Hardstone Box
Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Boxes
Malachite
Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Boxes
Rhodoid
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Stone, Silver
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Gold
Vintage 1910s Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes
Stone, Copper, Enamel
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Onyx, Metal
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Stone, Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Stone, Quartz
Antique 1880s Czech Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Agate, Marble
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Quartz, Silver
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Ormolu
Antique 19th Century Italian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Stone
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Stone, Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1970s English Figurative Sculptures
Sterling Silver
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Stone, Silver
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Stone, Silver
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
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Gold
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Silver
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Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Boxes
Malachite
20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone
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Multi-gemstone, Marble
Antique 1850s French Jewelry Boxes
Stone
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Precious Stone, Lacquer
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Stone, Gold
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Gold
Antique 1760s British Georgian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
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Gold
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Gold
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Stone, Gold
Antique Late 18th Century French Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
Antique Early 18th Century European Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
Antique 1750s European George II Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
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Gold
20th Century Decorative Boxes
Stone, Marble
Antique 1810s English Georgian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Stone, Gold
Antique 1810s English Georgian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Stone, Gold
Antique 1780s British George III Decorative Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Boxes
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Malachite
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone, Sterling Silver
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Silver
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Metal
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Stone, Multi-gemstone, Metal, Gold Leaf
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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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