Boxes
20th Century Japanese Boxes
Wicker
19th Century Antique Boxes
Silver Plate, Brass
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Majolica
1810s English George III Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Rosewood
2010s Italian Boxes
Leather
20th Century French Belle Époque Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Boxes
Metal
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
1960s American Baroque Revival Vintage Boxes
Walnut
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1870s British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Walnut
Early 19th Century English Antique Boxes
Silver Plate, Steel
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Copper, Enamel
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Birch, Mahogany
Early 20th Century International Style Boxes
Paper
Early 1900s European Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Indonesian Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Brazilian Boxes
Agate
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Straw
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Brass
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Silver
1950s German Rococo Revival Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
19th Century Antique Boxes
Walnut
Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Boxes
Slate, Bronze
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble, Metal
20th Century Czech Boxes
Brass
1920s Austrian Vintage Boxes
Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
Late 19th Century Antique Boxes
Rosewood
20th Century American Modern Boxes
Crystal
Mid-19th Century Swiss Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Other, Iron
1950s Chinese Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass
20th Century French Boxes
Tin
18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Copper, Enamel
1950s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Brass
2010s American Modern Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
19th Century Austrian Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Enamel
1810s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Stone
1890s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Leather
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Wood
20th Century Unknown Japonisme Boxes
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Philippine Boxes
Brass
1960s Romanian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Softwood
20th Century French Victorian Boxes
Porcelain
Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Russian Boxes
Malachite
1960s Italian Baroque Vintage Boxes
Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Walnut
Late 20th Century Boxes
Wood
19th Century Korean Other Antique Boxes
Silver, Copper, Iron
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.