Ann-Morris, Inc. Decorative Boxes

Beautiful handcrafted antique tinned copper decorative octagonal betel box with with lid, handle and brass latch. The metal is delicately and int...

Silvered Art deco Jewelry Box, Vienna, around 1920s. Polished and stove enameled.

Art Deco Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s. Polished and stove enameled. Cut glass.

Decorative Art Deco Brass Box around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled

This is an old Japanese wooden box, crafted in the Meiji to Taishō period (1860s–1920s). Despite its long history, it retains a quiet and compelling presence. The box is made from traditional sugi (Japanese cedar), whose soft grain and gentle texture reflect the depth and warmth of its age. The form is strikingly minimal—its design is completely free of unnecessary elements. Although it is simply a box, the composition of clean lines and planes gives it a subtle tension and understated beauty. It carries the precision and warmth of handcraft, something that cannot be replicated by industrial production. One particularly captivating feature is the visible trace of careful repairs made over many years. A knot hole on the side was thoughtfully patched with black washi paper, a practical repair that, over time, has become an expressive and almost artistic detail. In this small gesture, one can sense the quiet presence of Japanese aesthetic sensibilities. The top and sides bear gentle wear and abrasion accumulated over decades. Rather than damage, these marks serve as a texture created by time, giving the piece its unique depth and character. The box possesses a humble yet powerful presence—a true embodiment of wabi-sabi, the beauty of imperfection and age. The interior remains sturdy, offering ample storage capacity. It has been thoroughly cleaned, ensuring it can be used safely and comfortably. Its low, elongated proportions make it highly versatile: ideal as a low coffee table, a book table, a side table, or a display platform. Simply placing it in a modern interior instantly adds a sense of calm and visual depth. A simple yet richly expressive antique wooden box...

WMF Art Deco jewelry box Vienna around 1920s. Polished and stove enameled.

Art Deco Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled Original wood inside

Art Deco Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled

Beautifully made and decorated box in brass and copper. Key is present.

Art deco Alpaca Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s Only polished Original wood inside

Art Deco brass Jewelry Box around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled

Carved small art deco box around 1920s Original condition