Boxes
19th Century English Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Pewter
1910s English George I Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Copper
Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Pewter
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Boxes
Stone, Travertine, Marble
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
20th Century Modern Boxes
Bone, Wood
Early 20th Century Algerian Islamic Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Oak
Late 19th Century Italian Gothic Antique Boxes
Bronze, Iron
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Boxwood
1960s Classical Greek Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Boxes
Quartz, Pyrite
Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Brass
1940s English Vintage Boxes
Gold
18th Century Welsh Antique Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Boxes
Brass, Iron
Late 19th Century European Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet, Plastic
1990s American Classical Boxes
Leather
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Boxes
Metal
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Enamel
2010s Italian Boxes
Leather
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Wood
1970s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Boxes
Marble, Lapis Lazuli
1910s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1930s Danish Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
1970s Italian Other Vintage Boxes
Chrome
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Boxes
Sandalwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Boxes
Quartz, Pyrite
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Malachite, Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Brass
1980s American International Style Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
Late 19th Century Indian Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Teak
Early 1800s English George III Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
19th Century British Antique Boxes
Metal
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Metal
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Boxes
Nutwood, Walnut
20th Century Moorish Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood, Ebony, Rosewood, Tulipwood
2010s Boxes
Travertine, Marble
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Zebra Wood, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
Early 19th Century Scottish Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Boxes
Silver
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Copper, Enamel
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Glass, Mirror
2010s German Regency Revival Boxes
Porcelain
Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Other Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Burl
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.





