Boxes
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Enamel
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Metal
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Metal
1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Murano Glass
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Bone, Shagreen, Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood, Macassar
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Art Glass
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 1900s British Art Deco Antique Boxes
Silver
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
20th Century German Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Shagreen
2010s Australian Art Deco Boxes
Nickel
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Jade
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Enamel, Pewter
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Earthenware
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver
1940s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Copper
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Acrylic
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver
1950s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Glass
Early 20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Gold
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
1930s German Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Alabaster
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Metal
1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Murano Glass
Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Boxes
Crystal, Onyx, Marble, Gold Leaf, Metal, Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel,...
Early 1900s English Art Deco Antique Boxes
Leather, Glass, Wood
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1910s American Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Early 1900s Japanese Art Deco Antique Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Art Nouveau Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Boxes
Wood
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Wood
1980s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate, Enamel
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Copper
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Stone, Enamel, Brass, Iron
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Aluminum
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Fabric, Wood
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Glass
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Crystal
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
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.