Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Stone, Metal
2010s Modern Boxes
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
1840s Swiss Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Other, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Grand Tour Boxes
Stone, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Quartz, Brass
2010s Dutch Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
2010s British Boxes
Oak, Olive
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Murano Glass
1840s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
1840s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
2010s Australian Art Deco Boxes
Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Murano Glass
1840s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Thai Modern Boxes
Faux Leather
2010s Philippine Organic Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Boxes
Brass, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
Early 2000s American Organic Modern Boxes
Felt, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Boxes
Crystal, Onyx, Marble, Gold Leaf, Metal, Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel,...
1840s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Boxes
Cedar
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Bone
2010s Philippine Organic Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s British Organic Modern Boxes
Glass, Art Glass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
2010s French Post-Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Felt
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Steel
2010s Boxes
Nickel
2010s Boxes
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Boxes
Bone
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Boxes
Bone
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.