Pagoda Box
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble, Brass
Early 2000s American Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 1810s English George III Decorative Boxes
Pewter
Antique 1810s English George III Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1930s Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Tea Caddies
Tortoise Shell
Antique Early 1900s French Late Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Other
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Antique Early 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Tortoise Shell
Antique Early 1800s English George III Tea Caddies
Pewter
Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Lacquer
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Porcelain
Porcelain
Recent Sales
Late 20th Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Baroque Jewelry Boxes
Bronze
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Cast Stone, Brass
Early 20th Century European Baroque Decorative Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Hardwood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Early 20th Century Chinese Boxes
Jade, Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Tortoise Shell, Ivory
Antique 19th Century Japanese Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Boxes
Elm, Hide
Early 20th Century Chinese Boxes
Elm
Antique 19th Century Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Boxes
Shagreen, Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Boxes
Wood
20th Century Chinese Boxes
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Tea Caddies
Ivory, Tortoise Shell
Antique 19th Century Chinese Boxes
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Antique 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Tea Caddies
Silver
Antique Late 18th Century German George III Tea Caddies
Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century English Regency Jewelry Boxes
Antique Mid-18th Century French Chinoiserie Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Louis XIII Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Antique 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
20th Century Philippine British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Grasscloth, Bamboo
Antique 19th Century Chinese Console Tables
Elm
Early 20th Century Side Tables
Elm
Antique 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects
20th Century Furniture
Steel
Antique 19th Century Chinese Lacquer
20th Century Console Tables
Steel
Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Poplar
Early 20th Century Chinese Side Tables
Pine
Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer
Wood
20th Century Philippine British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Bamboo
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Ceramic, Paint
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass, Bronze
Vintage 1940s Japanese Decorative Boxes
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1920s Tea Caddies
Bone, Tortoise Shell
Mid-20th Century Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Brass, Steel
Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Tea Caddies
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Tea Caddies
Pewter, Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes
Elm
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes
Brass, Copper, Enamel
Antique 1810s English George III Tea Caddies
Pewter
Antique 19th Century Indian Desk Accessories
Bronze
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Glass, Wood
Late 20th Century American British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
20th Century Philippine British Colonial Desks and Writing Tables
Grasscloth
Antique 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Chrome
2010s Mexican Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Murano Glass
Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer
Copper, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Moorish Architectural Elements
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Quartz, Silver
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Boxes
Gold Leaf
1990s Decorative Boxes
Shagreen
2010s Italian Medieval Games
Marble, Sterling Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Decorative Art
Other
Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Beds and Bed Frames
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Antique 18th Century German Rococo Wine Coolers
Tin
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
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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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