Boxes
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Porcelain, Wood
1950s Mexican Vintage Boxes
Silver
Late 19th Century English Antique Boxes
Oak
18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Stone, Gold
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1940s German Other Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Oak
1970s American Vintage Boxes
Goatskin
1990s English Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
1820s Antique Boxes
Gold
1790s English George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1890s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Moroccan Boxes
Bronze
1970s North American Modern Vintage Boxes
Alligator, Suede, Wood
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Wood
Early 1900s German Antique Boxes
Silver, Enamel
19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1920s English Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1820s French Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Porcelain
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass, Steel
1890s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver, Silver
20th Century British Victorian Boxes
Silver
20th Century Biedermeier Boxes
Leather, Birch
1860s Antique Boxes
Agate
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Velvet, Glass, Wood
20th Century British Victorian Boxes
1820s Austrian Antique Boxes
Silver
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
1990s British Boxes
Sterling Silver
19th Century European Folk Art Antique Boxes
Pine
1910s American Regency Revival Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century British Arts and Crafts Boxes
Pewter
1840s Swedish Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1870s French Antique Boxes
Gold
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1870s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Cherry
Early 20th Century Russian Other Boxes
Silver
19th Century Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Bronze
18th Century German Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Porcelain
1890s German Antique Boxes
Silver
1960s British Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century Austrian Other Antique Boxes
Satinwood
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Boxes
Bronze
1830s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Lacquer
19th Century English Other Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell, Burl
1910s English George I Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
20th Century Victorian Boxes
Brass
18th Century Chinese Other Antique Boxes
Lacquer
20th Century American Modern Boxes
Wood, Fur, Leather
Early 1900s Hungarian Antique Boxes
Silver
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Silver, Vermeil
1890s American Victorian Antique Boxes
Plastic
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.