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Abstract Vintage Fluted Mahogany Studio Craft Jewelry Box Organizer
Abstract Vintage Fluted Mahogany Studio Craft Jewelry Box Organizer

Abstract Vintage Fluted Mahogany Studio Craft Jewelry Box Organizer

By George Nakashima

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid century modern decorative studio organizing jewelry box circa 1960's. This unique minimalist

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Studio Free Edge Burl Wood Jewelry, Trinket or Decorative Box
Studio Free Edge Burl Wood Jewelry, Trinket or Decorative Box

Studio Free Edge Burl Wood Jewelry, Trinket or Decorative Box

By Sam Maloof, Wharton Esherick, George Nakashima

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Studio Free Edge Burl Wood Jewelry, Trinket or Decorative Box In the manner of Esherick, Nakashima

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Incredible Mid-Century Modern Craft Dry Bar Box Sculpture
Incredible Mid-Century Modern Craft Dry Bar Box Sculpture

Incredible Mid-Century Modern Craft Dry Bar Box Sculpture

By Wendell Castle, George Nakashima

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

sculpture has mounted gears on the outside if the box. When turing the crank the dowel pin releases the lock

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

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Organic form Tree Box in the manner of George Nakashima
Organic form Tree Box in the manner of George Nakashima

Organic form Tree Box in the manner of George Nakashima

Located in NYC, NY

A beautifully finished organic form box with wonderfully shaped sides. Attached lid is well crafted

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Vintage 1970s American Decorative Objects

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Wood

Post Modern Wood Jewelry Box Woodworking Studio
Post Modern Wood Jewelry Box Woodworking Studio

Post Modern Wood Jewelry Box Woodworking Studio

By George Nakashima

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a post-modern jewelry box. Mahogany, ebony and burl wood were used in this

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ebony, Burl

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Box with Copper Ornamentation
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Box with Copper Ornamentation

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Box with Copper Ornamentation

By George Nakashima

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Mid-Century Modern walnut box with copper ornamentation. Unmarked

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Copper

Craft Made Wood Box by Larry Dern c 1980's
Craft Made Wood Box by Larry Dern c 1980's

Craft Made Wood Box by Larry Dern c 1980's

By George Nakashima

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional hand made wood jewelry box by noted California artist Larry Dern, circa 1980's. The box

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Suede, Wenge, Burl

Japanese Letter or Document Box, 1950s
Japanese Letter or Document Box, 1950s

Japanese Letter or Document Box, 1950s

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H 2.5 in W 9.75 in D 10.5 in

Japanese Letter or Document Box, 1950s

By George Nakashima

Located in San Diego, CA

Mid-century document box from Japan. Beautiful butterfly joinery. The lid can also be used as a

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

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Vintage Modern Dominoes Wood Box Set, by Henkel
Vintage Modern Dominoes Wood Box Set, by Henkel

Vintage Modern Dominoes Wood Box Set, by Henkel

By George Nakashima

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration: Mid Century Vintage Modern Dominoes Set. Box labeled HENKEL. Wood box has

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Games

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Studio Craftsman, Ricardo Dellera Koa Wood Box, Ebony inlay, signed
Studio Craftsman, Ricardo Dellera Koa Wood Box, Ebony inlay, signed

Studio Craftsman, Ricardo Dellera Koa Wood Box, Ebony inlay, signed

By George Nakashima

Located in Los Gatos, CA

Vintage Koa wood handcrafted box with Ebony inlaid, George Nakashima style bow-tie joints by

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Excellent Studio Made Black Walnut Burl Presentation Jewelry Box
Excellent Studio Made Black Walnut Burl Presentation Jewelry Box

Excellent Studio Made Black Walnut Burl Presentation Jewelry Box

By George Nakashima, Wendell Castle, Frances Elkins, Sam Maloof

Located in Framingham, MA

Lovely presentation / trinket box for a ring or watch made out of a crazy black walnut burl. It

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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Walnut

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Nakashima Box For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the nakashima box you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A nakashima box — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. Find 15 options for an antique or vintage nakashima box now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the nakashima box you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A nakashima box is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern and industrial styles are sought with frequency. A well-made nakashima box has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Michael Elkan, Boyd & Allister and Paul Evans are consistently popular.

How Much is a Nakashima Box?

Prices for a nakashima box start at $275 and top out at $28,000 with the average selling for $2,475.

Finding the Right Decorative-objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.