Antique sterling silver makeup box
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Antique Sterling Silver Makeup Box This is an antique silver makeup box, with a compact
Sterling Silver
English Victorian Burl Wood Makeup Box
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian burl wood traveling vanity / make up box with ebonized trim edge and a small
Silver
An Art Deco Enamel Vanity case Coral & Diamond Makeup Box c.1920
By Corona
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
The rectangular-shaped blue enamel vanity case with silver-coloured enamel borders and carved Coral and rose-cut diamond clasp opening to reveal a mirror, two powder compartments and...
Coral, Gold, Enamel
Elmwood Early 20th Century Makeup Chest with Doors and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese elmwood makeup or jewelry chest from the early 20th century with five drawers and brass
Brass
$1,250
H 0.5 in W 3.13 in D 2.5 in
Art Deco Perfection: 1939 Enamel Travel Suitcase Makeup Compact Case MUST SEE!
Located in Red Lion, PA
Art Deco Perfection: 1939 Enamel Travel Suitcase Makeup Compact Case, MUST SEE! An extraordinary
Metal
$250
H 0.38 in Dm 2.25 in
Beautiful Art Deco Green Black Elgin American EAM Ladies Makeup & Mirror Compact
By Elgin American Mfg Co.
Located in Red Lion, PA
Beautiful Art Deco Circular Elgin American EAM Ladies Makeup & Mirror Compact, Emerald Green and
Metal, Enamel
Valentino Enameled Powder & Rouge Makeup Cases w/ Gems
Located in Van Nuys, CA
An olive green Valentino enameled powder and rouge case with gems and a trademark "V" design on the powder case. Each case opens to reveal compartments with geometric designs in the ...
Metal
$78
H 1.88 in W 1.88 in D 0.5 in
1930's Art Deco Bonjour Navy Ladies Octogonal Makeup Compact w/ Mirror & Puff
Located in Red Lion, PA
1930s Bourjois Art Deco Navy Blue Enamel and Chrome Makeup Compact with Unused Powder and Puff
Metal, Enamel
$760Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.38 in W 6.88 in D 4.785 in
French Art Deco Cigarette Box or Makeup Pencil Holder by Marius Agogue Loiret
Located in Miami, FL
French Art Deco cigarette box, France, late 1930s. Constructed with fine mahogany and birch woods
Birch, Mahogany
1934 Female Portrait Pastel on Paper by Henry Clive
By Henry Clive
Located in Van Nuys, CA
. His pretty girl pastels also graced many a makeup tin and pencil box. He also did calendar girls. Ad
Paper
Unavailable
H 0.75 in W 3.75 in D 1 in
Victorian Silver and Mother-of-Pearl Makeup Box, Birmingham, 1893
By Levi & Salaman
Located in Umberleigh, Devon
A stunning English Victorian silver and mother-of-pearl makeup box with central hand-painted
Silver
Concrete Glam Mirror
Located in sfax, TN
, making it convenient for travel or storage. Presented in an exquisite gift box, this makeup mirror is
Concrete
Chinese Cosmetic Chest Makeup Box with Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chinese black lacquer makeup box / cosmetic chest with mirror. A lovely addition to the dressing
Wood, Lacquer
English Clowns Shoes and Makeup Box
Located in London, GB
The English clowns shoes and makeup box We are proud to offer a rare set of handmade English
Leather
19th Century Mughal Painted Wooden Box
Located in London, GB
lifting sections. It would have been used as a makeup box or to keep trinkets in at some point. Size in
Pine
Art Deco Flapper Pola Negri by Henry Clive Beauty Tin Box
By Henry Clive
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Metal makeup box featuring a portrait by Henry Clive of Paramount Pictures Flapper Pola Negri
Metal
Art Deco "Tattoo" Makeup Store Display in Catalin and Chrome
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This Art Deco makeup display was designed for the "Tattoo" company whose logo faintly appears along
Steel, Chrome
Art Deco "Tattoo" Makeup Store Display in Catalin and Chrome
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This Art Deco makeup display was designed for the "Tattoo" company whose logo faintly appears along
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Gucci Makeup Box Lipstick Vault Beveled Mirror
By Gucci
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Gucci Lipstick Vault Box Beveled mirror 19.5 w x 9.5 d x 2.5 h Box only. Worn used preowned
Mirror, Paper
Antique Asian Jewelry Box, Makeup Box, Solid Elm Wood, Convertible
Located in Somis, CA
this special jewelry box. The swirling grains are elegant and beautiful. Box opens to reveal three full
Wood
19th Century French Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Make Up Music Box
Located in Dallas, TX
Top your vanity with this interesting makeup box; crafted in France, circa 1880, the black
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Asian Traveling Makeup/Jewelry Box Late 19th Century
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Mirrored traveling makeup /jewelry case with silvered butterfly hinges.
Fruitwood
Unique Postmodern Surrealism Hand Painted Folk Art Makeup or Beauty Box
By Salvador Dalí, (after) Salvador Dali, René Magritte
Located in Miami, FL
Unique piece of Postmodern Surrealism Folk Art, a makeup or beauty vanity box, rendered in wood
Brass
Sold
H 2.63 in W 2.25 in D 0.38 in
Art Deco Mint Green Chrome Elgin American Ladies Compact Mirror Makeup on Chain
By Elgin American Mfg Co.
Located in Red Lion, PA
1930s Art Deco Mint Green and Chrome Elgin American Ladies Compact Mirror on Chain A stunning example of 1930s Art Deco glamour, this Elgin American ladies compact mirror embodies t...
Metal, Enamel
Japanese Makeup Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Japanese kiriwood makeup box with hand carved waves of water and birds flying in the
Copper
Chinese Jewelry Makeup Box
Located in Sarasota, FL
, bell, picture of landscape, etc. with mirror (which stands and is connected) drawers inside for makeup
Wood, Bone, Ivory
Antique Chinese Hand Painted Lacquer Scene Gilt Fan with Lacquer Box
Located in Brea, CA
19th century antique Chinese hand painted lacquer scene gilt fan with original lacquer box.
Lacquer
$5,880
H 1 in W 17 in D 9.5 in
Antique Chinese Hand Paint Gold Lacquer Scene Gilt Fan with Lacquer Box
Located in Brea, CA
19th century antique Chinese hand painted gold lacquer scene gilt fan 100 faces with original lacquer box, fan is 17 inch x 9.5 x 1, the lacquer fan box is 10.5 x 2.5 x 2 inch.
Lacquer
$28,861Sale Price|25% Off
H 13 in W 10.63 in D 4.34 in
Hand-colored 16th century copy of the famous Moerentorf Bible
By Henry Moret
Located in ZWIJNDRECHT, NL
Publisher: Daniel Vervliet and Hendrik Swingen for Jan I Moretus & Jan I van Keerberghen Place / Date: Antwerp, 1599 Biblia sacra. Dat is de geheele heylighe schrifture bed...
Wood, Paper
$1,795Sale Price|20% Off
H 6.6 in W 12 in D 9 in
Antique English Coromandel Fitted Traveling Vanity Dressing Box, circa 1870
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique 19th century English coromandel and rosewood fitted travel vanity or dressing box, circa 1870. This fine box contains the original contents including silverplate lid...
Silver Plate
$7,045
H 3.15 in Dm 0.04 in
1913 René Lalique Perfume Bottle Paquerettes Roger & Gallet Glass Blue Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Perfume Bottle Tiara "Pâquerettes" (Daisies) made in clear and frosted glass with blue patina by René Lalique in 1913 for Roger and Gallet. Molded signature. Perfect condition. Beau...
Blown Glass
Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Venetian style (20th Cent) octagonal shaped painted and decorated metal and wood bird cage with 8 upholstered seat and back cushions around base. (Franco Zefferelli Collection)
Metal
$187,500
H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...
Glass, Mahogany
Silver, Black Enamel and Marquesite Card Case
Located in London, GB
An attractive silver, silver gilt, black enamel and marquesite card case. The case in excellent condition with no chips or repairs. Most unusual clip which forms part of the case its...
Silver, Enamel
$3,880
H 1.5 in W 16 in D 8.5 in
19th Century Chinese Gilt Lacquer Fan with Mother of Pearl Faces and Lacquer Box
Located in Brea, CA
Antique 19th century hand painted Chinese fan with mother of pearl faces, Qing dynasty, the fan features black and gold lacquered handled a colorful screen with a figural, hand paint...
Lacquer
1912 Rene Lalique Perfume Bottle Naiades Mermaids Glass Green Patina
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Perfume Bottle "Naiades" (Mermaids) made in frosted glass with green patina by René Lalique in 1912. Molded signature. Perfect condition. Beautiful patina. Superb and very rare mod...
Blown Glass
$5,849
H 0.95 in W 2.29 in D 4.06 in
Cigarette Case light blue cabochon sapphire and hand-engraved finishing Salimben
By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Handbag cigarette case in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fire enamel. Opening with spring button. Size cm. 6.3 x 9.7 x 1.5. Weight gr. 215. Created in Art Deco style for Cartie...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
$2,880
H 1.5 in W 20.5 in D 11 in
19th Century Chinese Gilt Lacquer Fan with Mother of Pearl Faces and Lacquer Box
Located in Brea, CA
Antique 19th century hand painted Chinese fan with mother of pearl faces, Qing dynasty, the fan features black and gold lacquered handled a colorful screen with a figural, hand paint...
Lacquer
Alphonse Mucha's Documents Decoratifs (Complete in Four Portfolios)
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in New York, NY
Suite of 72 lithographic plates on wove paper, many in color, plus expository pages (title page, half-title page, preface) and four covers. Published in Paris in 1902 by Librairie Ce...
Paper
$891
H 1.78 in W 1.97 in D 0.4 in
VERY FINE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN SHAGREEN LADiES POWDER COMPACT & LIPSTICK CASE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning Victorian circa 1880 ladies Shargeen & Silver powder compact with lipstick holder ...
Sterling Silver
$48,880
H 8.75 in W 12 in D 1.5 in
Rare Unique Late 18th Century Chinese Gilt Silver Filigree and Enamel Brise Fan
Located in Brea, CA
Unique rare fine antique 18th century Chinese gilt silver filigree and enamel brise fan, Qing dynasty, the fan has 20 sticks with a 24k gold ring loop, wonderful sticks with silver w...
Silver, Enamel
$47,980
H 43.31 in W 31.11 in D 0.04 in
Original Antique Travel Poster Monaco Monte Carlo Alphonse Mucha Art Nouveau
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in London, GB
Original antique travel poster for Monaco Monte Carlo by the notable Czech illustrator, graphic artist and painter Alphonse Mucha (Alfons Maria Mucha; 1860-1939) featuring a stunning...
Paper
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.