India Trinket Box
Vintage 1920s Indian Decorative Boxes
Stone, Metal
Late 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Lacquer, Paper
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Antique 1880s Indian Early Victorian Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Bone
Antique 1880s Indian Early Victorian Decorative Boxes
Paper
Late 20th Century Indian Islamic Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Metal
20th Century Indian Agra Decorative Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Decorative Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Marble
20th Century Indian Bauhaus Decorative Boxes
Stone
20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Stone
20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Stone, Jade, Carrara Marble
Antique 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Hardwood, Ebony, Sandalwood
Early 20th Century Lebanese Islamic Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Silver
20th Century Indian Bauhaus Decorative Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Carrara Marble
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Islamic Decorative Boxes
Marble
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
20th Century Indian Folk Art Jewelry Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Indian Islamic Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Horn, Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Metal, Silver
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Indian Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Agra Metalwork
Silver
Mid-20th Century Indian Islamic Tea Caddies
Copper
Antique 1880s Indian Early Victorian Decorative Boxes
Paper
Antique Early 1900s Indian Victorian Decorative Boxes
Wood, Paper
20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jars
Brass
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Brass
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Antique Early 1900s Indian Lacquer
Brass
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Animal Sculptures
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Folk Art Metalwork
Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Metalwork
Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Metalwork
Stone, Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Coconut
20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Wood, Bone
20th Century Indian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Indian Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Jewelry Boxes
Bone, 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.
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