Boxes
2010s South American Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Boxes
Leather
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Beech
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Enamel
Late 20th Century French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Opaline Glass
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s European Boxes
Onyx
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Teak
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Silver
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
20th Century Belgian Art Deco Boxes
Glass
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Boxes
Maple, Burl
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
2010s Italian Boxes
Multi-gemstone
1970s American Bohemian Vintage Boxes
Shell
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Crystal, Metal
Early 20th Century Chinese Arts and Crafts Boxes
Agate, Bronze
2010s European Boxes
Marble
1970s Italian Vintage Boxes
Onyx
1910s British Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Spelter
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
20th Century French Hollywood Regency Boxes
Shell, Polyester
18th Century Spanish Medieval Antique Boxes
Wood, Pine
20th Century Asian Islamic Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Sandalwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Burl
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Opaline Glass
1930s Italian Baroque Vintage Boxes
Quartz, Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
19th Century African Antique Boxes
Metal
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1910s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
1980s Indian Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
1990s Chinoiserie Boxes
Hardwood, Lacquer
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English Antique Boxes
Brass
20th Century Japanese Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer
2010s European Boxes
Marble
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Boxes
Metal
1970s Indian Vintage Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Leather
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood, Maple
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Polyester, Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Bronze
1940s French Rustic Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Onyx, Stone, Metal
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Opaline Glass
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Boxes
Bone, Wood
Late 20th Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Chrome
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.