Boxes
1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Pewter
1950s Vintage Boxes
Marble
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Boxes
Metal
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass, Copper
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Boxes
Quartz, Pyrite
Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1970s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Brass
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century French Victorian Boxes
Porcelain
Late 19th Century Italian Gothic Antique Boxes
Bronze, Iron
Late 20th Century English Boxes
Malachite, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Lacquer, Paper
1940s English Vintage Boxes
Gold
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Velvet, Straw, Beech
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Enamel
1960s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Boxes
Brass
1790s British George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Art Glass
Late 20th Century English Modern Boxes
Stone, Marble
2010s Pakistani Boxes
Onyx
Mid-20th Century Indian Agra Boxes
Stone, Agate, Metal
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Copper, Enamel
Late 20th Century French International Style Boxes
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary North American Boxes
Paper
1910s Austrian Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Paint
Early 1900s American Rococo Revival Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 1800s English George III Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
Late 19th Century Rococo Revival Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel, Metal, Copper
1980s American International Style Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Steel, Brass
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Wood, Mother-of-Pearl
Early 1800s British George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Cut Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Iron
1930s Danish Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1920s Italian Greek Revival Vintage Boxes
Bronze
19th Century German Renaissance Revival Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Gold
1820s English Campaign Antique Boxes
1970s Italian Other Vintage Boxes
Silver
20th Century British Campaign Boxes
Brass
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Boxwood
Early 19th Century Scottish Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Spanish Egyptian Revival Boxes
Wood
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
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.








