Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Early 17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Boxes
Bronze
18th Century German Rococo Antique Boxes
Porcelain
2010s American Brutalist Boxes
Steel, Copper, Bronze
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Onyx, Stone, Metal
18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Enamel
Late 17th Century British William and Mary Antique Boxes
Fabric, Walnut
2010s Italian Boxes
Brass
18th Century English Other Antique Boxes
Agate, Gold
18th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Boxes
Wood
18th Century French Rococo Antique Boxes
Agate, Gold
2010s American Boxes
Epoxy Resin, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone
2010s Thai Modern Boxes
Faux Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Leather, Walnut, Cedar
2010s Italian Boxes
Glass
Mid-18th Century German Louis XV Antique Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1690s French Louis XIV Antique Boxes
Leather, Wood
Mid-18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Marble
2010s Italian Boxes
Crystal, Gold, Silver, Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
2010s Italian Boxes
Gold, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Other
2010s European Boxes
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Late 18th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Antique Boxes
Gold Leaf
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Gold
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Oak
2010s Italian Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
1790s English Georgian Antique Boxes
Silver, Silver Plate
2010s Italian Boxes
Metal
18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Boxes
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Boxes
Shell
18th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer
2010s European Boxes
Marble
2010s European Boxes
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Coral
Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Iron
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Onyx, Stone, Metal
16th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Boxes
Wood
18th Century German Other Antique Boxes
Gold
2010s American Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
Late 17th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Metal
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.