate Tea Caddy Container
Mid 19th Century Silver Plate Tea Caddy Container

Mid 19th Century Silver Plate Tea Caddy Container

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Silver plate tea caddy. A beautiful English traditional accent. It’s well worn with lots of charm.

Category

Mid-19th Century British Antique Containers

Materials

Silver Plate

A Dutch Jewish Hospital Charity Container, Netherlands, Circa 1920
A Dutch Jewish Hospital Charity Container, Netherlands, Circa 1920

A Dutch Jewish Hospital Charity Container, Netherlands, Circa 1920

Located in New York, NY

This charity container was used to collect donations for a Jewish hospital in the Netherlands.

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Containers

Materials

Tin

Antique Large Scale Brass Container Bowl, India, 19th Century
Antique Large Scale Brass Container Bowl, India, 19th Century

Antique Large Scale Brass Container Bowl, India, 19th Century

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Antique Large Scale Brass Container Bowl, India, 19th Century.

Category

19th Century Indian Antique Containers

Materials

Brass

Horace Woodward & Co Victorian Sterling Silver Biscuit Box / Container
Horace Woodward & Co Victorian Sterling Silver Biscuit Box / Container

Horace Woodward & Co Victorian Sterling Silver Biscuit Box / Container

By Horace Woodward & Co. Ltd.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Condition This antique biscuit box/container is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Containers

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

A Kollel America Charity Container, New York Circa 1930
A Kollel America Charity Container, New York Circa 1930

A Kollel America Charity Container, New York Circa 1930

Located in New York, NY

A Kollel America Tiferet Jerusalem Charity Container from New York circa 1930 is tied to the charitable activities of Jewish immigrant communities in America raising donations for ca...

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Containers

Materials

Tin

Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Teak Container, Wabi-Sabi, Circa 1900
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Teak Container, Wabi-Sabi, Circa 1900

Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Teak Container, Wabi-Sabi, Circa 1900

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful sculptural container from Sumatra. Originally a drum. The bottom is 7.5” diameter and the top graduates to an impressive 13.5” diameter.

Category

Early 1900s Minimalist Antique Containers

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Roberts & Belk Sheffield Large Silver Circular Half fluted Container 1910
Roberts & Belk Sheffield Large Silver Circular Half fluted Container 1910

Roberts & Belk Sheffield Large Silver Circular Half fluted Container 1910

Located in CA, CA

Roberts & Belk Sheffield large silver plated circular half fluted container made in 1910. Llidded container standing on 3 scalloped cabriole feet.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Containers

Materials

Silver

Stunning Nuremberg Gingerbread Candy Container, Antique German Christmas 1900s
Stunning Nuremberg Gingerbread Candy Container, Antique German Christmas 1900s

Stunning Nuremberg Gingerbread Candy Container, Antique German Christmas 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Add a touch of Christmas magic to your interior decor with this adorable gingerbread candy container. Found at an estate sale in the City of Nuremberg, Germany.

Category

1910s German Folk Art Antique Containers

Materials

Composition

Antique Japanese Hibachi Traditional Wooden Container Box or Ice Chest
Antique Japanese Hibachi Traditional Wooden Container Box or Ice Chest

Antique Japanese Hibachi Traditional Wooden Container Box or Ice Chest

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, an antique Japanese hibachi, a traditional wooden container used as a charcoal brazier for heating or cooking.It is constructed from Keyaki (elm) hardwood, fe...

Category

1920s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Antique Containers

Materials

Copper

Iga Mizusashi 'Water Container for the Tea Ceremony'
Iga Mizusashi 'Water Container for the Tea Ceremony'

Iga Mizusashi 'Water Container for the Tea Ceremony'

Located in Hudson, NY

17th to 18th century Iga ware from Fushinan, Kyoto. Iga embodies the essence of tea ceremony's requirements for wabi-sabi, which appreciates the beauty in imperfections of kiln firin...

Category

Early 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Containers

Materials

Ceramic

Large Antique Burmese Octagon Lacquer Container – Asian Antiques Home Decor
Large Antique Burmese Octagon Lacquer Container – Asian Antiques Home Decor

Large Antique Burmese Octagon Lacquer Container – Asian Antiques Home Decor

Located in London, GB

Large Antique Burmese Lacquer Container – Octagonal Yun Ware Vessel – Bagan, Myanmar, Early 20th Century A finely made large Burmese lacquer container of octagonal form, produced in...

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Antique Containers

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Bamboo

Early 20th Century Blue Delft Scenes on Toleware Bin Container
Early 20th Century Blue Delft Scenes on Toleware Bin Container

Early 20th Century Blue Delft Scenes on Toleware Bin Container

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Charming and versatile tin metal container featuring a Delft tile scenes with a dog, rabbit and other animals.

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Colonial Antique Containers

Materials

Metal

Huge Batak Rice Container with Original Lid, Indonesia, 19th Century
Huge Batak Rice Container with Original Lid, Indonesia, 19th Century

Huge Batak Rice Container with Original Lid, Indonesia, 19th Century

Located in Wien, AT

According to an old collection inscription, the piece dates to the 19th century and was originally used as a traditional storage container, likely for rice, grain or household provis...

Category

Late 19th Century Indonesian Tribal Antique Containers

Materials

Wood

An Early Charity Container from an Agudath Israel Convention
An Early Charity Container from an Agudath Israel Convention

An Early Charity Container from an Agudath Israel Convention

Located in New York, NY

Below the number, a narrow slit allows for the insertion of coins, making it a practical donation container. The reverse side of the tin bears an inscription that reads: "Histadruth...

Category

Early 20th Century European Antique Containers

Materials

Tin

Chinese Round Grain Container with Offering Fruits, c. 1900
Chinese Round Grain Container with Offering Fruits, c. 1900

Chinese Round Grain Container with Offering Fruits, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This hand-crafted wood container dates to the early 20th century and was used to store rice and other grains.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Containers

Materials

Iron

Monumental 19th Century English Georgian Brass and Copper Firewood Container
Monumental 19th Century English Georgian Brass and Copper Firewood Container

Monumental 19th Century English Georgian Brass and Copper Firewood Container

Located in Buchanan, MI

Monumental 19th century English Georgian brass and copper firewood container also would be as great planter. Amazing patina and finish

Category

19th Century English George III Antique Containers

Materials

Brass, Copper

Indonesian Gold Betel Container Necklace, Central Flores, 19th Century
Indonesian Gold Betel Container Necklace, Central Flores, 19th Century

Indonesian Gold Betel Container Necklace, Central Flores, 19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A stunning 19th Indonesia gold sirih, or betel, container suspended from a woven gold chain. The rectangular container is decorated with a large "x" motif that is filled wi...

Category

19th Century Indonesian Antique Containers

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

large Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s
large Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s

large Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Early 20th Century German Belsnickle / Santa Claus Candy Container, Paper Mâché & Cardboard This beautiful German Belsnickle / Santa Claus candy container dates to the early 20t...

Category

1920s German Folk Art Antique Containers

Materials

Paper

large Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s
large Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s

large Santa Claus Belsnickel Papermache Candy Container German Christmas 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Early 20th Century German Belsnickle / Santa Claus Candy Container, Paper Mâché & Cardboard This beautiful German Belsnickle / Santa Claus candy container dates to the early 20t...

Category

1920s German Folk Art Antique Containers

Materials

Paper

Japanese Scrimshaw Carved Bone Sectional Container (Inrō Style), Meiji Period
Japanese Scrimshaw Carved Bone Sectional Container (Inrō Style), Meiji Period

Japanese Scrimshaw Carved Bone Sectional Container (Inrō Style), Meiji Period

Located in San Diego, CA

A finely carved Japanese sectional container in the traditional inrō form, crafted from polished bone and decorated with detailed scrimshaw engravings.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Containers

Materials

Bone

Silver inkwell with three containers & chiseled tray on zoomorphic feet
Silver inkwell with three containers & chiseled tray on zoomorphic feet

Silver inkwell with three containers & chiseled tray on zoomorphic feet

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver inkwell with three containers and a chiseled tray on a support with four zoomorphic feet.

Category

Early 18th Century European Antique Containers

Materials

Silver

Silver salt & pepper with two crystal containers & pearl-trimmed handle
Silver salt & pepper with two crystal containers & pearl-trimmed handle

Silver salt & pepper with two crystal containers & pearl-trimmed handle

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver salt and pepper shaker with two crystal containers with a frieze on the base and pearls on the handle.

Category

19th Century European Antique Containers

Materials

Silver

Silver toiletry box with mirror, lipstick holder and powder container
Silver toiletry box with mirror, lipstick holder and powder container

Silver toiletry box with mirror, lipstick holder and powder container

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver toiletry box with mirror, lipstick holder and powder container. Metal: Silver. Origin: French. Brand: Tête Minerve.

Category

19th Century European Antique Containers

Materials

Silver

Italian Marble Bamboo Stools, Containers, Coffee Tables, Side Tables 1960s
Italian Marble Bamboo Stools, Containers, Coffee Tables, Side Tables 1960s

Italian Marble Bamboo Stools, Containers, Coffee Tables, Side Tables 1960s

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Italian pair of mid-century modern design bamboo, rattan, and malacca cylindrical containers, stools or coffe tables, side tables, with Giallo Siena marble tops, made in Italy in the...

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1660s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Containers

Materials

Marble

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Antique Containers For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique containers for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and stone, all antique containers available were constructed with great care. Antique containers have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique containers bearing Victorian or Folk Art hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique containers are appealing in their simplicity, but Andrianna Shamaris, Horace Woodward & Co. Ltd. and Bing & Grøndahl produced popular antique containers that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Containers?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,015, while they’re typically $65 on the low end and $149,000 highest priced.