Black Forest Carved Box
Antique Late 19th Century Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Swiss Decorative Boxes
Velvet, Walnut
Antique 1870s German Black Forest Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Wood
Antique 1870s German Black Forest Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Wood
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Bohemian Decorative Boxes
Boxwood
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Wood
Antique 1880s German Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique 1880s Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Musical Instruments
Wood
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Musical Instruments
Wood
Antique 19th Century Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Wood, Walnut
Antique 1880s French Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Mirror, Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century German Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century European Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Velvet, Wood
Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1950s German Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Glass, Wood
Antique 1880s German Black Forest Desks
Walnut
Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Metal
Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century German Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Softwood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Velvet, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Velvet, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Velvet, Wood
Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique 1870s British Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Fabric, Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Velvet, Wood
Antique 1890s Austrian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Vintage 1920s German Folk Art Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Wood
Antique 1890s German Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Antique 1890s German Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Wood
Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Velvet, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century German Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Antler, Wood
Antique 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Shadow Boxes
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Brass
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Black Forest Carved Box For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.