Boxes
18th Century Chinese Antique Boxes
Wood
1840s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1890s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Bronze
1950s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Bronze
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
2010s Italian Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Serpentine
1940s Portuguese Country Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Delft
Mid-20th Century German Moorish Boxes
Enamel, Tin
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Gold, Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century British Victorian Boxes
Mahogany
1960s Italian Vintage Boxes
Malachite
1780s English George III Antique Boxes
Silver
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Other
20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Boxes
Brass, Enamel
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
1970s South American Vintage Boxes
Stone, Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Crystal, Ormolu
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Brass, Copper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1950s Sri Lankan British Colonial Vintage Boxes
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
Early 1900s Central American Mid-Century Modern Antique Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Chinoiserie Boxes
Porcelain
1890s Russian Baltic Antique Boxes
Silver
19th Century Swedish Antique Boxes
Pine
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Boxes
Malachite
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Wood, Shagreen Stingray
18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Enamel
Early 18th Century English William and Mary Antique Boxes
Kingwood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Brass
1970s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass, Tin
1940s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Wood, Oak
1920s Danish Vintage Boxes
Metal
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century Afghan Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Marble
1880s Russian Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Metal, Sheet Metal
18th Century English Rococo Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Fabric
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Bone, Tortoise Shell
19th Century British Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Late 20th Century Swiss Post-Modern Boxes
Wood
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Quartz, Metal, Silver Plate
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Boxes
Straw
Mid-20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Boxes
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wicker, Straw
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
1920s French Empire Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century British Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century British Régence Antique Boxes
Hardwood, Pine
Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Boxes
Metal
1750s French Baroque Antique Boxes
Rock Crystal, Gold
2010s Italian Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century Austrian High Victorian Antique Boxes
Bronze
1760s English George III Antique Boxes
Yew
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
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.