Boxes
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
20th Century French Boxes
Art Glass
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver
20th Century Georgian Boxes
Metal
1880s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Crystal
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Pewter
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
20th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Boxes
Porcelain
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century British Antique Boxes
Teak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Glass
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Shell, Wood
Early 1800s European Georgian Antique Boxes
Wood
2010s Swiss Boxes
Steel
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1990s Boxes
Shagreen
Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Crystal, Ormolu
Early 20th Century British Victorian Boxes
Mahogany, Cedar
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century English Boxes
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
1940s French Vintage Boxes
Pewter
2010s Pakistani Boxes
Onyx
1920s Vintage Boxes
Glass
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Boxes
Fruitwood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
1960s Mexican Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Walnut, Lacquer
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Walnut, Lacquer
1950s Vintage Boxes
Wood, Maple
1970s Italian Vintage Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Porcelain
2010s Swiss Boxes
Steel
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Boxes
Malachite
20th Century German Vienna Secession Boxes
Tin
Early 19th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Bone, Wood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Boxes
Brass
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Wood
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Burl
19th Century French Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s American Bohemian Vintage Boxes
Shell
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Quartz, Metal, Silver Plate
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Sterling Silver, Bronze
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Bone, Tortoise Shell
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
2010s European Boxes
Marble
1980s American Vintage Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Boxes
Sterling Silver
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century Spanish Moorish Boxes
Fruitwood
20th Century British Colonial Boxes
Silver Plate
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.





