Italian Hinged Casket
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
Antique 1840s Italian Rococo Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century German Rococo Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Italian Classical Roman Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
1990s Italian Other Sterling Silver
Silver
Antique 16th Century Spanish Baroque Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 1880s Italian Belle Époque Decorative Boxes
Metal
Antique 1860s French Decorative Boxes
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Dressers
Brass
Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks
Bronze, Ormolu
2010s Indian Grand Tour Decorative Boxes
Stone
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Vases
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Antique 1880s French Porcelain
Porcelain
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Glass
Vintage 1970s French Modern Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
20th Century Indian Grand Tour Decorative Boxes
Lapis Lazuli
Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Revival Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century Decorative Boxes
Lapis Lazuli
Vintage 1980s British Decorative Boxes
Silver
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century French Baroque Mantel Clocks
Bronze
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Enamel Frames and Objects
Vintage 1970s Italian Jewelry Boxes
Silver
Antique 1870s Italian Decorative Boxes
Enamel, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Leather, Suede
Antique 1890s German Sheffield and Silverplate
Silver Plate
Antique 1860s French Decorative Boxes
Ormolu
Antique 1860s English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 1850s French Jewelry Boxes
Enamel, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Glass
Antique 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century French Classical Roman Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Antique 1860s French Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Vintage 1980s Italian Other Jewelry Boxes
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Boxes
Antique 1870s Dutch Jewelry Boxes
Silk, Wood
Antique 1860s French Jewelry Boxes
Marble, Ormolu
20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Antique 1880s French Porcelain
Porcelain
20th Century English Edwardian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Biedermeier Jewelry Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Biedermeier Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Brass, Ormolu, Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Sterling Silver
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Boxes
Vintage 1920s Italian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique 1820s Italian Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Gold, 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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