Brass Casket
Mid-20th Century Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork
Brass, Enamel
Antique 16th Century Iraqi Islamic Metalwork
Brass
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Copper
Antique Early 1800s Indian Islamic Metalwork
Silver, Brass
1960s Italian Novelty Bags
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Collectible Jewelry
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Antique 1860s English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Crystal Serveware
Crystal, Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Regency Jewelry Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Irish Victorian Desk Sets
Brass
Antique Early 1900s German Jugendstil Jewelry Boxes
Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc
Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Jewelry Boxes
Marble, Brass
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Tea Caddies
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Brass
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Crystal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century French Baroque Revival Jewelry Boxes
Brass, Bronze
Antique 1860s English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass, Ormolu
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu, Brass
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 17th Century English Charles II Decorative Boxes
Brass, Iron
Antique Early 19th Century French Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Brass, Bronze, Ormolu
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Edwardian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Jewelry Boxes
Brass, Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel, Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Czech Art Nouveau Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century Victorian Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Antique 1880s European Decorative Boxes
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Jewelry Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Antique 1890s Austrian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 1880s Austrian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes
Brass, Metal
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Agra Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century English Other Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Folk Art More Furniture and Collectibles
Bronze
Antique 19th Century European Decorative Boxes
Brass, Copper
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass
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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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