Black Papier Mache Box
Vintage 1960s Indian Decorative Boxes
Paper
20th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes
20th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes
Vintage 1960s Indian Decorative Boxes
Paper
Antique Mid-19th Century Decorative Boxes
Paper
Early 20th Century Unknown Decorative Boxes
Composition
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Paper
Vintage 1960s Decorative Boxes
Paper
Antique 19th Century French Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Wood, Paper
Antique 19th Century French Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Wood, Paper
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Asian Modern Decorative Boxes
Paper
Early 20th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes
Paper
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Composition
Early 20th Century Indian Kashan Decorative Boxes
Paper
Antique 1840s English Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Boxes
Gold Leaf
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Empire Decorative Boxes
Lacquer, Paper, Wood
Antique 18th Century Dutch Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Paper
Antique 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Mother-of-Pearl, Paper
Mid-20th Century French Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Paper
Antique 1850s English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Romantic Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Other
Antique Mid-19th Century British Tea Caddies
Paper
Vintage 1910s Chinese Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Paper
Vintage 1910s Chinese Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Paper
Antique 19th Century German Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Paper
Antique 19th Century German Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Paper
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Wood, Paper
Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Paste, Lacquer, Paper
20th Century Russian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Lacquer
Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Lacquer, Paper
Mid-20th Century Indian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Paper
Early 20th Century Indian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Paper
Antique 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Decorative Boxes
Papercord
Antique 19th Century English Inkwells
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century English Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Paper
Antique 1820s Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Paper
Antique 1880s Indian Early Victorian Decorative Boxes
Paper
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Side Tables
Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet, Wood, Paper
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer
Paper
Mid-20th Century East Asian Folk Art Lacquer
Paper
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chairs
Giltwood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary English Books
Paper
Antique Early 19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Paper
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Paper
Antique 1860s European High Victorian Decorative Boxes
Paper
Antique 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes
Paper
Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Paper
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1920s Indian Islamic Decorative Boxes
Paper
Antique 19th Century Chinese Jewelry Boxes
Paper
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Paper
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer
Antique 1820s English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Paper
Antique 19th Century French Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Tea Caddies
Paper
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
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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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