Italian Trinket Box
Vintage 1930s Italian Decorative Boxes
20th Century Italian Bohemian Decorative Boxes
Alabaster, Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Opaline Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Alabaster, Marble, Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes
Giltwood
20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Alabaster
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble, Brass
Early 20th Century Italian Belle Époque Decorative Boxes
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Alabaster
20th Century Italian Colonial Revival Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
1990s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Leather, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Decorative Boxes
Malachite
20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Lucite, Plexiglass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Alabaster, Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Boxes
Travertine
20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Lucite, Plexiglass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone, Alabaster
20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Pine
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Giltwood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian International Style Decorative Boxes
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Boxes
Travertine
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Art Glass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood, Giltwood
Vintage 1920s Italian Rococo Revival Decorative Boxes
Onyx, Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Pottery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble
Vintage 1970s Italian Victorian Tea Caddies
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Leather
Vintage 1920s Italian Futurist Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Alabaster
Early 20th Century Italian Late Victorian Serving Pieces
Ceramic, Pottery
20th Century Italian Vases
Pottery
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Ceramic
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Porcelain
Porcelain
Antique Early 1900s Italian Hollywood Regency Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes
Giltwood
20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Metal
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Travertine
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone, Alabaster, Marble
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Leather
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Boxes
Crystal
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Italian Trinket Box For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is an Italian Trinket Box?
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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