Boxes
Late 20th Century French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
1930s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bakelite
1990s Italian Hollywood Regency Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century English Boxes
Rosewood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Wood
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Brass
1890s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Leather
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
1840s Antique Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s Philippine Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Minimalist Boxes
Stone
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble, Brass
1940s European Vintage Boxes
Aluminum, Bronze
Early 20th Century German Rococo Revival Boxes
Silver
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
1970s Swedish Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Rock Crystal
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Danish Organic Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Marble
Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Ash
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Nouveau Boxes
Onyx, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Brass, Metal
Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Iron
Early 20th Century Russian Other Boxes
Silver
19th Century English Other Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell, Burl
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Marble
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Enamel, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Boxes
Gold
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Boxes
Satinwood
1940s Vintage Boxes
Glass, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Goatskin
19th Century French Other Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Boxes
Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood
1890s British Antique Boxes
Wood
1930s Polish Other Vintage Boxes
Metal
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Oak, Lacquer
1870s French Antique Boxes
Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary Macedonian Minimalist Boxes
Walnut
2010s Unknown Boxes
Malachite
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
20th Century French Boxes
Agate, Gold Plate
2010s Italian Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Boxes
Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Murano Glass, Art 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.