Boxes
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Chrome
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Jade
Early 1900s English Art Deco Antique Boxes
Silver
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Shagreen
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Velvet, Faux Leather
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1970s Unknown Regency Vintage Boxes
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood, Sycamore, Shagreen Stingray
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Birch, Mahogany
Early 18th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Boxes
Metal
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
Early 1900s British Art Deco Antique Boxes
Silver
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Oak
1960s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Paper
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Silver, Brass
Early 19th Century European Regency Antique Boxes
Lacquer
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Onyx, Silver Plate, Bronze
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Beech
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Glass
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Silver
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ebony, Macassar, Satinwood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Straw
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1910s Czech Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
20th Century British Art Deco Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1930s North American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold, Sterling Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Enamel, Bronze
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
1940s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Leather, Wood
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Boxes
Silver
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1810s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1950s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Alpaca
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Elm
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
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.