What is a sewing box called?

A sewing box can be called a sewing basket, a needle box or a needlepoint box. However, many people simply refer to the storage boxes for thread, needles and other sewing supplies as a sewing box. Shop a selection of sewing boxes on 1stDibs.

What is the best wood for a jewelry box?

Oak is the best wood for a jewelry box. This wood, if oiled and cared for, lasts for decades and the design of this kind of box stands out. Oak offers appealing textures as well as color. Hardwoods are often the best wood choices for boxes, with oak being the most preferred. Others are Walnut, Maple, Ash, Birch, Beech, Cherry, Tulipwood (Poplar) and Cedar. Find a collection of antique and vintage jewelry boxes on 1stDibs.

What type of wood are cigar boxes made from?

Cigar boxes can be made of cardboard, paper and several kinds of wood. Spanish cedar is a popular choice for cigar boxes but mahogany, white oak and elm are also common. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique cigar boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.

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A late 18th century blacked wooden sewing box with gold painted decoration all around brass engraved lock and hinges Aged patina 17 x 10.5 cm, total heigth 10.5 cm

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Antique Scandinavian Baroque Style Oak Sewing Box Small Chest with Key Mid 1800

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Antique Scandinavian Baroque style sewing box made from solid oak with a warm patina. Manufactured ca mid 1800. The box has a pin cushion on top and comes with its original iron key...

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Wm. Rietveld Style Sewing Box

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H 28 in W 18 in D 18 in

Wm. Rietveld Style Sewing Box

By Joost Teders 1, Metalux

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Metal Tripod Stand with Pivoting Multi-colored Wood Boxes in the Style of Wm. Rietveld

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H 6.1 in W 5.91 in D 4.13 in

Georgian Tunbridge Ware Folk Art Cottage Sewing Box

By Tunbridge Ware

Located in Northampton, GB

The later Tunbridge Ware features inlaid woods which is now more commonly recognised. The Sewing Box comes complete with working lock and tasselled key.

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Wood, Sycamore

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H 8.46 in Dm 3.74 in

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By Tunbridge Ware

Located in Northampton, GB

The Sewing Compendium modelled as a tower from the Brighton Pavilion features the iconic minaret turned in Sycamore (aka white wood) and a large globular body with hand-painted detai...

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Vintage Haberdashery Wooden Sewing Thread Store Cabinet, Germany 1930s

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H 8.5 in W 19 in D 12 in

Vintage Haberdashery Wooden Sewing Thread Store Cabinet, Germany 1930s

Located in Vienna, AT

A small, industrial-style haberdashery countertop / display case / chest of drawers or store cabinet from the 1930s. Crafted from wood, it features four drawers with metal handles, m...

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Antique English Georgian Tunbridge Ware Brighton Pavilion Sewing Compendium

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$2,950

$1,500

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H 23.23 in W 49.61 in D 20.48 in

Danish Brutalist Oak Chest attributed Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark 1960s

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

Danish Brutalist oak chest attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, crafted in Denmark during the 1960s. The piece has a strong architectural form with clean lines, exposed joinery, and sculp...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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$491

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A small Sinhalese Porcupine Quill Box with a sliding lid. The panels of porcupine quill panels arranged in a chevron pattern, bordered with ebony and bone inlaid banding. Ceylonese ...

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Antique English Art Deco Queen Anne Style Burr Walnut Armoire Wardrobe Closet

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Antique English Art Deco Queen Anne Style Burr Walnut Armoire Wardrobe Closet

Located in Dayton, OH

This English Art Deco walnut armoire features a striking, book-matched burr walnut veneer facade that displays a beautifully symmetrical, rich wood grain pattern across its double do...

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Bench, Cantilever, Mid Century, Walnut, Danish Cord, Weave, Hardwood, Semigood

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H 18 in W 41.125 in D 18 in

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Mid-century inspired, hardwood and woven Danish cord bench. The lead time provided is an estimate and may extend up to 12 months. If you require delivery by a specific date, we kin...

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Gustavian Hand-Painted Chest of Drawers, 19th Century Sweden

$3,569Sale Price|20% Off

H 37.41 in W 41.34 in D 22.05 in

Gustavian Hand-Painted Chest of Drawers, 19th Century Sweden

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden, 19th Century A beautifully proportioned Gustavian chest of drawers from 19th-century Sweden, showcasing the hallmark simplicity and lightness of...

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Antique Clock Garniture with Sèvres Style Porcelain and Ormolu

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Pair Louis XV Style 16-Light Bronze & Cut-Glass Chandeliers, Manner of Baccarat

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Large Antique Victorian Butterfly Case With Painted Backdrop, 19th C Lepidoptery

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Large Antique Victorian Butterfly Case With Painted Backdrop, 19th C Lepidoptery

Located in Bristol, GB

ANTIQUE CASED TAXIDERMY BUTTERFLY COLLECTION - LEPIDOPTERY/LEPIDOPTEROLOGY INTEREST A stunning collection, lovingly mounted in a three dimensional glass case unusually with a hand p...

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Wood Sewing Box For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic wood sewing box available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and mother-of-pearl, every wood sewing box was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect wood sewing box — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right wood sewing box, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Victorian and Georgian styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made wood sewing box over the years, but those crafted by Metalux, Joost Teders and Singer are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Wood Sewing Box?

The average selling price for a wood sewing box at 1stDibs is $1,208, while they’re typically $185 on the low end and $17,661 for the highest priced.

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.

Questions About Wood Sewing Box

What is a sewing box called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
A sewing box can be called a sewing basket, a needle box or a needlepoint box. However, many people simply refer to the storage boxes for thread, needles and other sewing supplies as a sewing box. Shop a selection of sewing boxes on 1stDibs.
What is the best wood for a jewelry box?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Oak is the best wood for a jewelry box. This wood, if oiled and cared for, lasts for decades and the design of this kind of box stands out. Oak offers appealing textures as well as color. Hardwoods are often the best wood choices for boxes, with oak being the most preferred. Others are Walnut, Maple, Ash, Birch, Beech, Cherry, Tulipwood (Poplar) and Cedar. Find a collection of antique and vintage jewelry boxes on 1stDibs.
What type of wood are cigar boxes made from?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Cigar boxes can be made of cardboard, paper and several kinds of wood. Spanish cedar is a popular choice for cigar boxes but mahogany, white oak and elm are also common. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique cigar boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.

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