Boxes
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Aluminum
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Crystal, Ormolu
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Chrome
Early 20th Century German Modern Boxes
Metal, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Boxes
Stone
2010s Italian Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Malachite, Marble
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Glass
Early 20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Mirror, Bakelite, Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Enamel
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Silver
1970s Italian Vintage Boxes
Wood
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Crystal, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Mexican Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Amboyna
20th Century Russian Boxes
Lacquer
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Nickel
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Metal
19th Century French Folk Art Antique Boxes
Leather, Wood
1980s American Vintage Boxes
Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Maple, Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Foil
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Boxes
Shell, Hardwood, Nutwood, Olive
1890s French Black Forest Antique Boxes
Wood
20th Century Italian Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Spanish Boxes
Suede
Mid-20th Century Chinese Boxes
Lacquer
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Boxes
Steel
Early 1900s Polish Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Crystal, Ormolu
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Brass
1980s Japanese Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Metal, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Glass, Mercury Glass, Wood
1870s British Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s Congolese Boxes
Malachite
1930s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 2000s French Minimalist Boxes
Metal
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Walnut, Burl
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Oak
2010s Congolese Boxes
Malachite
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1920s Congolese Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Malachite
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bakelite, Wood
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Boxes
Shell, Glass, Mirror
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.










