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Mahogany Wood Vintage Handmade Jewelry Casket Box Manning of Ireland Irish New
Mahogany Wood Vintage Handmade Jewelry Casket Box Manning of Ireland Irish New

Mahogany Wood Vintage Handmade Jewelry Casket Box Manning of Ireland Irish New

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Absolutely Stunning Ladys or Gentlemans Jewellery Casket of outstanding quality and of generous size, made in Ireland by renowned cabinet makers Mannings of Ireland, using well figur...

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Early 2000s Irish Modern Decorative Boxes

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Walnut

White alabaster vanity box by Romano Bianchi, Italy, 1970
White alabaster vanity box by Romano Bianchi, Italy, 1970

White alabaster vanity box by Romano Bianchi, Italy, 1970

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb white and black alabaster box designed and produced by romano bianchi in italy in the 1970s. Handcrafted alabaster box with chromed metal structure. Decorative object that wil...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Alabaster

Antique Burr Walnut Gentleman's Dressing Box. English. Dated 1865
Antique Burr Walnut Gentleman's Dressing Box. English. Dated 1865

Antique Burr Walnut Gentleman's Dressing Box. English. Dated 1865

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Wonderful burr walnut gentleman's dressing box or case Fabulous colour and figure in the wood Original patina. Not re-polished Almost complete interior Silver plated topped bottl...

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1860s English Victorian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Large Antique Campaign Burr Walnut Writing Box. English. Dated 1871
Large Antique Campaign Burr Walnut Writing Box. English. Dated 1871

Large Antique Campaign Burr Walnut Writing Box. English. Dated 1871

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Wonderful burr walnut writing box or slope Fabulous colour and figure in the wood Fine brass hardware Expertly restored Original brass topped inkwells Working secret drawers* R...

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1870s English Campaign Antique Decorative Boxes

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Brass

14 Lacquered Paper Mache Trinket Boxes Russian Kashmir Indian Burmese Thailand
14 Lacquered Paper Mache Trinket Boxes Russian Kashmir Indian Burmese Thailand

14 Lacquered Paper Mache Trinket Boxes Russian Kashmir Indian Burmese Thailand

Located in Dayton, OH

Collection of 14 vintage hand-painted, lacquered paper mache lacquerware trinket / keepsake / cigarette / storage boxes, from the Russian, Kashmir, Indian, Burmese, and Thailand regi...

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20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

18th Century Wrought Iron Italian Antique Hobnail Safe Strong Box Bar Cabinet
18th Century Wrought Iron Italian Antique Hobnail Safe Strong Box Bar Cabinet

18th Century Wrought Iron Italian Antique Hobnail Safe Strong Box Bar Cabinet

Located in Carimate, Como

Beautiful and rare example of late 18th century Italian master blacksmith craftsmanship, this antique studded safe with typical all-around hobnails and great wrought iron details, pr...

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Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

19th Century Box – Black Forest – Carved Wood – Acorns and Oak Leaves
19th Century Box – Black Forest – Carved Wood – Acorns and Oak Leaves

19th Century Box – Black Forest – Carved Wood – Acorns and Oak Leaves

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Charming late 19th century Black Forest carved wooden box, dating to approximately 1890–1900. This elegant small box is beautifully decorated with traditional Black Forest motifs, in...

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1890s Swiss Black Forest Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Rectangular wooden box, France, 1970
Rectangular wooden box, France, 1970

Rectangular wooden box, France, 1970

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Rectangular wooden box, France, 1970s, characterized by a richly veined veneer, likely burl, offering a particularly expressive natural design. Its surface displays a warm palette of...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Painted Box With Flower Decoration
19th Century Swedish Painted Box With Flower Decoration

19th Century Swedish Painted Box With Flower Decoration

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A Swedish original painted and carved bentwood box from the 19th Century Folk Art period. These small 19th Century Scandinavian collectibles were usually hand crafted and sometimes p...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Astonishing Onyx Jewelry Box, Mid-Century Modern, Made in Italy, 1960s
Astonishing Onyx Jewelry Box, Mid-Century Modern, Made in Italy, 1960s

Astonishing Onyx Jewelry Box, Mid-Century Modern, Made in Italy, 1960s

Located in Milano, IT

1960s Astonishing box in onyx. Made in Italy. This box is amazing and in excellent condition. Dimension: 5,31 x 3,93 x 1,93 H inches 13,5 x 10 x 5 H cm

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Onyx

1960s Mid-Century Modern Onyx Jewelry Box, Made in Italy, Excellent
1960s Mid-Century Modern Onyx Jewelry Box, Made in Italy, Excellent

1960s Mid-Century Modern Onyx Jewelry Box, Made in Italy, Excellent

Located in Milano, IT

1960s Astonishing box in onyx. Made in Italy. This box is amazing and in excellent condition. Dimension: 5,51 x 3,93 x 1,57 H inches 14 x 10 x 4 H cm

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Onyx

Swedish Art Deco Pewter Coaster Box by GAB, Playing Card Motif, 1930s
Swedish Art Deco Pewter Coaster Box by GAB, Playing Card Motif, 1930s

Swedish Art Deco Pewter Coaster Box by GAB, Playing Card Motif, 1930s

By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget

Located in Stockholm, SE

The cylindrical form features a softly patinated pewter surface, decorated with a stylized burst of playing card suits—spade, heart, diamond, and club—radiating from a gilt roundel. ...

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Pewter

1926 René Lalique Box Eglantines Glass with Pink Patina, Flowers
1926 René Lalique Box Eglantines Glass with Pink Patina, Flowers

1926 René Lalique Box Eglantines Glass with Pink Patina, Flowers

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Box "Eglantines" made in glass with pink patina by René Lalique in 1926. Stamped signature on bottom. Perfect condition. Superb pinky patina ! height : 11 cm diameter : 13,5 cm ...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

Yellow-green onyx box, France, 1970
Yellow-green onyx box, France, 1970

Yellow-green onyx box, France, 1970

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Rectangular box in yellow-green onyx, made in France around 1970. This piece showcases the natural beauty of the stone, with its translucent hues ranging from pale green to honey, tr...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Onyx

Antique English Novelty Walnut Sterling Silver Box - 1899 by Sampson Mordan
Antique English Novelty Walnut Sterling Silver Box - 1899 by Sampson Mordan

Antique English Novelty Walnut Sterling Silver Box - 1899 by Sampson Mordan

Located in Bath, GB

The box is modelled in the form of a Walnut beautifully crafted to be expected by this venerable silversmith. The box is hinged in full working order and retaining it's lavishly gil...

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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Lidded Laquer Trinket Box by Lapisware
Lidded Laquer Trinket Box by Lapisware

Lidded Laquer Trinket Box by Lapisware

Located in San Diego, CA

Lidded lacquer trinket box by Lapisware, circa 1980s. The box measures 8.5"W x 4"D x 2"H and is in very good vintage condition. Cool and well constructed piece! #4988  

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Late 20th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Plastic, Wood

FORNASETTI Playing Cards Box
FORNASETTI Playing Cards Box

FORNASETTI Playing Cards Box

By Piero Fornasetti, Fornasetti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage poker playing cards box in walnut wood and metal case, it holds two packs of cards / designed by Piero Fornasetti, made in Italy in the 1970s Length: 5.5 inches / Width: 4 in...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Liqueur Set - Book Form Case - Crystal Bottles and Glasses
19th Century French Liqueur Set - Book Form Case - Crystal Bottles and Glasses

19th Century French Liqueur Set - Book Form Case - Crystal Bottles and Glasses

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

An elegant and highly charming 19th-century French liqueur set, presented in an original book-form case designed to resemble a stack of antique volumes. A refined example of French c...

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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Glass, Wood

Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Painted Wooden Box
Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Painted Wooden Box

Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Painted Wooden Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A painted 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art wood box, with blue and red. These boxes were used for multiple purposes, eg to transport during long trips important documents and priva...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Paint

18th Century Oak French Silver Chest Strongbox
18th Century Oak French Silver Chest Strongbox

18th Century Oak French Silver Chest Strongbox

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful handmade oak silver chest. It was made to hold valuables such as silver coins, jewels or maps. This was the precursor to the modern day safe. It is due to its age beautiful...

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18th Century French Primitive Antique Decorative Boxes

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Iron

Tiffany Studios Zodiac Pattern Gilt Bronze Cigar Humidor or Table Box No. 1655
Tiffany Studios Zodiac Pattern Gilt Bronze Cigar Humidor or Table Box No. 1655

Tiffany Studios Zodiac Pattern Gilt Bronze Cigar Humidor or Table Box No. 1655

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique Tiffany Studios box. In gilt Bronze. In the Zodiac pattern. Model no. 1655. This table box is often referred to as a cigar humidor. It also functions beautifully a...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Antique Porcupine Quill Box. Sri Lanka, 19th Century
Antique Porcupine Quill Box. Sri Lanka, 19th Century

Antique Porcupine Quill Box. Sri Lanka, 19th Century

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Lovely quill box Ebony and porcupine quill Good condition Free UK shipping. PLEASE NOTE only available in the UK . Because of the ivory content the item needs a Cites certificate...

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1880s Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Saffron Tissue Box Ecru Small in Lacquer Wood & Brass, Viya By Vikram Goyal
Saffron Tissue Box Ecru Small in Lacquer Wood & Brass, Viya By Vikram Goyal

Saffron Tissue Box Ecru Small in Lacquer Wood & Brass, Viya By Vikram Goyal

By Viya by Vikram Goyal

Located in Noida, DL

Saffron Tissue Box Ecru Small in Lacquer Wood & Brass, Viya By Vikram Goyal With moniker’s such as red gold, exquisite thread or golden light, saffron captivates us all. Ancien...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

18th Century Swedish Blue Painted Wooden Box with Ironwork
18th Century Swedish Blue Painted Wooden Box with Ironwork

18th Century Swedish Blue Painted Wooden Box with Ironwork

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A Swedish Baroque box with original ironwork, key and working lock dated (forged in iron) 1752. This pine wood box, bought in the region of "Dalsland" in Sweden, not far from from No...

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1750s Norwegian Baroque Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Decorative metal box, France, 1970
Decorative metal box, France, 1970

Decorative metal box, France, 1970

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

A French decorative box from the 1970s, made of metal, both functional and ornamental. Its balanced and well-proportioned shape reflects the elegant, utilitarian design characteristic of decorative objects from this period. The metal surface has a natural patina, with slight signs of age that enhance its authenticity and vintage charm. Depending on the lighting, the metal reveals subtle reflections, adding depth and character to the object. Versatile, this box can be used as a catch-all, storage box, or purely decorative object. It integrates perfectly into a vintage, industrial, or contemporary interior, adding a graphic and timeless touch. Key features: Decorative metal box Made in France 1970s Functional and minimalist design Original patina Decorative and storage item Keywords: vintage metal box...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

French Black Forest Carved Wood Box Circa 1900
French Black Forest Carved Wood Box Circa 1900

French Black Forest Carved Wood Box Circa 1900

Located in Austin, TX

French Black Forest Carved Wood Box Circa 1900. Flowers & leaves. H / 4.5 inches. 7 by 4.8 inches.

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Early 1900s French Black Forest Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Art Deco English Tortoise Shell & Mother of Pearl Box, circa 1920
Art Deco English Tortoise Shell & Mother of Pearl Box, circa 1920

Art Deco English Tortoise Shell & Mother of Pearl Box, circa 1920

Located in Pearland, TX

A stylish antique Art Deco English tortoise shell and mother of pearl tessellated box with a hinged lid and brass interior, circa 1920. A fabulous accent piece for any room! Dimens...

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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Large Early 20th C. Abercrombie & Fitch Copper Equestrian / Fishing Tackle Box
Large Early 20th C. Abercrombie & Fitch Copper Equestrian / Fishing Tackle Box

Large Early 20th C. Abercrombie & Fitch Copper Equestrian / Fishing Tackle Box

By Abercrombie & Fitch

Located in Red Lion, PA

Large Early 20th Century Abercrombie & Fitch Solid Copper Equestrian / Fishing Tackle Box, A True Unicorn of American Sporting History There are rare objects. And then there are objects so scarce they feel nearly extinct. This sizable early 20th century solid copper tackle or equestrian box by Abercrombie & Fitch belongs in the latter category. Measuring an impressive 7.25 x 19.13 x 5.38 inches, this is not a modest accessory, it is a commanding, heirloom-grade sporting chest fashioned entirely from solid copper and now cloaked in the most extraordinary naturally developed patina one could hope to encounter. Deep auburns, warm chocolate browns, and subtle verdigris undertones create a surface that only a century of honest aging can produce. It is sculptural. Architectural. Almost reverent. In extensive research, no other surviving example of a copper latching box of this scale by Abercrombie & Fitch has surfaced. It is, quite simply, a unicorn. Founded in 1892, Abercrombie & Fitch was not originally a fashion retailer, it was the premier American outfitter for serious outdoorsmen, explorers, equestrians, anglers, big-game hunters, and presidents. By the early 20th century, the Abercrombie flagship store in Manhattan had become a pilgrimage site for those preparing for safari in Africa, trout fishing in the Adirondacks, or an expedition to the Arctic. Their catalogues were encyclopedic works of aspiration and utility, supplying everything from fly rods and saddlery to tents, custom firearms, and scientifically designed luggage. Abercrombie & Fitch supplied some of the most recognizable names in American history, including: Theodore Roosevelt, Ernest Hemingway, and Amelia Earhart Their goods were engineered not merely for leisure, but for endurance, precision, and legacy. In a 1910 catalog, Abercrombie advertised a smaller copper tackle box with a tinned interior, confirming their use of copper for specialty sporting containers. This larger example likely dates slightly later in the early 20th century and appears to be entirely solid copper with zinc solder construction, suggesting commission by a specialist metalsmith rather than mass production. Inside the lid, the classic early 20th-century Abercrombie & Fitch paper label remains intact—an extraordinarily rare survival in itself. Beneath it lies a second commission label indicating that this box was commissioned by Abercrombie, sold by Abercrombie, but manufactured by a specialist copper maker To the left of the Abercrombie logo is a “B,” and to the right “Co”, yet the exact maker remains unidentified. This was typical of the era: premier retailers frequently partnered with elite specialty manufacturers, particularly in materials such as copper, leather, canvas, and firearms. Just as Abercrombie worked with makers like Winchester Repeating Arms Company, Parker Brothers, and L.L.Bean, so too would they have commissioned bespoke storage from a workshop specializing in heavy-gauge copper. Copper offered distinct advantages for fishing and equestrian gear. It is naturally corrosion-resistant, durable in damp climates, structurally strong yet repairable, and has distinguished aesthetic appeal This box was built to survive generations. The exterior features two robust copper latches, a central locking clasp (no longer retaining its key, does not lock, but latches securely), an inset copper handle that moves smoothly and confidently, and two sturdy rear hinges that operate freely and remain structurally sound The lid opens to reveal four evenly divided interior compartments, ideal for fly fishing tackle, shooting accessories, equestrian grooming tools, or specialized field instruments. It is industrial elegance executed at the highest level. The underside tells a story no reproduction ever could. The bottom is hand engraved: “Jack Rochelle, High Point NC, USA” This inscription transforms the object from rare artifact to an epic American story. Born October 18, 1923, in Jamestown, North Carolina, John “Jack” Hardin Rochelle became one of High Point’s defining figures, a furniture industry legend, equestrian, decorated soldier, conservationist, and quintessential outdoorsman. Jack’s early life was marked by loss and resilience. Raised by strong maternal guidance and later adopted by T.V. Rochelle, who instilled in him a passion for furniture manufacturing, Jack developed drive, discipline, and ambition from a young age. He was a top equestrian in North Carolina, a Davidson College athlete and Kappa Sigma member, president of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity at the University of Georgia, head of the ROTC Cavalry Unit, and a student of furniture design at the University of Michigan When World War II erupted, Jack joined the U.S. Army, receiving his commission as an officer. He served in the final Horse Cavalry...

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1930s American Industrial Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Copper

Edwardian Period Sterling Silver Table Box Having a Hinged Lid
Edwardian Period Sterling Silver Table Box Having a Hinged Lid

Edwardian Period Sterling Silver Table Box Having a Hinged Lid

Located in New York, NY

Edwardian Period, sterling silver table box, London, year-hallmarked for 1904, maker's mark unreadable. Measures 3 inches wide x 3 inches deep x 1 1/2 inches high. The box is wood-li...

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Perfection: 1939 Enamel Travel Suitcase Makeup Compact Case MUST SEE!
Art Deco Perfection: 1939 Enamel Travel Suitcase Makeup Compact Case MUST SEE!

Art Deco Perfection: 1939 Enamel Travel Suitcase Makeup Compact Case MUST SEE!

Located in Red Lion, PA

Art Deco Perfection: 1939 Enamel Travel Suitcase Makeup Compact Case, MUST SEE! An extraordinary embodiment of Jazz Age glamour, bon vivant luxury, and Art Deco wanderlust, this rare 1939 enamel travel suitcase makeup compact represents the pinnacle of 1930s design imagination. Objects of this caliber, playful yet exquisitely executed, are the very heart of serious Art Deco collecting, and it truly does not get better than this. Expertly hand-painted enamel, the compact is modeled as a miniature leather travel suitcase, complete with gold-tone corner protectors, buckled straps, and a sculptural handle that doubles as the opening mechanism. Tipping the handle gently releases the case, revealing a mirror-lined interior and a fully intact, original cosmetic arrangement: a compartment of nude-toned face powder (still present and loose), a smaller compartment of vivid rose blush with its original factory paper liner, and a petite puff, appearing barely used, if at all. The exterior is nothing short of breathtaking. The “leather” surface is entirely hand-painted, featuring linear horizontal brushstrokes on either side and a bold central squiggle motif, evoking the texture of fine luggage from the era. Encircling the case are brilliantly graphic Art Deco travel decals: Paris, London, New York, Roma, Monte Carlo, the Queen Mary, Havanna Club, and, most notably, the legendary French Art Deco ocean liner Normandie, each rendered in vivid color and crisp geometry. These travel motifs “dance” around a central engraved cartouche reading “Topaz Club ’39”, a tantalizing and deeply evocative personalization. During the 1930s, international travel became the ultimate symbol of sophistication and freedom, fueled by luxury steamships, glamorous hotels, elite clubs, and the rise of the cosmopolitan traveler. Suitcases plastered with travel labels became icons of worldliness, instantly signaling status, adventure, and taste. Art Deco embraced this imagery wholeheartedly, using bold typography, streamlined vessels, and exotic destinations to express modern life at its most glamorous. Novelty luxury pieces like this compact translated that ideal into intimate objects, portable symbols of privilege and pleasure. Comparable in spirit to the finest Cartier vanity cases...

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1930s Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

1970s Signed Gabriella Crespi Cigarette Case
1970s Signed Gabriella Crespi Cigarette Case

1970s Signed Gabriella Crespi Cigarette Case

By Gabriella Crespi

Located in Florence, Tuscany

An original 1970s Gabriella Crespi ciagrette case signed on the side and with the original Crespi sticker on the base. The case is dated 11 Decemer 1972 on the inside. A perfect piec...

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1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Carved Redwood Box with Sliding Lid, American Studio Craftsman
Carved Redwood Box with Sliding Lid, American Studio Craftsman

Carved Redwood Box with Sliding Lid, American Studio Craftsman

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage carved wood box features Modernist abstract organic form and striking choice of solid wood. Asymmetrically sculpted box is sliding inside its rounded lid; the bottom of the ...

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20th Century Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-Painted Rectangular Chest Box
18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-Painted Rectangular Chest Box

18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-Painted Rectangular Chest Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Impressive hand-painted Folk Art box from the Mid-18th Century. The box has been hand-painted in rusts, reds and greens with roses and flowers. Original paint and metal hardware. Won...

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Mid-18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Paint

1929 René Lalique Box Figurines Et Voiles Glass with Pink Patina
1929 René Lalique Box Figurines Et Voiles Glass with Pink Patina

1929 René Lalique Box Figurines Et Voiles Glass with Pink Patina

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Box "Figurines et Voiles" made in frosted glass with pink patina by René Lalique in 1929. Molded signature on bottom. Perfect condition. Really great and very rare patina. height:...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Box in Ruby with Chrome Fittings
Hand-Blown Murano Box in Ruby with Chrome Fittings

Hand-Blown Murano Box in Ruby with Chrome Fittings

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hand-Blown Murano Box in Ruby with Chrome Fittings is a radiant celebration of color, craftsmanship, and Italian elegance. Meticulously hand-blown in Murano, this striking piece show...

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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Chrome

Honeycomb Ombre Straw Marquetry Keepsake Box, Medium
Honeycomb Ombre Straw Marquetry Keepsake Box, Medium

Honeycomb Ombre Straw Marquetry Keepsake Box, Medium

By Alexander Lamont

Located in Khet Bang Sue, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon

This decorative box is crafted using traditional straw marquetry, with handwoven straw carefully arranged in a subtle ombré gradient to create depth and tonal variation. The geometri...

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2010s Thai Art Deco Decorative Boxes

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Straw, Wood

Beautiful Pincushion Needle Stand Bird Figurine 19th C. 1890s, Austria
Beautiful Pincushion Needle Stand Bird Figurine 19th C. 1890s, Austria

Beautiful Pincushion Needle Stand Bird Figurine 19th C. 1890s, Austria

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This listing features a beautiful late 19th-century Austrian metal needle stand in the form of a bird figurine, complete with its original pincushion top. Dating to the 1890s, this c...

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Late 19th Century Austrian Victorian Antique Decorative Boxes

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Metal

Rare Swedish Travel Box, Hand Forged Iron Details, Circa 1800-1850
Rare Swedish Travel Box, Hand Forged Iron Details, Circa 1800-1850

Rare Swedish Travel Box, Hand Forged Iron Details, Circa 1800-1850

Located in Buisson, FR

Rare Swedish travel box with stunning patina and hand forged iron details. Sweden, circa 1800-1850. Weathered H:21cm W:37cm D:29cm

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19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Russian Lacquer Hand Painted Tale of Tsar Saltan Box, Mstera, Artist Signed
Russian Lacquer Hand Painted Tale of Tsar Saltan Box, Mstera, Artist Signed

Russian Lacquer Hand Painted Tale of Tsar Saltan Box, Mstera, Artist Signed

Located in New York, NY

Soviet era Mstera hand painted, artist signed lacquer box depicting a scene from Pushkin's renown Tale of Tsar Saltan 20th Century Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin's 1831 masterpiece, "The Tale of Tsar Saltan", a Russian fairy tale...

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20th Century Russian Decorative Boxes

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Lacquer

Ostrich Egg with Brass Closures and Bone Feet in the Style of J Antony Redmile
Ostrich Egg with Brass Closures and Bone Feet in the Style of J Antony Redmile

Ostrich Egg with Brass Closures and Bone Feet in the Style of J Antony Redmile

By J. Antony Redmile

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautifully hand-crafted Ostrich Egg made into a box featuring refined brass closure details, an elegant acorn-form finial lid, and distinctive bone-style feet (the bone may be res...

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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Shaker Storage Box
Shaker Storage Box

Shaker Storage Box

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful, finely crafted bentwood cedar Shaker style storage or decorative box, circa late-20th century, American. Box is a rich brown cedar wood tacked with hand forged brass nai...

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Late 20th Century American Shaker Decorative Boxes

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Brass

19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquered Papier Mâché Hand-Painted Box. Ca 1875
19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquered Papier Mâché Hand-Painted Box. Ca 1875

19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquered Papier Mâché Hand-Painted Box. Ca 1875

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good papier mâché, rectangular shaped black lacquered lidded box, hand enameled and gilded, made in Japan during the 19th century, early Meiji period, circa 1875. This rec...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Paper

Antique Regency Brass Bound Traveling Desk Wooden Mahogany Writing Slope Regency
Antique Regency Brass Bound Traveling Desk Wooden Mahogany Writing Slope Regency

Antique Regency Brass Bound Traveling Desk Wooden Mahogany Writing Slope Regency

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An Exceptionally Fine Quality English Well Figured Solid grained Mahogany Officers Campaign Style Traveling Writing Slope of outstanding quality and unusually large size. First quart...

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19th Century English Regency Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Limoges Porcelain Needle Trinket box
Limoges Porcelain Needle Trinket box

Limoges Porcelain Needle Trinket box

By Limoges

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Limoges France Porcelain Needle Trinket Box. Its background is white. It is hand painted and adorned with branches of flowers alternated by pink and gilt bands. Inside the ...

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20th Century French Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco French Polyhedral Box Crafted From Burled Wood Custom
Art Deco French Polyhedral Box Crafted From Burled Wood Custom

Art Deco French Polyhedral Box Crafted From Burled Wood Custom

By (after) Jean Michel Frank

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vintage polyhedral box crafted from burled wood veneer. It features a complex geometric shape, such as a dodecahedron (12 sides) or a similar multi-faceted...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Burl

Tuareg Box, Intricately Carved, Leather Covered Box in Hand Dyed Brown
Tuareg Box, Intricately Carved, Leather Covered Box in Hand Dyed Brown

Tuareg Box, Intricately Carved, Leather Covered Box in Hand Dyed Brown

Located in Chicago, IL

This Tuareg leather box is a finely handcrafted storage chest rooted in the rich artistic traditions of the Sahara, particularly those of Mali. Created by a Malian artisan now based ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Burgundy Leather Box with Patinated Bronze Decor by Puiforçat - France 1950's
Burgundy Leather Box with Patinated Bronze Decor by Puiforçat - France 1950's

Burgundy Leather Box with Patinated Bronze Decor by Puiforçat - France 1950's

Located in New York, NY

Antique Puiforcat cigarette case in wood covered with burgundy leather. Interior compartment. Patinated bronze appliqué decoration on the upper exterior of the case. Stamped signatur...

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1950s Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Dior Midcentury Brass, Lucite and Vienna Straw Decorative Oval Box, Italy 1970
Dior Midcentury Brass, Lucite and Vienna Straw Decorative Oval Box, Italy 1970

Dior Midcentury Brass, Lucite and Vienna Straw Decorative Oval Box, Italy 1970

By Christian Dior

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning Mid-Century decorative jewelry box made from a beautiful combination of lucite enriched with Vienna straw, brass, and tortoiseshell-effect lucite. This incredibly stylish pi...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Hand‑Carved Genuine Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage
Hand‑Carved Genuine Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage

Hand‑Carved Genuine Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage

Located in New York, NY

Bring natural style to your home or office with this Hand‑Carved Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage. The genuine Malachite showcases the vivid banding and rich emerald to...

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2010s Congolese Decorative Boxes

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Malachite

Antique Vintage Ladys Black Forest German Jewelry Box Casket Carve Pheasant Bird
Antique Vintage Ladys Black Forest German Jewelry Box Casket Carve Pheasant Bird

Antique Vintage Ladys Black Forest German Jewelry Box Casket Carve Pheasant Bird

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Absolutely stunning hand carved German Black Forest (sometimes confused with Irish Bog Oak from Ireland) Ladys or Gentlemans Jewelry Casket of oval outline. Mid to late Nineteenth Ce...

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Early 19th Century German Victorian Antique Decorative Boxes

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Brass, Bronze, Ormolu

Anthropomorphic Bronze Penguin Gentleman Sculpture by Maitland Smith
Anthropomorphic Bronze Penguin Gentleman Sculpture by Maitland Smith

Anthropomorphic Bronze Penguin Gentleman Sculpture by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in San Diego, CA

Charming and highly detailed anthropomorphic bronze sculpture depicting a penguin rendered as a gentleman, dressed in a tailored overcoat with bow tie and hat, and holding a walking ...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes

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Bronze

1970s Italian Silver Plate Lidded Metal Box Featuring a Minimal Curved Design
1970s Italian Silver Plate Lidded Metal Box Featuring a Minimal Curved Design

1970s Italian Silver Plate Lidded Metal Box Featuring a Minimal Curved Design

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautifully refined Silver Plate Box distinguished by its subtly curved, removable lid and elegantly restrained silhouette. The design is clean, minimalist, and quietly luxurious —...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Silver Plate

Art Deco Metal and Wood Box, 1930s
Art Deco Metal and Wood Box, 1930s

Art Deco Metal and Wood Box, 1930s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Art Deco Metal and Wood Box, 1930s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1920 to 1949. Additional information: Material: Metal, Wood Color: Black Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-own...

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20th Century Art Deco Decorative Boxes

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Metal

Vintage Moroccan Jewelry Box in Hand-Engraved Metal & Camel Bone
Vintage Moroccan Jewelry Box in Hand-Engraved Metal & Camel Bone

Vintage Moroccan Jewelry Box in Hand-Engraved Metal & Camel Bone

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Artisan made hand-engraved metal trinket for jewelry or personal smalls. Moorish/Islamic ornamentation and techniques high-lighted by panels of white camel bone and red 'jewels' of n...

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1970s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Metal

French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche
French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche

French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche

By Bauche

Located in Northampton, GB

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Cast Iron French Safe or Strong Box From our Boxes collection, we are pleased to offer this French Safe Cast Iron Strong Box by Bauche. The Safe of rectangular form made from cast iron with extensive riveting and twin loop handles. The safe has two escutcheon covers to the front, the left is the genuine lock which turns to reveal the keyhole and the right is a dummy for symmetry. The top of the box is fitted with a plaque that reads in French Incombustible Systeme Bauche Brevete S.G.D.G usine A Gueux Marne (Incombustible System Bauche Patented S.G.D.G factory A Gueux Marne). The interior of the safe has been lined in a gunmetal grey cushioned velvet to give cushioning to your most treasured objects. Has Key and fully working lock. The French Safe dates to the second half of the 19th century during the reign of Napoleon III circa 1865. Henry Bauche Bauche Safes...

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Decorative Boxes

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Iron

Burl Wood Decorative Box
Burl Wood Decorative Box

Burl Wood Decorative Box

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautifully grained burl wood box, likely designed originally to house playing cards, now elevated as a refined decorative object in its own right. The richly figured burl displays...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Maple, Burl

Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Boxes

Antique, vintage and new decorative boxes will safely store items while adding a splash of color or texture to a corner in any room. They have had a range of purposes over the years — from trinkets to serving as useful receptacles, such as snuff boxes, jewelry boxes and more. Boxes have also been designed in a range of forms and styles.

Box making is a craft dating back thousands of years. Early boxes as decorative objects were regularly designed and decorated both inside and out, ranging from minimal looks to more flashy styles. Decorative boxes have been constructed from different materials, with wood and metal being the most common. Wood is widely available and versatile, with woodworkers able to carve complex designs or showcase its natural grain.

Some antique jewelry boxes were made with tortoiseshell, mother-of-pearl, ivory and even porcupine quills, such as those created by the Anishinabe in Canada and the United States. In Sri Lanka, well-crafted boxes were inlaid with porcupine quills and ivory discs between ebony bands. Chinese sewing boxes and tea boxes made of black lacquer were popular in Europe during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. These often featured gold-painted designs or landscape scenes. Silk, paper and velvet frequently enhanced these boxes’ interiors.

Any style of decorative box can be a nice tabletop or desktop decor, whether to hold candy or tea in the living room or paper, pencils and other business supplies in the office. They can also act as jewelry boxes. Sewing boxes can be a lovely touch to any space while storing magazines or other trinkets.

You can find metal, wood and silver antique boxes on 1stDibs. The collection includes mid-century modern, Victorian and Art Deco styles that can add elegance to any home.