Boxes
1990s Japanese Boxes
Silk
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Yew
Leather Bound Wood & Iron Small Chest
Height 15 in. Depth 9 in. Width 13 in. ...
18th Century and Earlier French Antique Boxes
18th Century American Adirondack Antique Boxes
Wood
17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Boxes
Wood, Paint
1780s English George III Antique Boxes
Ivory, Mahogany, Satinwood, Paper
1990s Italian Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold, Gold Plate
Late 18th Century French Antique Boxes
Walnut
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Yew
1990s Victorian Boxes
Shell
18th Century French Antique Boxes
Leather, Wood
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Yew
1990s Italian Baroque Boxes
Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Enamel
1990s British Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Walnut
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1990s Italian Napoleon III Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 18th Century European George III Antique Boxes
Wood, Yew
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Boxwood, Yew
18th Century British Antique Boxes
Shagreen
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Boxes
Boxwood
Mid-18th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Wood
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Sycamore, Hardwood, Walnut, Satinwood, Boxwood
1790s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl
18th Century and Earlier British George III Antique Boxes
Mid-18th Century Chinese Antique Boxes
Porcelain
1740s Scottish George II Antique Boxes
Other
1990s European Boxes
Wood
Late 18th Century French Antique Boxes
Walnut
18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Brass
1990s French Boxes
Fruitwood
Early 18th Century European Baroque Antique Boxes
Walnut
1990s German Modern Boxes
Steel, Chrome
1780s English Rococo Antique Boxes
Creamware
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Silver
17th Century Antique Boxes
Wood
1990s English Other Boxes
Leather
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Boxes
Bone, Ebony
18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Boxes
Wood, Paper
1990s Boxes
Shagreen
Mid-18th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Boxes
Mahogany
18th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Boxes
Metal
18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique Boxes
Bone, Ebony
1990s French Hollywood Regency Boxes
Marble
Late 18th Century French Antique Boxes
Wood
1780s British Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 18th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Boxes
Metal
18th Century European Antique Boxes
Wood
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Boxes
Cut Steel
17th Century Vietnamese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Oak, Burl
Mid-18th Century German Baroque Antique Boxes
Silver
1990s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Fabric
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Paper
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Boxes
Iron
1780s English George III Antique Boxes
Pewter
1780s English George III Antique Boxes
Brass
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.