Early 20th century lacquered vanity box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century lacquered vanity box circa 1910. Good quality chinese export table top vanity
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Mirror, Wood
Chinese Vanity Box
Antique Chinese Lacquered Flip-Up Travel Shaving Jewellery Box Vanity Mirror
$708
H 12 in W 20 in D 13 in
Antique Chinese Lacquered Flip-Up Travel Shaving Jewellery Box Vanity Mirror
Located in Wembley, GB
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Pair of Antique Chinese Table Top Vanity Jewellery Box Cabinets Folding Mirrors
$2,082 / set
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Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of antique Chinese Export table top vanity
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Materials
Brass
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$1,800
H 6.25 in W 11.13 in D 8.25 in
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Located in Mt Kisco, NY
Antique Chinese Wooden Jewelry Box, a masterpiece of intricate inlay work. Handcrafted by skilled
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Materials
Metal
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Early 20th Century Chinese Vanity Box
Located in Chicago, IL
A c. 1900 vanity box from Jiangsu Province, China made of golden birch wood, which is an unusual
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Chinese Jade and Gilt Metal Vanity Box, Casket Box
Located in Manhasset, NY
Chinese jade and gilt metal vanity box, casket box. This sweet jade antique casket or vanity
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Materials
Jade, Bronze
1930s Chinese Travelling Shaving / Vanity Mirror Box
Located in Norwich, GB
1930s Chinese travelling shaving / vanity mirror box. The box is in very good condition, and the
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Materials
Brass
Chinese Black Lacquer Vanity Box, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
her cosmetics, jewelry, and other personal treasures. The wooden box is cloaked in layers of black
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Materials
Brass
Antique Ladies Travelling Vanity Box, Chinese, Elm, Brass, Dressing Table Case
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H 8.27 in W 10.24 in D 13.39 in
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Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique ladies travelling vanity box. A Chinese, elm and brass dressing table case with
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Brass
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Located in Chicago, IL
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Antique Chinese Wooden Jewelry Box or Vanity Dresser Chest with Intricate Inlay
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H 7.75 in W 10 in D 12.5 in
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Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very elaborate jewelry box or vanity dresser makeup chest is unsigned, but presumed to have
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Early 20th century lacquered vanity box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century lacquered vanity box circa 1910. Good quality Chinese export table top vanity
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Materials
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Antique Chinese Lacquered Flip Up Travel Shaving Jewelry Box Vanity Mirror
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H 5 in W 3 in D 6.5 in
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Located in Dayton, OH
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Materials
Lacquer
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Chinese Vanity Box For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Chinese vanity box you’re looking for. A Chinese vanity box — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a Chinese vanity box, we have 10 options in-stock, while there are 8 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the Chinese vanity box you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A Chinese vanity box, designed in the modern, Scandinavian Modern or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Chinese vanity box over the years, but those crafted by Betjemanns & Sons, Studio MVW and Thomas Dariel are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Chinese Vanity Box?
Prices for a Chinese vanity box start at $59 and top out at $124,150 with the average selling for $2,437.
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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