Boxes
1920s Chinese Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Yew
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Islamic Boxes
Fruitwood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Gold
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Oak, Lacquer
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Boxes
Brass
Early 1800s English George III Antique Boxes
Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Lacquer
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Terracotta
Early 2000s French Modern Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Belle Époque Boxes
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
20th Century Japanese Boxes
Enamel
Early 2000s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Early 20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Boxes
Stone, Alabaster, Metal, Silver Plate
Early 18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Boxes
Iron
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Boxes
Horn, Wood
1850s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s British Antique Boxes
Leather
20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Porcelain
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Fabric, Mirror
Late 19th Century American Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Walnut
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Bone, Mahogany
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1950s Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century European Boxes
Fabric, Walnut
2010s Indian Grand Tour Boxes
Stone
1890s British Victorian Antique Boxes
Glass, Wood
19th Century Dutch Antique Boxes
Silver
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Wood
Late 20th Century North American Organic Modern Boxes
Stone
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Chinese Export Boxes
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver, Copper
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Copper
Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
1830s Scandinavian Antique Boxes
Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Wood
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Wood
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Copper
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
1870s French Empire Antique Boxes
Bronze
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Wood
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Leather
1820s English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Enamel, Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Mirror, Wood, Paint
20th Century Victorian Boxes
Art Glass, Glass
Vintage, Mid-Century and Antique Boxes
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.