Boxes
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Zebra Wood, Walnut
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold, Sterling Silver
1950s Korean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1980s Italian Rococo Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Boxes
Stainless Steel
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1850s French Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
19th Century Austrian Antique Boxes
Silver
1890s French Renaissance Antique Boxes
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century European Folk Art Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Faux Leather
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 1900s French Medieval Antique Boxes
Brass
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century New Zealand Boxes
Shell
1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1930s German Vintage Boxes
Metal
20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Stone, Marble
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Alabaster, Marble, Onyx
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Porcelain
2010s South American Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Birch, Cedar
2010s Italian Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Serpentine
2010s Unknown Boxes
Malachite
Early 20th Century Italian Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Metal, Sheet Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Walnut
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Birch, Pine
1820s British Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood, Satinwood
Early 20th Century French Late Victorian Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Other Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Porcelain
Early 1900s German Hollywood Regency Antique Boxes
Ormolu
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bone
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
20th Century English Egyptian Revival Boxes
Gold
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Boxes
Crystal
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass, Art Glass
Early 20th Century South Asian Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Steel
1950s American Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Metal
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 20th Century Italian Empire Revival Boxes
Bronze
1980s English Classical Roman Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Late 19th Century European Folk Art Antique Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century British British Colonial Boxes
Brass, Iron
Mid-20th Century French Boxes
Opaline Glass
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Wood
Mid-19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
1920s Vintage Boxes
Glass
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.