Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
19th Century European Other Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Tortoise Shell, Glass
19th Century English Other Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Tortoise Shell, Burl
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Gold, Enamel
1760s English Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Enamel, Ormolu
Late 19th Century English Georgian Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Tortoise Shell, Burl
1790s French Neoclassical Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Gold
Early 1900s Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Tortoise Shell
1890s French Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Tortoise Shell
1890s Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Tortoise Shell
19th Century English Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Tortoise Shell
1880s French Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Tortoise Shell
19th Century British Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Mahogany, Tortoise Shell
1840s Swiss Early Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Silver, Iron, Cut Steel, Steel, Bronze
19th Century English Regency Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Silver
1840s Swiss Early Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Silver, Iron, Cut Steel, Steel, Bronze
1840s Swiss Early Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Silver, Iron, Cut Steel, Steel, Bronze
1840s Swiss Early Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Silver, Iron, Cut Steel, Steel, Bronze
Late 18th Century European Rococo Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Tortoise Shell
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Gold Plate
Late 19th Century Post-Impressionist Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Canvas, Oil
20th Century English Neoclassical Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
20th Century Persian Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Silver
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Ceramic
19th Century Academic Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Oil
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Lacquer
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Brass
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Spruce
1970s Old Masters Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Canvas, Oil
1890s German Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Louis XVI Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Wood
18th Century Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Oil
Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Wood
Mid-17th Century Old Masters Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Oil
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Gold
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Enamel, Gold
Late 18th Century Italian Romantic Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Gold
Early 19th Century Russian Romantic Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Gold
Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
18k Gold
1820s Italian Restauration Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Stone, Gold
18th Century English Georgian Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Silver, Brass
19th Century English Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Tortoise Shell
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Brass
18th Century and Earlier Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Gold
19th Century English Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Tortoise Shell
1920s English Art Deco Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s English Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Tortoise Shell
19th Century English Regency Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Silver
Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
14k Gold
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Tortoise Shell Snuff Box
9k Gold
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Finding the Right boxes for You
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.
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