$264Sale Price / set|20% Off
4 Sailors Valentines Shell Encrusted Boxes and Frames
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Great set of 4 Sailors Valentines sea shell encrusted boxes and photo frames. All original natural Florida sea shells.
Shell
Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage coastal box is beautifully encrusted with an array of natural shells, creating a stunning, textured surface that captures the essence of beachside charm.
Shell, Wood
Heart Shaped Shell Encrusted Box with Hinged Lid and Red lining
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A hand crafted Sea shell box in a heart shape. The box is hinged and opens with a brass chain to hold open. Lined in red felt. A great gift, wedding or birthday - the box is a com...
Shell, Felt, Wood
Antique Sailors Valentines Mediterranean Sea Shell Box
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique Mediterranean Sailors Valentines small sea shell encrusted box with a view of Mediterranean coast.
Shell
Shell Encrusted Rectangular Keepsake Box with Red Silk Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Long rectangular shell encrusted box. Carefully applied shells decorate the top and bottom edges of this red board box in a variety of colors.
Shell, Silk, Paper
Shell Encrusted Rectangular Keepsake Box with Green Silk Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Long rectangular shell encrusted box. Carefully applied shells decorate the top and bottom edges of this green board box in a variety of colors.
Shell, Fabric, Paper
$487Sale Price|25% Off
Exquisite Sea Shell & Coral Encrusted Treasure Box
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Exquisite richly encrusted with a great selection of sea shells, all natural colours with white coral branches and a brown cowrie shell on top, treasure box.
Shell
Conquistadores Treasure Box Sea Shell Encrusted with Map
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage conquistadores treasure box encrusted with a row of shells and an antique map collage.
Shell
Super Cute Small Sea Shell Encrusted Jewelry Box
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Super cute one of a kind sea Shell encrusted jewelry box.
Shell
Tissue Box Cover Richly Sea Shell Encrusted Tony Douquet Style
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful richly encrusted with colourful natural sea shellls tissue cover box in Tony Douquet style.
Shell
$840Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Sailors Valentines Sea Shell Encrusted Miniature Commode/Box
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antque collectible Sailors Valentines sea Shell encrusted miniature commode/ box.
Shell
Large Folk Art Sea Shell Encrusted Tissue or Kleenex Box Cover
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A large folk art sea shell encrusted tissue box. This shell-covered box is the perfect way to add coastal design to a space.
Shell, Fabric, Wood
Pink and Purple Sea Shell Encrusted Hinged Box with Purple Velvet Interior
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Likely crafted in the mid-20th century, this shell-encrusted jewelry box features a charming domed lid and intricate shell mosaic work—making it a standout addition to any vintage co...
Shell
Anthony Redmile Shell Encrusted Duck or Swan Box Redmile Objects London England
By Anthony Redmile London
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful RARE Anthony Redmile shell encrusted swan or duck form box, 20th c. Red lined interior with "redmile objects london - england' stickers.
Shell, Lacquer
Vintage Italian Shell Encrusted Grotto Jewelry Box Re-Lined Interior c. 1950
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This finely crafted Italian shell-encrusted jewelry box exudes a charming Grotto style, typical of mid-century decorative art from the 1950s.
Shell
Vintage Seashell-Encrusted Jewelry Box with Floral Motif, 20th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Vintage Seashell-Encrusted Jewelry Box with Floral Motif, 20th Century Description: Wooden base completely covered in a variety of small, natural seashells.
Wood, Shell
Antique Sea Shell Decorative Coffin Box with Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful coffin shape trinket box encrusted with shells. This box would be stunning on a dressing table, side table, or coffee table.
Shell
Vintage Sea Shell Humidor Box, Faux Bois Wood, USA, 1970
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage large sea shell encrusted humidor wood box in faux bois finish.
Shell, Wood
Pair of Vintage Shell Encrusted Velvet Lined Trinket or Ring Boxes
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Charming pair of vintage shell encrusted trinket boxes featuring an abundant collage of natural seashells applied by hand.
Shell
Handcrafted Natural Coastal Sea Shell Encrusted Anchor Wall Hanging
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This would be a great piece for a beach home, or to add to a current collection of shell-encrusted pieces. We also have a large selection of shell-encrusted wall mirrors and boxes av...
Shell, Wood
A Shell Encrusted Box with Marine Painting
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An old box embellished with contemporary shells and a marine painting. Great attention to detail and design.
Box old, shells and painting are new.
Shell covered Coquillage Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful shell encrusted box with silk lined interior.
Shell, Wood
French Shell Box
Located in Chireno, TX
French Shell Encrusted Box/Bureau Lined With Marbelized Paper.
Wood
Shell Encrusted Lidded Box
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This lidded box is over-all encrusted with a variety of shells, 20th century.
Shell
Anthony Redmile Shell Encrusted Turtle Box
By Anthony Redmile London
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A great example of this form with head and legs in bronze metal and the body encrusted with sea shells.
Shell
Folk Art Shell Encrusted Lidded Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful small seashell encrusted box. The lid removes to reveal a dark wood interior. A compliment to many settings from a decorative pieces on a cocktail table to a place to sto...
Shell
Large Natural White Shell Encrusted Hinged Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large box encrusted with natural white sea shells. The box is hinged and lined in white.
Shell, Wood
Vintage White Square Shell-Encrusted Trinket Box – Coastal Nautical Décor
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Add a touch of seaside charm to your home with this vintage shell-encrusted trinket box. This unique piece features a meticulously arranged collection of natural seashells adorning t...
Shell
Round Sea Shell Encrusted Pink Flower Motif Decorative Box with Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pretty coastal-inspired round decorative box encrusted with a sea shell motif. This box is round and features an attached lid.
Shell
Antique Seashell Encrusted Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive antique lidded box crafted in oak with a built in locket on the top, felt lined interior and ambitiously decorated with exotic seashells lovingly arranged in decorative or...
Shell, Oak
Vintage Seashell Encrusted Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming vintage lidded box entirely clad in exotic organic seashells lovingly arranged in a sophisticated composition with a felt lined interior.
Shell, Felt, Organic Material
Small Square Seashell Encrusted Trinket Box
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Small square shell encrusted trinket box. Covered in a variety of shells, this box opens to reveal a red-lined fabric interior.
Shell, Fabric
Vintage Large Seashell Encrusted Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lofty large one of a kind lidded mahogany box transformed into a exotic seashell fantasy in an ambitiously assembled eccentric composition of art and function.
Shell, Organic Material, Mahogany
An American Victorian Tramp Art Shell Encrusted Jewelry Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
A charming American Victorian tramp art shell encrusted jewelry box; the rectangular lid over a conforming body adorned overall with various sized sea shells; the interior fitted wit...
Vintage Seashell and Coral Encrusted Decorative Box
Located in Houston, TX
Unusual 20th century decorative box adorned with seashells and coral. This fabulous hand decorated seashell box or jewel casket would make a great cocktail table or powder bath acces...
Shell
Seashell Encrusted Jewelry Box, Vintage Coastal
Located in Bradenton, FL
Vintage seashell encrusted jewelry box embodies the bohemian aesthetic popular during the mid- 20th century.
Shell
Large Seashell Encrusted Lidded Box with Silvered Crustaceans
By Maitland Smith
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical lidded box ambitiously hand decorated with exotic seashells and featuring a sea life handle with silver plate on brass crabs, starfish and shells, and four silver on brass ...
Silver Plate, Brass
Antique British Colonial Seashell Encrusted Jewelry Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming 19th century British jewelry box ambitiously encrusted with exotic seashells. The interior has a mirror, pin cushion and six compartments lined with pink paper.
Shell, Mirror, Organic Material, Paper
Pair of Antique British Colonial Seashell Encrusted Jewelry Boxes
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Enchanting pair of 19th century British jewelry boxes ambitiously encrusted with exotic seashells with exposed areas covered in marbleized paper. The interiors have mirrors, pin cush...
Shell, Mirror, Organic Material
20th Century French Seashell Encrusted Pot
Located in High Point, NC
20th century French seashell encrusted pot, a charming example of coastal folk artistry. The exterior is meticulously adorned with a variety of small natural shells arranged in intri...
Shell
Antique Shell Encrusted Box
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Antique Shell Encrusted Box. This was probably a dressing box because the interior has a mirror.
Shell, Wood
Shell Encrusted Box with Marine Painting
By Gael Ryan
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Shell encrusted box with a painting of a clipper ship.
Beautiful Handmade Shell Encrusted Jewelry Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful handmade shell encrusted box with painted interior, the box could be used for jewelry or just as ornamentation.
Shell, Wood
Gorgeous Coquillage Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elaborate shell encrusted box.
Wood, Shell
Small Shell Encrusted Heart Shaped Trinket Box
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Small shell encrusted trinket box in the shape of a heart.
Shell, Fabric
Splendid Sea Shell Encrusted Treasure Box Maitland Style
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Spectacular richly encrusted with great selection of natural sea shells in Redmille style treasure box.
Shell
Large Sea Shell Encrusted Redmile Style Jewelry Treasure Box
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Large impressive sea shell in rusted treasure box in Redmille style. Great selection of sea shells. Wonderful decor piece or great gift.
Shell
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H 3 in W 5.75 in D 4 in
Vintage White and Brown Sea Shell Encrusted Rectangular Wood Box with Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A petite sea shell encrusted decorative box with a hinged lid.
Shell, Wood
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H 13 in W 19 in D 13 in
One-of-a-Kind Handmade Exotic Sea Shell Encrusted Large Scale Jewelry Box
Located in Dallas, TX
This one of a kind Jewelry Box was handmade by a local Texas artisan for their private collection. No expense was spared in the acquisition of exotic shells and mother of pearl when ...
Shell
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H 9.5 in W 13 in D 9.25 in
Seashell Encrusted Lidded Box with Feet and Handles of Brass Seashells
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large and well made wooden box of various encrusted seashells. The lid raises off to reveal a large and well made box for storage.
Brass
Antique British Colonial Sailors Valentines Box, 1900, Good Condition
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique original British Colonial sea Shell encrusted small box Sailors Valentines.
Shell
Shell encrusted box
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Shell encrusted decorative box lined in old newspaper.
Wood, Shell
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Travertine Cat or Dog Bowl Set
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Unique and Stunning Pet bowl made of travertine stone. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls are a study in sculptural simplicity. Natural variations in the sto...
Travertine
Travertine Pet Bowl Set Rectangle
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Unique and Stunning Pet bowl made of travertine stone. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls are a study in sculptural simplicity. Natural variations in the sto...
Travertine
$4,360 / item
H 28.35 in W 40.16 in D 34.65 in
"Pietra" Curved Armchair with Leather Arms Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
Pietra from Italian: Stone The designer Marta Manente is of Italian descent, her great-grandparents migrated from Italy over 100 years ago and lived in the region of Bento Gonçalves ...
Bouclé
$562Sale Price|25% Off
H 6.5 in W 6.5 in D 5.5 in
Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish around Bottom
Located in Warrenton, OR
Natural Blue Coral Specimen, Real. Beautiful Deep Blue w/Whitish at Bottom. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing end May and items will not be available thereafter.*** This is an ab...
Coral
$12,200 / item
H 43.31 in W 17.72 in D 35.44 in
Contemporary Mexican Design Handcrafted Wood Cabinet Carmen, Mirror
By Comité de Proyectos
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Carmen is a bartender, a storage cabinet with a functional design. Inside, it has a pair of drawers for storing objects, space for bottles, compartments for glasses and a cup holder...
Steel
$145 / item
H 2.25 in W 1.5 in D 0.75 in
Carl Auböck Handcrafted Midcentury Brass Shell Figurine Key Ring Chain Holder
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming modernist shell keyring / key holder / keychain, designed by Carl Auböck in the 1950s. Handmade of solid polished brass by Werkstätte Auböck in Austria. Length including...
Brass
$950Sale Price|36% Off
H 6 in W 11 in D 10 in
Large Vintage Reef Coral Natural Specimen, Real. (ships in USA only)
Located in Warrenton, OR
Large Vintage Reef Coral Natural Specimen, Real. (ships in USA only) Beach Decor . ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing end May and items will not be available thereafter.*** A stu...
Coral
Wedgwood blue and white jasperware vases
By Wedgwood
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Lovely pair of Wedgwood jasperware vases, beautiful neoclassical style item decorated with white antique-style scenes on a sky-blue background. Jasperware, or jasper ware, is a type ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Treetop Hideaways Treehouses for Adults
By Rizzoli International Publications
Located in New York, NY
A stunning array of rustic and charming treehouses from around the world for inspiration and for those who fantasize about getting away from it all. Whether it’s a yearning to esc...
Paper
$290,000
H 136 in Dm 108 in
Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns . Monumental Exquisite refined work King Charles X Period Rotunda rotundus building structure with a...
Stone, Copper
Vintage Boho Shell Encrusted Pot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming vintage cachepot is a delightful testament to traditional coastal craftsmanship, featuring a classic terracotta pot base entirely adorned with natural seashells. A meti...
Shell, Terracotta
Mother-of-Pearl Sewing Nécessaire
By Palais Royal
Located in New Orleans, LA
This captivating Palais Royal sewing nécessaire is crafted of engraved mother of pearl mounted in rich doré bronze. The hinged box contains a removable tray lined with velvet that ho...
Bronze
$2,160 / item
H 10 in W 16 in D 16 in
Collectible Modern Fabric Sculptural Table Lamp by Mirei Monticelli, Aphrodite
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Aphrodite lamp takes form from the godess Venus born of sea-spray, depicted by the revered painter Sandro Boticelli. The lampshade is made from banaca fabric, and the lamp base i...
Cement
$11,705
H 0.79 in W 4.34 in D 2.56 in
19th Century French Gold Mounted & Mother of Pearl Etui Set, c.1870
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century French gold mounted on mother of pearl, extensive traveling etui set, of elongated octagonal form, the gold mounted with polished mother of pearl panels and the ...
Gold
$33,346Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 78.75 in Dm 70.87 in
Shell Bed for Little Girl Bedroom Nacre Painted
Located in Paris, FR
Shell bed for little girl bedroom. Made in fiberglass, nacre painted. Inside, it contains LEDs lighting. Only the mattress is included. Bedcover and eiderdown pillows not included.
Fiberglass
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.