Boxes
Early 20th Century Algerian Islamic Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Wood
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Crystal
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
1960s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Opaline Glass
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Marble
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Velvet, Wood
Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Late 20th Century Mexican Organic Modern Boxes
Onyx
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Quartz, Metal, Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Boxes
Bone, Shell, Amboyna
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Early 20th Century English Boxes
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Bakelite, Walnut
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite
Early 20th Century North American Industrial Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Folk Art Boxes
Paper
Early 1900s Austrian Hollywood Regency Antique Boxes
Ormolu
Early 20th Century Mauritanian Tribal Boxes
Brass, Copper, Iron
1970s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Porcelain
Late 19th Century Russian Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Brass
Late 20th Century British Victorian Boxes
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Bone, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Copper
1940s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Boxes
Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Tibetan Boxes
Coral, Multi-gemstone, Brass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Boxes
Burl
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Walnut
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Boxes
Brass
1880s Antique Boxes
Other
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Brass
1920s Danish Vintage Boxes
Metal
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Jade, Silver
Mid-19th Century French Restauration Antique Boxes
Wood
1980s American Vintage Boxes
Shagreen
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Asian Islamic Boxes
Brass
1940s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1950s American Vintage Boxes
Rosewood
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
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.