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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Metal
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Metal, Brass
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Brass
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20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English International Style Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Regency Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Victorian Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century Adam Style Decorative Boxes
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Brass
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate, Bronze
20th Century Mexican Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
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Metal
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Cocobolo
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Desk Sets
Silver Plate
Vintage 1980s Drop Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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1950s American Top Handle Bags
Vintage 1920s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s Korean Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
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Coral, Chrome
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
Vintage 1980s Indian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Iron
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Brass
20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Birdseye Maple
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Brass
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Travertine, Nickel
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Brass
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Shagreen, Velvet, Wood
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Brass
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Coral
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Brass
Late 20th Century North American Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone
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Brass
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Silver Plate
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Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Russian Decorative Boxes
Malachite
Vintage 1960s American Decorative Boxes
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Tortoise Shell, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Gold
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Shell, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Brass
Vintage 1920s French Porcelain
Porcelain
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Brass
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Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Bone, Hardwood, Ebony, Sandalwood
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
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Onyx, Brass
20th Century Decorative Boxes
Alabaster, Brass
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Travertine, Brass
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Chrome
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Chrome
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Metal
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Stone
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Nickel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Jewelry Boxes
Brass
20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Vintage 1960s Mexican Boxes
Brass, Silver Plate
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Silver Plate
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Bakelite
20th Century American Classical Decorative Boxes
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Malachite
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Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s French Modern Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
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Onyx
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Sterling Silver
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Malachite, Onyx, Marble
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Coconut
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Brass
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Steel
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Vintage Hinged Box For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Decorative-boxes for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023To clean a vintage wood box, wipe it with a soft cloth moistened with mild dish soap and water. You can use a soft-bristled brush and soapy water to remove dirt from the hinges and clasp. Next, use a fresh, damp cloth to wipe away the soap and then finish by drying with a third cloth. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wood boxes.
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