Boxes
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
19th Century European Antique Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Boxes
Fruitwood
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Boxes
Walnut
1890s French Antique Boxes
Leather
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Boxes
Spelter
Early 20th Century British Chinoiserie Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian International Style Vintage Boxes
Metal
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Afghan Boxes
Lapis Lazuli
1790s Scottish George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass, Enamel
19th Century British Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Fruitwood
1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Shell, Bone
2010s Italian Boxes
Onyx
Early 20th Century Italian Late Victorian Boxes
Teak, Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century American Boxes
Brass
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Russian Arts and Crafts Boxes
Porcelain, Ceramic
1980s English Classical Roman Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Shell, Wood
1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Pewter
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
20th Century Asian Moorish Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
20th Century Spanish Moorish Boxes
Brass
20th Century Anglo-Indian Boxes
Silver Plate
1920s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1930s Japanese Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1960s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Chinese Boxes
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Burl
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Art Glass
1880s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Crystal
20th Century Moorish Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century French Jugendstil Boxes
Pewter
1940s French Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Velvet
18th Century Indian Antique Boxes
Jade, Gold
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Late 19th Century Chinese Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Marble
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
20th Century French Boxes
Sheet Metal
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
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.





