Antique Work Boxes

A set of hair-work articles and award lithograph associated with the Flower Show of Savannah, Georgia, 1888. Not removed for inspection, but likely sterling and gold. Presented in ...

French 18th century painted box. This work comes from Normandy France.

Rectangular box with three tones of gold and royal blue enamel. The hinged lid is embellished with a multicolored gold medallion in relief featuring a bouquet of roses and tulips, se...

A very beautiful piece, a work of art. Box measures: 1.75" height x 12.13" diameter.

A blend of leaves, nuts, seasonings, and sometimes tobacco, betel was kept in finely worked and decorated boxes. This round betel box is painted with concentric circles of red, black...

A Regency leather jewelry, work and writing casket, the hinged lid enclosing a partitioned compartment, the moulded doors enclosing four drawers with faux book spine fronts, the low...

- Charming and characterful nautical design - Depicting a fleet of five galleons or warships at anchor in a bay with three men in a dingy rowing ashore on the top - The front with ...

The box served as a lady’s combined work and dressing box, with the mirror above and jewelry, needlework tools and small treasures below.

A distinguished example of Victorian papier-mâché decorative work, this glove box combines functional purpose with elegant, hand-executed decorative artistry.

Gilding on the extremities of the spiral shape box. Work realized under Napoleon III (1852-1870).   

The box is a work of art, meticulously fashioned to delight a regal perfume connoisseur.

Bayon” on the lid, the box reflects the work of a regional artisan and carries both decorative and collectible appeal.

A Meiji period moriage cloisonné box and cover with two carp, the rectangular box worked in coloured enamels in standard, moriage (raised) and musen (wireless) cloisonné with one gre...

It has the classic Regency look, beautifully decorated with brass nail heads, handles and feet and a lovely fret-work grill. A great box for the intended use, for kindling or as a wo...

This charming musical jewelry and sewing box is a work of art inside and out. Crafted of rich wood, this chest is adorned with doré bronze details, including lion's paw feet.

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A Meiji period cloisonné box and cover with sparrows, prunus and bamboo, the rectangular box worked in gold and silver wire and coloured enamels with birds amongst a blossoming tree ...

The decoration and work of this box make it a vestige of French history.

The technique of inlay, therefore, is very complicated-only the most skilled Master cabinetmakers were able to do such difficult work. Another characteristic of the box is the type o...

This type of sewing box, from the Bombay area would normally have intricate ‘sadeli mosaic’ work all over, but this one did/does not.

The hinged-lid top lifting open to reveal a visually striking blue interior fitted with a removable compartmentalized tray over open compartment, rising on bracket feet. circa 1875 ...

Folk Art from the 1890s, it features an inlaid star motif on the lid and diamond patterns on the sides (marquetry work). The box is secured with metal hooks and exhibits dovetail j...

Openwork wooden box, worked with a decoration of flowers and animals; the lid is enhanced with a bone net; iron fasteners Work in the style of the workshops of Abramtsevo and Elen...

Sevres boxes, such as this one, are very unusual because of their large size, shape, and fine detail work.

Lace boxes work very well placed on a piece of furniture or on top of a coffee table/ottoman.

The box is marked with a gilt "2" on the inside cover.

Early 19th Century German 13 Loth Silver Repoussé Landscape Box, Hanau, Circa 1820 Measures: 2.25" W x 1.5" D x 0.75" H / 62 Grams A finely worked small silver box crafted in 13 l...

Simply a wonderfully worked box with a fascinating historical connection!

Pair of Charles X ring holders (baguiers) with ormolu mounts embellished with small flowers. A high backing of mother-of-pearl joins a small, ormolu bowl featuring openwork interlaci...

P0123 A stunning William IV rosewood work and jewellery box, dating to circa 1840. This exceptional piece features elegant quadrant beading alongside fine decorative inlays on both t...

This piece is a wonderful example of Spanish artisan work. Perfect as a jewelry box, cigarette box, keepsake case, or tabletop decorative object, it brings old-world elegance and co...

Some minor damage to the top (repair is obvious in pics) and ivorine replacements to some edging, but it still a BEAUTIFUL BOX and of real QUALITY! The mosaic work is FABULOUS!

No matter where you decide to use it for or wherever you decide to have it on display, this antique box will never fail to impress. Mind you, our sharp price for this hand-crafted,...

Pastoral box. Carved antler, wood, metal. Spanish school, 1861.

Rectangular, enameled gold vinaigrette. The hinged lid is decorated with enamel on gold and displays a view of an Alpine lake in front of a mountain range. The sides of the vinaigret...

Lutuan tell an interesting story of the spread of Islam and Islamic crafts. The silver inlay work shown on this box originated in Syria. The function originated in India.

This rare and delicate bag was handcrafted in the early 19th century. The silk is covered with a net that is used for embroidering. The handbag is decorated on one side with hand emb...

The head of the pig can be removed and discover the hole of the tobacco box. French work realized in colorful Barbotine in the 19th century, in the style of the French Onnaing Manuf...

This charming musical jewelry and sewing box is a work of sublime artistry. Almost certainly German or Austrian in origin and crafted of deep, ebonized wood, this chest is adorned wi...

The beautiful worked Majolica box shows a flour bag with a Noble man sitting in it, who also forms the detachable cover.

Quality antique Victorian inlaid burr walnut work table, having a quality inlaid burr walnut top above a fitted drawer and a sliding work box, supported on four columns, standing on ...

We suspect that these are casting flaws that were worked on when the box was assembled. Additionally, there are some fine bends and possibly a few spots of solder in the scroll feet.

Anglo-Indian Bone inlay Ebony Chess Board 'Sadeli' work box.

Pair of Satinwood Sewing Tables Oval Round Top , work box inside Hand Painted Floral Decoration Standing on Three Legs united by Painted Stretcher These Tables have been Gently Repo...

An unusual and highly versatile piece, suitable as a decorative storage box, occasional table, sewing or work box, or distinctive accent piece within a bedroom, drawing room or sophi...

The base with a linen fold pattern along the top face, over three joined panels with diamond carvings, on raised feet. Interior with hinged work box.

Having wonderful flower and leaf decoration to the top and sides, ormolu mounts, a hinged mirror top, a large single drawer and a work box beneath. Raised on four delicate cabriole l...

Antique English Victorian Bamboo Rattan Sewing Box Work Stand Side Table. Item features a single drawer, lower shelf, flip top with interior storage and lift out tray (more recently ...

Box with a corrugated, embossed, polychrome wooden core and leaf decoration.

Outstanding quality antique Victorian burr walnut inlaid floral marquetry games table, having a outstanding quality burr walnut inlaid floral marquetry swizzle top opening to reveal ...

Circa 1920 (Taisho period) this Japanese sewing work box is made of highly figured mulberry wood and of the most beautiful grain and fine quality workmanship; in un-restored and exce...

Antique fine quality Victorian C1880 inlaid burl walnut and amboyna work side sewing table box. 19th Century Aesthetic period styling.

This is a French work. Executive period - 19th century.

Dr C Dresser made by Benham and Froud. An Aesthetic Movement walnut coal box with stylized floral brass metalwork, retaining its original shovel.  

Fine quality antique Victorian burr walnut inlaid games table having a quality burr walnut inlaid chess board, fold over top opening to reveal a green baize interior above three frie...

Adirondack twig-work lidded and handled box with original fabric inside.

India Overlands, Dressing Bags, Desks, Morocco and Hide Leather Bags, Hat Boxes, Sample Cases, Jewel Cases, Work Boxes, School Boxes and Satchels, Brief Bags, Cash and Post Bags, Com...

We are delighted to offer for sale this very fine, Regency circa 1810-1820 Coromandel work box / sewing table This is pretty much the finest work table I have ever seen, it has be...

The raised pagoda style lid continues the decoration across the top panel with matching gilt work throughout. The lacquer box is raised upon four lion paw feet and fitted with a dia...

A massive Japanese embordered tapestry professionally displayed in a custom acrylic shadow box. The fine work of textile art is dated to 1890-1920s, late Meiji (1868-1912) or possibl...