Boxes
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Aluminum
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Marble
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Quartz, Marble
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Quartz, Marble
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1880s Dutch Meiji Antique Boxes
Bronze
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Terracotta
19th Century British Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary English Victorian Boxes
Wood
1860s Russian Edwardian Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
1950s French Louis XVI Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Art Deco Boxes
Metal
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Amethyst
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Bronze
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century Indian Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Brass
20th Century George III Boxes
Satinwood
Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Boxes
Leather, Pine, Linen
Early 2000s Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
1960s Italian Vintage Boxes
Silver
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Boxes
Satinwood
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Britannia Standard Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Alpaca
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Wicker
Late 19th Century French Folk Art Antique Boxes
Steel, Metal
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Late 20th Century French Boxes
Leather
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Enamel, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Boxes
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold
19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Wood, Ceramic
17th Century Antique Boxes
Iron
2010s Mexican Art Deco Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Porcelain
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Brass, Metal
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
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.