$2,081
H 9.5 in W 25 in D 17 in
Antique French Kingwood Bird's-Eye Maple Jewelry Casket Box Tahan Paris
By Alphonse Tahan 1
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A very elegant large French Kingwood Ormolu mounted casket of very generous proportions and of
Ormolu
TAHAN Antique French Kiln-Fired Enamel Blue Jeweled Jewelry Box
Located in San Marcos, CA
Pristine little antique French kiln-fired enamel jewelry casket, mid-1800s, Likely made for TAHAN
Antique French Kiln-fired Enamel Jewelry Casket, Box, Etui Tahan
Located in San Marcos, CA
, almost exclusively, sold through the Lauded French retailer and ebeniste, Tahan, in their luxury
Napoléon III Period, Rose Enamel, Boulle Style, Jewelry Box
By Jean-Pierre Tahan
Located in Charleston, SC
A fine and rare French Napoléon III period, rose enamel, Boulle style, jewelry box that is signed
Antique French Mahogany Mother Pearl Jewelry Casket Box Tahan Paris
By Alphonse Tahan 1
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A very elegant large French dark mahogany inlaid with ebony, mother of pearl, Abalone and brass
Ormolu
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H 8.5 in W 21 in D 15 in
Antique French Mahogany Brass Inlaid Jewelry Casket Box Tahan Paris 19th Century
By Alphonse Tahan 1
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A very elegant large French well figured mahogany inlaid with Brass stringing Casket of very
Ormolu
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H 5.5 in W 10 in D 6.25 in
Antique French Gold Bronze & Mosaic with Malachite Jewel Box Signed "Tahan."
Located in New Orleans, LA
Important antique French gold bronze and mosaic with malachite jewel box, signed "Tahan," Circa
Malachite, Bronze
19th Century Gilt Bronze Jewel Casket Box by Tahan
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful antique French ormolu and carved cameo shell mounted jewelry casket, retailed
Ormolu
C. 1830 Amboyna & Brass Bound Jewlery Box
By Tahan Paris
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1830 amboyna & brass bound jewelry box attributed to Tahan of Paris. Elegant lining. With
Brass
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H 7.29 in W 11.82 in D 8.27 in
Antique French Parquet Worked Cigars Box, Napoleon III Era, circa 1850s-1870s
By Tahan Paris
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Antique French parquet worked cigars box, Napoleon III era, circa 1850s-1870s. The parquet work
Antique Jewellery Box
By Tahan Paris
Located in London, by appointment only
Superb rare 19th century French kingwood, rosewood and mother-of-pearl Parquetry ormolu-mounted
Ormolu
19th Century Porcelain and Ormolu Jewel Casket Box by Tahan
Located in London, GB
A French porcelain and gilt metal mounted casket, Tahan à Paris, the porcelain panels painted
Ormolu
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H 0.99 in W 4.34 in D 2.56 in
Tahan Antique French Jewelry Box Napoleon III 3 xix Century Boulle Marquetery
By Tahan Paris
Located in VENDAYS-MONTALIVET, FR
Box Marquetry Boulle Signed TAHAN th. Napoleon 3 Napoleon III" Description: Pretty and elegant
Wood
Antique French Jewelry Box by Alphonse Tahan, 19th Century
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Antique French jewelry box by Tahan, its veneered in walnut with beautiful bronze mounts with
Brass
Antique French TAHAN Boulle Serpentine Jewelry Chest, 12" Box
Located in South Coast, CA
The signature excites anyone who knows their French - their French maker marks, that is. TAHAN is
TAHAN Antique French Kiln-Fired Enamel Large Oval Jewelry Box
Located in San Marcos, CA
Superb and large antique French kiln-fired enamel jewelry casket, mid-1800s, signature TAHAN, which
Antique Bronze Ormolu and Leather Jewelry Casket
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 3 3/4in W: 9 3/4in D: 5in This Antique Turn of the Century Bronze Ormolu and Leather Jewelry Casket is truly remarkable and is made of the highest quality! If you t...
Bronze, Ormolu
$1,074
H 4.34 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in
Antique French Silvered & Gilt Jewellery Casket Box AB Paris 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful Antique silvered and gilt on copper French jewellery casket, signed AB Paris and Circa 1880 in date. Of rectangular form this wonderful casket is of very high...
Copper
$1,495
H 5 in W 13 in D 9.5 in
Large 19th Century French Napoleon III Marquetry Jewelry Box, Marked Lucie
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This large mid nineteenth century marquetry box from the Napoleon III period features a burl thuya wood field surrounded by a concentric border of intricately inlaid ebonized pearwoo...
Bronze
$986
H 6.5 in W 12 in D 6.5 in
Antique Bronze Burl Walnut French Jewelry Sewing Casket Silk Lined Interior 19C
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exceptionally fine quality example of a Lady’s or Gentleman’s early Victorian Period Gilt Bronze mounted well figured Burr Walnut Jewlery Casket or Table Box made during the third...
Brass
French 19th Century Silver Plated Casket
Located in London, GB
The whole casket is richly decorated. Standing on lions paw feet adorned with baroque motifs the scene on top depicts cupid stood beside two lovers (possibly) Daphne and Apollo. The ...
Silver Plate
Antique Figured Coromandel Brass Box / Casket 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a magnificent antique brass bound coromandel Victorian Gothic Revival casket by Parkins and Gotto, 24 & 25 Oxford Street, London, circa 1860 in date. The rectangular box fe...
Brass
$1,674
H 5.2 in W 8.8 in D 4.8 in
Stunning Late 1800s Gothic Revival Walnut & Brass Tea Caddy Box W. Great Patina
Located in Lisse, NL
A very pleasing, late 19th century, double compartment tea caddy. This marvellous and rare tea caddy is in very good condition and the burl walnut has a truly warm, deep and rich pa...
Bronze, Brass
19th Century French Marquetry Inlaid and Ebonized Wood Box
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Napoleon III precious wood and marquetry Inlaid and ebonized box. Hinged box top features a central motif of fauna and flowers. Inner box is lined with blue satin padded...
Wood
French late 19th century Art Nouveau Period Ormolu box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and high quality French late 19th century Art Nouveau Period Ormolu box. This exceptional box is raised on four foliate feet below large scale scrolled acanthus leaf corne...
Ormolu
Antique French Shaped Kingwood Jewel Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
A beautiful turned out box, with a splendid interior. Kingwood is always so warm and pleasing. The brass fittings are nice as well.
Kingwood
Art Deco Box, 1930, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All ...
Wood, Mirror
English Birdseye Maple Sewing Box
Located in Huntington, NY
Regency birdseye maple sewing box with lions heads handles on each side & lions hairy paw feet with a key.
Brass
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.