Midcentury Italian school Boxes

Beautiful Italian ceramic box with blue and green coloring. Marked Italy on underside. Great stash box and tabletop object.  

This antique large crystal and bronze box makes a statement in any space. A very contemporary design for the early 1900s production, this piece transitions from modern to Classic int...

A very well-crafted handmade leather jewelry box with sculptural triple hump top, wavy sides and rare scalloped bottom design. In a darker saddle brown rubbed finish and lined in red...

A rare and exceptional Aesthetic Movement period Bohemian enameled jewel casket attributed to luxury glassmaker Moser. Hand-crafted in the late 19th cent...

1970s Glamorous Hollywood Regency vintage jewelry box or treasure chest retailed by Saks Fifth Avenue, covered in Italian made Jacquard like embroidered fabric and gold velvet on 22k...

French 19th century large gilt and silvered bronze table box. Finely cast Renaissance Revival gilt and silvered bronze jewelry box with tufted velvet interior lining. Four corners wi...

Charming Italian Florentine Box. This 1960's box has been painted in soothing ivory white and could be used for storage or jewelry and would certainly look great on a coffee or side ...

Some decorative objects quietly sit in a room. Others command attention from across it. This exceptional vintage Italian marble box is one of those rare sculptural pieces that feels more like architecture than an accessory. Hand-carved from a striking block of heavily veined Bardiglio marble, its dramatic fluted lid creates a rhythm of light and shadow that recalls the bold geometry of Art Deco design while remaining perfectly at home in today's minimalist and organic interiors. Every surface showcases nature's artistry. Soft ivory clouds, smoky charcoal veining, and subtle hints of sage and blue-green mineralization create a composition that could never be duplicated. The sculptural ribbed lid flows seamlessly into deeply carved diagonal sides, giving the entire piece an architectural presence from every angle. Originally intended as a luxury cigarette or tobacco box, this piece easily transitions into a sophisticated jewelry casket, desk accessory, valet box, or decorative object. Whether displayed atop a stack of design books, on a dressing table, or styled in a library or office, it instantly elevates the space with timeless elegance. The substantial weight, beautifully matched marble patterning, and expertly hand-carved details speak to the quality of Italian lapidary craftsmanship during the mid-20th century. Although unsigned, the workmanship and design strongly suggest production by one of the skilled Italian marble workshops active during the 1950s–1970s. The sculptural quality is reminiscent of decorative stone objects produced in Carrara, Volterra, and other renowned Tuscan marble centers. While no maker can be definitively attributed, the design shares aesthetic similarities with luxury decorative objects retailed by firms such as Flli Mannelli, Oggetti, and other Italian stone ateliers of the period. Today, sculptural marble accessories have become increasingly sought after by collectors, interior designers, and stylists for their ability to add texture, permanence, and architectural interest to contemporary interiors. This is the kind of object that designers often describe as "the finishing piece"—small enough to move effortlessly throughout the home, yet substantial enough to anchor an entire vignette. Styling Ideas: This piece is incredibly versatile and can be used throughout the home. Store jewelry on a bedside table. Use as a luxury valet box for watches...

Wooden coffret, call minnekästchen, engraved with a dog, a hare and foliage with polychromy remains. During the Middle Age, the hare is a symbol of fertility, joy and represents the Christ...

A lovely ribbed glass box with polished chrome trim and closure, featuring a clean, streamlined design and strong architectural presence. Both decorative and highly functional, this...

Micromosaic Grand Tour Jewel Casket from the late 19th Century. Elaborate inlaid floral tessarae of daisies cover the lid of the jewel-trinket box with glass panels on each side. All...

This handsome painted jewel box is a pleasure. The interior has been refitted.