Italian Jewelry Box Seashell Form, Circa Mid-20th Century, Italy
Located in New York, NY
An Italian seashell‑form jewelry box with corduroy‑textured exterior and velvet interior, circa mid‑20th century, Italy.
Brass
Contemporary American Modern Oval Seashell Jewelry Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern oval jewelry box with an applied seashell exterior and red velvet interior.
Coral
Vintage Coastal Seashell Snail Trinket Box – Florida Kitsch Jewelry Box
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A delightful piece of vintage Florida kitsch, this handcrafted seashell trinket box is designed in the form of a whimsical snail, richly adorned with an assortment of natural shells.
Shell, Velvet, Wood
Metal Seashell Jewelry Box, France, Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Metal seashell jewelry box. France, late 19th century. It has silk inside.
Metal
Contemporary American Modern Oval Seashell Veneer Jewelry Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern oval jewelry box with an applied brown and beige seashell exterior and green velvet interior.
Coral
Vintage Seashell-Encrusted Jewelry Box with Floral Motif, 20th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Vintage Seashell-Encrusted Jewelry Box with Floral Motif, 20th Century Description: Wooden base completely covered in a variety of small, natural seashells.
Shell, Wood
Contemporary American Modern Seashell Music Box / Jewelry Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern music box / jewelry box with an exterior finished in beige and pink speckled seashells, which opens along a hinged edge to a red velvet interior, with a ...
Coral
Mother of Pearl Abalone Seashell Jewelry Box, Moorish Design Style, ca. 20th C
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully crafted hexagonal jewelry box inlaid with luminous mother‑of‑pearl and abalone seashell, executed in the Moorish design style, circa mid‑20th century.
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl
Jocelyn Burton Seashell and Moonstone Encrusted Sterling Silver Box
By Jocelyn Burton 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine cylindrical sterling silver box by Jocelyn Burton. The box's lid is richly encrusted with miniature silver sea shells and bezel set with 2 moonstone cabochon gemstones. ...
Moonstone, Sterling Silver
Rare Matthew Linwood Gilt Georgian English Sterling Silver Seashell Form Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine and rare antique English Georgian sterling silver box. In the rare figural form of a snail shell or seashell. The interior of the box is gilt. It was made by Matthew Linwood...
Sterling Silver
Contemporary American Modern Small Circular Seashell Jewelry Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern small circular jewelry box with an applied seashell exterior and black interior.
Coral
Unavailable
H 13 in W 11.82 in D 7.49 in
Antique French seashell Decorative Jewellery /curios Box, Circa 1900
Located in Winchcombe, Gloucesteshire
A rare and unusual box decorated on all sides in various kinds of shells as an early souvenir from the early 20th century. Opens to reveal a lined interior with mirror inside the lid...
Shell
Seashell Encrusted Jewelry Box, Vintage Coastal
Located in Bradenton, FL
Vintage seashell encrusted jewelry box embodies the bohemian aesthetic popular during the mid- 20th century.
Shell
Antique British Colonial Seashell Encrusted Jewelry Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming 19th century British jewelry box ambitiously encrusted with exotic seashells.
Shell, Mirror, Organic Material, Paper
Pair of Antique British Colonial Seashell Encrusted Jewelry Boxes
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Enchanting pair of 19th century British jewelry boxes ambitiously encrusted with exotic seashells with exposed areas covered in marbleized paper.
Shell, Mirror, Organic Material
Sold
H 5 in W 11.75 in D 7.75 in
English Victorian Period 19th Century Jewelry Box with Inlaid Seashell Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Victorian period ash or light walnut jewelry box from the 19th century with inlaid seashell motif.
Wood, Ash, Birch, Mahogany, Walnut
Contemporary American Modern Conch and Cowrie Seashell Jewelry Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern rectangular jewelry box with an exterior finished in applied miniature conch and cowrie seashells, which opens to a teal velvet interior.
Coral
Vintage Jewelry Box Covered Pacific Seashell
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage jewelry box covered pacific seashell.
Shell
Abalone Seashell Jewelry or Decorative Box
Located in New York, NY
An abalone seashell/sea shell box, circa mid-20th century, 1960s, Mexico.
Metal
Contemporary American Modern Heart Shaped Seashell Jewelry Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern heart shaped jewelry box, with an applied seashell exterior and red velvet interior.
Coral
Abalone Seashell Box
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful abalone seashell box with demi-lune arched lid, circa mid-20th century, 1960s, Mexico.
Metal
Abalone Seashell Box
Located in New York, NY
A great decorative box to hold small items on a desk, or as a small jewelry box on a vanity, nightstand table, etc.
Metal
Abalone Seashell and Brass Box
Located in New York, NY
An abalone seashell, brass, and wood lined rectangular box, circa mid-20th century, 1960s, Mexico.
Brass
Abalone Seashell Box
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful abalone seashell/sea shell and wood lined rectangular box.
Metal
White and Pink Ceramic Box with Scallop Seashell
Located in New York, NY
Box can hold jewelry or other small items on a vanity, desk, shelf, etc. or in a bathroom.
Ceramic
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18 Karat Yellow Gold Seashell Pill Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Collectible 18K yellow gold seashell shaped pill box by Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger, circa 1970s. Hallmarks: Tiffany, 18K, Schlumberger.
18k Gold
Sold
H 1.34 in W 1.3 in L 1.66 in
Rare Antique Hilliard & Thomason Sterling Silver Seashell Form Nutmeg Grater
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very rare English sterling silver nutmeg grater. It is modeled as a full bodied scallop seashell and has a cover that reveals a hinged steel grill or grater. The interior rim bea...
Sterling Silver
1/5 Carat Diamond and Pearl Earrings Studs in Original Velvet Seashell Box
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
The perfect earrings for her! These diamond and pearl earrings are so beautiful and classy! Sitting in the original velvet, red seashell box. This box is included in the purchase of ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Wedgwood Jasperware Box with Scallop Seashell Design
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware small oval box with scallop seashell design, circa 1970s late-20th century, England.
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Vintage Silver Indian Box with Seashell Top
Located in Oakland Park, FL
Offered by the Antique Textiles Galleries: Vintage silver Indian box with seashell top. Vintage silver Indian box with a seashell designed top.
Silver
A large red coral branch from Wunderkammer, Italy 1870.
Located in Milan, IT
This large branch of Mediterranean coral, 'Corallium Rubrum' is mounted on a gilt bronze base. The creation of the vase-shaped base involves various techniques: lost wax casting, mol...
Coral, Bronze
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
Andrianna Shamaris Coral Fan
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful coral fan set on a minimalist white stand. We have a collection. Great as a party gift or table setting. All one of a kind. Andrianna Shamaris. The Leader In Modern Organ...
Coral
$1,981
H 21.66 in W 32.29 in D 16.93 in
Circa 1900's, an Italian, Provincial Style, decorative Bird Cage
Located in London, Park Royal
1900's Italian Provincial Style Decorative Bird Cage with Yellow Stained Glass Windows. Crafted in Italy, this piece offers a blend of rustic charm and delicate artistry, suitable fo...
Wire
Fabergé Silver Service
By Fabergé
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary 128-piece service by Fabergé is a rare treasure in more ways than one. Enclosed in its original oak chest, the exquisite service remains complete and in pristine c...
Silver
$950Sale Price|36% Off
H 6 in W 11 in D 10 in
Large Vintage Reef Coral Natural Specimen, Real. (ships in USA only)
Located in Warrenton, OR
Large Vintage Reef Coral Natural Specimen, Real. (ships in USA only) Beach Decor . ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing end May and items will not be available thereafter.*** A stu...
Coral
Purple Sea Fan Coral Mounted on an Ebonised Base
Located in Hastings, GB
THIS CORAL CAN ONLY BE SHIPPED INSIDE THE UK, NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING DUE TO RESTRICTIONS Beautiful large natural vintage sea fan coral Soft pinky / purple color The coral is mou...
Coral
Antique Seashell Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Enchanting antique English box crafted with a hinged top lovingly decorated with collected exotic seashells over a cardboard bottom.
Shell
$454
H 2.76 in W 7.09 in D 4.73 in
Vintage Italian Shell Encrusted Grotto Jewelry Box Re-Lined Interior c. 1950
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This finely crafted Italian shell-encrusted jewelry box exudes a charming Grotto style, typical of mid-century decorative art from the 1950s. Its oval shape is meticulously adorned w...
Shell
Antique Sea Shell Decorative Coffin Box with Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful coffin shape trinket box encrusted with shells. This box would be stunning on a dressing table, side table, or coffee table. Its hinged lid opens to fit miscellaneous ite...
Shell
$750
H 2 in W 6 in D 4 in
English Victorian style (1940s) small rectangular box inlaid with sea shells
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian style (1940s) small rectangular box inlaid with various sea shells and having a beige woven interior
1970s Handmade Domed Top Shell Box
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1970s handmade domed top shell box.
Shell
Contemporary American Modern Large Seashell Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern rectangular box, with an applied seashell veneer and green, teal and blue patterned interior.
Coral
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.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.