Repousse Brass Box
Vintage 1940s Dutch Decorative Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 1870s French Baroque Revival Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Steel
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Steel
Antique Late 19th Century American American Classical Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel, Steel
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Stone, Enamel, Brass, Iron
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Iron
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Jewelry Boxes
Brass, Copper
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Steel
Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel, Steel
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Enamel, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s German Jugendstil Decorative Boxes
Brass, Copper
Antique 1830s English Regency Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1920s Blanket Chests
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Mantel Clocks
Brass, Steel
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Mantel Clocks
Brass, Steel
Antique 19th Century Indian Agra Metalwork
Brass
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Brass, Copper, Tin
Mid-20th Century Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Boxes
Iron, Brass
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Boxes
Iron, Brass
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century European Greco Roman Decorative Boxes
Brass, Copper
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Tribal Decorative Boxes
Silver, Brass, Copper
Antique 19th Century Dutch High Victorian More Dining and Entertaining
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century European Empire Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Brass
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Iron
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Steel, Brass
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass, Steel
20th Century Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century German Jewelry Boxes
Antique Mid-19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Baroque Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Russian Other Decorative Boxes
Brass
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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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