Bombe Box
2010s American Decorative Boxes
Tapestry
Antique Mid-18th Century European Rococo Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Belgian Other Jewelry Boxes
Brass, Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes
Onyx, Brass
Late 20th Century Baroque Revival Decorative Boxes
Hardwood, Paint
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Decorative Boxes
Metal
2010s American Decorative Boxes
Wood, Tapestry
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Austrian Campaign Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Brass, Tin
Antique 1890s German Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Tea Caddies
Mahogany
Antique 1810s English Jewelry Boxes
Leather
Antique 1750s English George II Decorative Boxes
Agate, Gold
Antique 1870s French Decorative Boxes
Ormolu
Early 20th Century Spanish Country Decorative Boxes
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century English Georgian Tea Caddies
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Tea Caddies
Zebra Wood, Satinwood, Amboyna, Yew
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Jewelry Boxes
Brass, Copper
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Antique Early 19th Century French Regency Boxes
Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Antique 1790s English Georgian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Enamel
Late 20th Century Jewelry Boxes
Other
Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Tea Caddies
Rosewood
Antique 1870s English Victorian Tea Caddies
Silver Plate
Antique 1810s British Regency Tea Caddies
Shell
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Tea Caddies
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Planters, Cachepots and Jardi...
Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Planters, Cachepots and Jar...
Bronze, Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Planters, Cachepots and Jardin...
Iron
Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique 1740s Dutch Rococo Models and Miniatures
Walnut
Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase ...
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Models and Miniatures
Fruitwood, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Ormolu
Antique Mid-19th Century European Biedermeier Sterling Silver
Silver
2010s American Decorative Boxes
Tapestry, Wood
French Boxes
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Italian Jewelry Boxes
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Glass, Oak
Antique 1820s English Decorative Boxes
Antique 19th Century British Regency Tea Caddies
Yew
Antique 18th Century English Tea Caddies
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century English Grand Tour Decorative Boxes
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Boxes
Horn, Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Boxes
Antique 1870s French Louis XIV Jewelry Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Tea Caddies
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century British Tea Caddies
Sterling Silver
Antique 1830s French Charles X Blanket Chests
Pine, Paint
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Bronze
2010s American Decorative Boxes
Tapestry, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century French Decorative Boxes
Pine
Antique 19th Century English Folk Art Boxes
Mahogany
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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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