Faux Book Box
Antique Mid-19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century British Boxes
Metal
Late 20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Regency Decorative Boxes
Wood, Leather
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Boxes
Hardwood
Late 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Leather
20th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Leather
1990s American Classical Decorative Boxes
Leather
Recent Sales
Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Resin
Antique 19th Century French Boxes
Leather
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Leather
Early 20th Century Belgian Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Leather, Paper
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Leather, Pine, Paper
Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century French Barware
Leather, Paper, Glass
Antique 19th Century English End Tables
Mahogany, Leather
Mid-20th Century European Books
Leather
Antique 19th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century English Taxidermy
Natural Fiber, Pine, Paper
Antique 19th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Antique 19th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Vintage 1950s Italian Decorative Boxes
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century English Boxes
Wood, Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Fabric, Wood, Paper
Late 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Decorative Boxes
Leather, Paper
Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Leather, Paper
Late 20th Century Italian Other More Furniture and Collectibles
Metal, Steel
Early 20th Century American Bohemian Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Victorian Decorative Boxes
Leather
Early 20th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Leather
Vintage 1960s Italian Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century English Taxidermy
Natural Fiber, Pine, Paper
Antique Late 19th Century English Taxidermy
Natural Fiber, Pine, Paper
Late 20th Century Victorian Decorative Boxes
Leather, Hardwood
Late 20th Century Victorian Decorative Boxes
Hardwood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Leather, Pine, Paper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Faux Leather, Glass
Late 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Metal
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Leather, Glass
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Obelisks
Brass
Early 20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Fabric, Wood, Paper
Mid-20th Century French Barware
Leather, Glass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Barware
Leather, Glass, Paper
Early 20th Century English Boxes
Glass
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Leather, Cardboard
Early 20th Century English Decorative Boxes
Antique 19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Wood, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Books
Wood
Antique 19th Century English End Tables
Late 20th Century Italian American Classical Decorative Boxes
Leather
Late 20th Century German Decorative Boxes
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Decorative Boxes
Faux Leather, Wood
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21st Century and Contemporary French Decorative Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American Fountains
Cast Stone
21st Century and Contemporary American Brutalist Table Lamps
Brass
Antique 1810s English Regency Stairs
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Brass
Early 20th Century Dinner Plates
21st Century and Contemporary American Anglo-Indian Taxidermy
Wood, Feathers
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens
Brass, Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Ceramic
Antique Early 1900s Slovak Jugendstil Pedestals
Beech
2010s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Aluminum, Magnets
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Wood, Shagreen Stingray
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Books
Paper
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Wood, Oak
Antique 1820s English Decorative Boxes
Ivory, Tortoise Shell
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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.
- What is a book box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A book box is a small box that plays a trick on the eye. On the outside, it is painted to look like a book, but on the inside is a carved out interior, meant to store your trinkets and wares. On 1stDibs, find a collection of book boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.
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