Retro Brass Trinket Box
1950s German Art Nouveau Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century Bohemian Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
1970s Chinese Chinese Export Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
1970s Chinese Chinese Export Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass, Pewter
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Retro Brass Trinket Box
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Philippine Art Deco Retro Brass Trinket Box
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Pottery
Mid-20th Century Retro Brass Trinket Box
Onyx
1970s Moroccan Moorish Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Retro Brass Trinket Box
Gold, Brass
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Crystal, Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Travertine
1960s French Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Teak
Late 20th Century French Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass, Copper
Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Late 20th Century Rococo Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Tibetan Retro Brass Trinket Box
Coral, Multi-gemstone, Brass
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Gold Plate, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Rococo Retro Brass Trinket Box
Walnut
Late 20th Century Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Retro Brass Trinket Box
Marble
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Stone, Onyx, Brass
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Chinese Export Retro Brass Trinket Box
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Indian Islamic Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Late 20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Stone, Travertine, Marble, Brass
Late 20th Century Retro Brass Trinket Box
Stone, Marble
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
1970s French Hollywood Regency Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
1980s Hollywood Regency Retro Brass Trinket Box
Stone, Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Retro Brass Trinket Box
Stone, Metal, Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Alabaster, Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Retro Brass Trinket Box
Gold Plate, Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Malachite, Brass
1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Retro Brass Trinket Box
1970s Hollywood Regency Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass, Copper, Enamel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Retro Brass Trinket Box
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Brass Trinket Box
Copper, 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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