Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Boxes
Enamel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Chrome
19th Century Louis Philippe Antique Boxes
Brass
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Carrara Marble
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Vintage Boxes
Onyx
1820s English George IV Antique Boxes
Crystal, Brass, Silver
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Boxes
Metallic Thread
Early 20th Century European Boxes
Iron
1880s French Antique Boxes
Gold
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1930s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Metal, Enamel
1880s English Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Metal, Enamel
20th Century English Egyptian Revival Boxes
Gold
20th Century English Early Victorian Boxes
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century English Antique Boxes
Metal
Late 19th Century African Antique Boxes
Silver
Late 20th Century Boxes
Silver
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Boxes
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
19th Century Antique Boxes
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Grand Tour Boxes
Stone, Brass
20th Century Boxes
Lacquer
1950s Italian Vintage Boxes
Leather
19th Century French Rustic Antique Boxes
Wrought Iron
1930s Swedish Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
2010s Italian Boxes
Leather
Mid-18th Century French Antique Boxes
Metal
19th Century Russian Empire Antique Boxes
Brass
1890s Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Mid-19th Century European Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Chrome
2010s Pakistani Post-Modern Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Onyx
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Lacquer
2010s Italian Post-Modern Boxes
Marble
1960s Italian Baroque Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s Minimalist Boxes
Porcelain
1990s Italian Empire Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1990s Italian Art Deco Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s Pakistani Post-Modern Boxes
Quartz, Marble
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
2010s English Modern Boxes
Acrylic, Wood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Boxes
Crystal
2010s Pakistani Post-Modern Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Onyx
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Steel
Late 19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Glass, Rosewood
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Horn
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Boxes
Metal
1960s French Baroque Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
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.