Bone Casket
Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Bone
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Decorative Boxes
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Rustic Decorative Boxes
Bone, Hardwood
Antique 1880s British Early Victorian Game Boards
Bone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Decorative Boxes
Metal
Antique 1820s French Folk Art Toys
Bone
Antique 19th Century French Folk Art Game Boards
Bone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Decorative Boxes
Pewter
Antique 1860s English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Shell, Sandalwood
Antique 1820s French Folk Art Outsider and Self Taught Art
Natural Fiber
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Beech
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone
Antique 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Hardwood, Ebony, Sandalwood
20th Century Moorish Decorative Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood, Ebony, Rosewood, Tulipwood
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Gold, Steel
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Tea Caddies
Pewter
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Decorative Boxes
Bone
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2010s French Modern Chairs
Oak
2010s North American Modern Side Chairs
Hardwood
Antique 17th Century French Panelling
Softwood
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Taxidermy
Other
Early 20th Century Unknown Baroque Jewelry Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Brass
Antique 1890s German Dinner Plates
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Outsider and Self Taught Art
Tin
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
Antique 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s German Hollywood Regency Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Vintage 1950s English Renaissance Beds and Bed Frames
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Bronze, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Egyptian Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1600s Italian Adam Style Architectural Elements
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
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Antique Late 18th Century Russian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Paper
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron, Brass
Antique 19th Century Indian Boxes
Bone, Ivory
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Louis XV Decorative Boxes
Foil
Antique 19th Century Asian Regency Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Indian British Colonial Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Sandalwood
Antique Early 18th Century South American Boxes
20th Century African Decorative Boxes
Bone
Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Decorative Boxes
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Ebony, Sandalwood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Boxes
Walnut, Ivory
Antique Early 1900s Syrian Islamic Metalwork
Brass
Antique 1860s Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 1860s English Victorian Desk Sets
Brass
Antique 1860s Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Antique 1870s Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique 1870s English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Decorative Boxes
Other
Antique 19th Century English Boxes
Tortoise Shell, Ivory, Bone, Mother-of-Pearl
Antique 1890s Austrian Other Sterling Silver
Silver
Vintage 1930s Tea Caddies
Bone, Tortoise Shell
Vintage 1930s Tea Caddies
Bone, Tortoise Shell
Vintage 1920s Tea Caddies
Bone, Tortoise Shell
Antique 19th Century Turkish Islamic Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl
Late 20th Century North American Modern Decorative Boxes
Bone, Wood
Antique 1870s Sri Lankan Folk Art Outsider and Self Taught Art
Natural Fiber
Antique 19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Bone, Wood, Paint
Antique 1860s English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Antique 1860s English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique Early 19th Century French Biedermeier Decorative Boxes
Mahogany, Upholstery, Bone
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Bone, Sandalwood
Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Desk Accessories
Silver
Vintage 1950s Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Resin
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Antique Mid-19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Boxes
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Tea Caddies
20th Century American Industrial Wall-mounted Sculptures
Aluminum
Antique 19th Century Spanish Boxes
20th Century Indian Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Bone
Antique 1810s Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian More Asian Art, Objects and Fur...
Bone, Ebony
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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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