Boxes
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
1990s Chinoiserie Boxes
Hardwood, Lacquer
Late 20th Century French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s Italian Boxes
Wood
2010s South American Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Boxes
Bone, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Cherry
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Brazilian Post-Modern Boxes
Agate, Onyx
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite, Onyx
Mid-19th Century European High Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Crystal
20th Century Italian Boxes
Malachite
1820s French Empire Antique Boxes
Mahogany
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
2010s European Boxes
Marble
20th Century French Hollywood Regency Boxes
Shell, Polyester
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Boxes
Walnut
Late 19th Century American Primitive Antique Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Irish Modern Boxes
Walnut, Burl
1970s French International Style Vintage Boxes
Metal
Late 19th Century European Empire Antique Boxes
Oak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Steel
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Wood
2010s Congolese Boxes
Malachite
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Burl
1910s Hungarian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold
Early 20th Century French Baroque Revival Boxes
Brass
19th Century Italian Antique Boxes
Oak
Late 20th Century Czech Art Deco Boxes
Glass
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
20th Century Japanese Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer
1980s Indian Vintage Boxes
Brass
1910s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood, Paper
1950s Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Russian Hellenistic Boxes
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
20th Century Italian Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Gold, Brass
18th Century Spanish Medieval Antique Boxes
Wood, Pine
1930s French Industrial Vintage Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century French Rococo Boxes
Gold, Brass
1920s Asian Vintage Boxes
Silver
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1940s Japanese Vintage Boxes
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Polyester, Wood
1930s German Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century South Asian Boxes
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Boxes
Copper
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
19th Century Austrian Antique Boxes
Silver
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1860s French Louis Philippe Antique Boxes
Walnut
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Teak
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Empire Boxes
Malachite
Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century European Modern Boxes
Mirror, Wood, Burl
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.