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1950s Antique Embossed Copper Box with Handcrafted Floral Decoration
1950s Antique Embossed Copper Box with Handcrafted Floral Decoration

1950s Antique Embossed Copper Box with Handcrafted Floral Decoration

Located in Marbella, ES

Handcrafted copper decorative box, embossed with delicate floral and vegetal motifs across its entire surface. The lid features a framed central design, while the sides continue with...

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Mid-20th Century Boxes

Materials

Copper

La Sirène au Bateau (The mermaid with the boat) by Line Vautrin
La Sirène au Bateau (The mermaid with the boat) by Line Vautrin

La Sirène au Bateau (The mermaid with the boat) by Line Vautrin

By Line Vautrin

Located in Uccle, BE

La Sirène au Bateau (The mermaid with the boat) by Line Vautrin, silvered bronze box. Silvered bronze box whose lid is decorated with a Mermaid carrying a boat at arm’s length. This ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Roma Yellow Cigar Box
Roma Yellow Cigar Box

Roma Yellow Cigar Box

By Morici

Located in Milan, IT

A harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design, this cigar box exudes timeless sophistication. Handmade of cedar wood, enriched with golden galvanized metal ...

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2010s Italian Boxes

Materials

Wood

Italian Round Red Opaline Glass Hinged Trinket Box
Italian Round Red Opaline Glass Hinged Trinket Box

Italian Round Red Opaline Glass Hinged Trinket Box

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A small round red Italian opaline trinket box. In a rich deep ruby red, this vintage box will be glamourous on a dresser, nightstand, or coffee table. Large enough to hold bobby pins...

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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Opaline Glass

FORNASETTI Butterfly Box
FORNASETTI Butterfly Box

FORNASETTI Butterfly Box

By Piero Fornasetti, Fornasetti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage decorative rectangular lacquered walnut wood box with butterfly motif / designed by Piero Fornasetti, made in Italy in the 1970s Original mark at the felt base Length: 9.5 in...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Wood

Rare Edward F. Caldwell Neoclassical Silvered Bronze Box with Angels
Rare Edward F. Caldwell Neoclassical Silvered Bronze Box with Angels

Rare Edward F. Caldwell Neoclassical Silvered Bronze Box with Angels

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Fine and unusual signed Edward F. Caldwell & Co. Neoclassical style silvered bronze box depicting a pair of winged angels playing music at an altar. One angel plays a lyre and the other an aulos or double flute, flanked by impressive torcheres bearing pine cones and surrounded by a wide border of olive leaves and olive fruit. The interior of cover decorated with a highly artistic pair of Bacchus masks flanking a grapevine garland, signed on upper right corner E. F. Caldwell & Co. Inc New York. The sides of the box further decorated with Bacchus masks and grapevine garlands of very fine quality Caldwell is known for. Substantial size- excellent as a jewelry box or tabletop decorative box. Very good condition commensurate with age. Base is lined with black velvet, very slight bend to upper left corner, silvered finish in good condition. Edward F. Caldwell & Co was established in 1895 in New York City at 31 East 17th Street and quickly became one of the premier designers and manufacturers of fine lighting and decorative objects. Their commissions included J.P. Morgan's residence, Saint Patrick's Cathedral, Vanderbilt Mansion, Henry Clay Frick residence, Harvard Club...

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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Boxes

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Alligator Traveling Box
19th Century French Alligator Traveling Box

19th Century French Alligator Traveling Box

Located in Houston, TX

19th Century French Alligator Traveling Box. Offered is a beautiful French Belle Epoque period alligator traveling box. This handsome distressed alligator skin box is trimmed in meta...

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19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Boxes

Materials

Animal Skin

19th Japanese antique Urushi small Tansu box chest of drawers wabi sabi mingei
19th Japanese antique Urushi small Tansu box chest of drawers wabi sabi mingei

19th Japanese antique Urushi small Tansu box chest of drawers wabi sabi mingei

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

from Tohoku area, Japan. Japanese antique small box tansu chest of drawers, Kohikidashi, made of Sugi Cedar. Product of circa 1850s-1870s (late Edo to early Meiji era), estimate from...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Boxes

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Ceramic Restaurant Matchbox by Catie Curry Ceramics, Functional Art
Ceramic Restaurant Matchbox by Catie Curry Ceramics, Functional Art

Ceramic Restaurant Matchbox by Catie Curry Ceramics, Functional Art

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Matchbox Series is composed of roughly 4”x 6” boxes that make direct references to iconic institutions. These boxes come with slide out inserts that are filled with matches, roughly 50-100 per order. There is also a fully functioning strike paper panel on the side, making the whole piece functional art. These boxes work perfectly on coffee tables, easily accessible to light a candle, or proudly displayed standing up on any shelf. This is a handmade ceramic matchbox inspired by the iconic Le Club 55...

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2010s American Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Gucci, Italy - Fine Italian Equestrian Jewellery / Table Box - Silver Plate
Gucci, Italy - Fine Italian Equestrian Jewellery / Table Box - Silver Plate

Gucci, Italy - Fine Italian Equestrian Jewellery / Table Box - Silver Plate

By Gucci

Located in Bath, GB

A most unusual example of a mid-century modern multi-functional box by the iconic fashion house, Gucci. Made from silver plate the box itself has a brushed satin finish with the lid...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

Early 19th Century Wine Cooler. Cellarette, Rosewood, Regency, Lead Lined.
Early 19th Century Wine Cooler. Cellarette, Rosewood, Regency, Lead Lined.

Early 19th Century Wine Cooler. Cellarette, Rosewood, Regency, Lead Lined.

Located in Stamford, CT

Late 18th / Early 19th Century Wine Cooler. Storage Chest, Rosewood, Rococo Lead Lined. A late 18th or 19th century rosewood Regency carved wine cooler or Cellarette having a sarcop...

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1860s Regency Antique Boxes

Materials

Rosewood

Green Onyx Marble and Brass Jewelry Box 1950s Italy
Green Onyx Marble and Brass Jewelry Box 1950s Italy

Green Onyx Marble and Brass Jewelry Box 1950s Italy

Located in Palermo, Sicily

onyx green marble 1950s jewelry box with Brass foot.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Onyx

T K Bronze Denmark Bronze Cigarette Box Art Deco or Art Nouveau
T K Bronze Denmark Bronze Cigarette Box Art Deco or Art Nouveau

T K Bronze Denmark Bronze Cigarette Box Art Deco or Art Nouveau

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, an antique bronze cigarette box, likely dating from the early 20th century Art Deco or Art Nouveau period. and Finish: It is crafted from bronze and features a distinct green patina, a common oxidized finish for vintage bronze items. The box design is reminiscent of Scandinavian or Danish makers from the 1920s or 1930s, such as Just Andersen or Aedel Malm...

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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Bronze

English Regency Period Amboyna Wood Tea Caddy
English Regency Period Amboyna Wood Tea Caddy

English Regency Period Amboyna Wood Tea Caddy

Located in Lambertville, NJ

An English Regency Inlaid Amboyna Tea Caddy with brass mounts. The sarcophagus form with lion handles and scrolled feet. The interior with two compartments for tea with a replaced ...

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1810s English Regency Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Goldsmith’s Strong Box, English, Heavy Cast Iron Locking Safe, Victorian
Antique Goldsmith’s Strong Box, English, Heavy Cast Iron Locking Safe, Victorian

Antique Goldsmith’s Strong Box, English, Heavy Cast Iron Locking Safe, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a superb antique goldsmith’s strong box. An English, cast iron locking safe, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Of substantial weight and presence, this heavy safe embodies the durability and craftsmanship of 19th century security design, offering both practical storage and striking decorative appeal. Constructed from robust cast iron, ensuring remarkable strength and longevity Displays a time-worn painted blue finish, contributing to its wonderful aged patina Substantial lid fitted with a robust, articulated handle for confident operation Features a working lock mechanism, protected by a rotating lock cover Painted red interior offers a delightful contrast, beautifully aged with period character Fitted with a pair of side handles, allowing for careful movement despite its considerable weight Proves to be delightfully heavy at a weight of 86.6kg (190.92 lb) Ideal for use as a decorative storage box, strong room piece, or unique coffee table feature Exudes the industrial elegance and solidity associated with Victorian engineering A fine example of 19th century craftsmanship, combining form and function with historical allure A striking Victorian cast iron strong box...

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1880s British Victorian Antique Boxes

Materials

Iron

Playing card suit-shaped boxes Set of 4 fired enamel guilloché Salimbeni
Playing card suit-shaped boxes Set of 4 fired enamel guilloché Salimbeni

Playing card suit-shaped boxes Set of 4 fired enamel guilloché Salimbeni

By Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Set of 4 playing card suit-shaped boxes in 925/1000 sterling silver with Art Deco style fire enamels, early 1900s. Total weight 793 g. Designed by Renato Salimbeni in 1951 inspired b...

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1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Small Fine Quality Brass Showcase Cabinet with Beveled Glass, 1920s
Small Fine Quality Brass Showcase Cabinet with Beveled Glass, 1920s

Small Fine Quality Brass Showcase Cabinet with Beveled Glass, 1920s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Small Fine Quality Brass Showcase Cabinet with Beveled Glass, 1920s A beautifully crafted small display cabinet executed in solid brass and beveled glass, dating from the 1920s. El...

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1920s Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Carved Antique Box French Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket – Dated 17 & 20 Août 1872
Carved Antique Box French Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket – Dated 17 & 20 Août 1872

Carved Antique Box French Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket – Dated 17 & 20 Août 1872

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique French Gilt Bronze Casket – Dated 17 & 20 Août 1872, High-Relief Figural Work An exceptional and museum-worthy antique French gilt-bronze jewellery casket, richly adorned in high relief and inscribed “17 et 20 Août 1872”, offering both historical significance and outstanding artistic craftsmanship. This remarkable 19th-century piece exemplifies the finest traditions of French decorative arts, featuring intricately cast and chased panels depicting romantic pastoral and mythological scenes. Each side presents finely sculpted figures – nymphs, cherubs, musicians, and classical subjects set within lush landscapes and framed by elaborate foliate scrollwork and naturalistic ornamentation. The lid is masterfully composed with dynamic figural decoration, while the casket stands proudly on sculptural zoomorphic feet, enhancing its dramatic presence and luxurious character. The deep relief work, combined with a warm, aged gilt patina, creates exceptional depth and visual richness. The engraved date suggests a commemorative or presentation piece, adding a rare layer of provenance and desirability for collectors of French ormolu, Grand Tour objects, and fine 19th-century bronzes. This is not merely a decorative object but a statement piece of historical artistry, ideal for collectors, interior designers, or high-end decorative settings. Dimensions Width: 25 cm Depth: 18 cm Height: 15 cm Key Features Authentic French gilt bronze casket, dated 1872 Exceptional high-relief figural decoration Rich mythological and pastoral scenes Ornate foliate and scrollwork detailing Raised on decorative zoomorphic feet Rare inscribed interior date Excellent antique condition antique French gilt bronze casket, 19th-century jewelry box bronze, French ormolu casket 1872, antique bronze trinket box figural relief, Victorian French decorative arts box, mythological bronze jewellery box, antique French gilt bronze box, collectible 19th century bronze casket, luxury antique decorative object, French high-relief bronze box, ormolu jewellery casket antique, French ormolu jewelry box...

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1870s French Neoclassical Antique Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Metal

Italian Florentine Moss Green and Gold Petite Lidded Round Jar Urn, 1960s
Italian Florentine Moss Green and Gold Petite Lidded Round Jar Urn, 1960s

Italian Florentine Moss Green and Gold Petite Lidded Round Jar Urn, 1960s

By Florentine

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Italian moss green and gold round lidded ceramic jar/ urn. The green shade contrasts beautifully with the gold accents and white pattern that wraps around the piece. The pe...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Brass box marked by Mechanical Engineering Company germany around 1920s
Brass box marked by Mechanical Engineering Company germany around 1920s

Brass box marked by Mechanical Engineering Company germany around 1920s

Located in Wien, Au

Brass box marked by Mechanical Engineering Company germany around 1920s Box hight when open: 12cm Polished and stove enameled

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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Mahogany Tea Caddy, Hand-Carved, Regency Style
19th Century English Mahogany Tea Caddy, Hand-Carved, Regency Style

19th Century English Mahogany Tea Caddy, Hand-Carved, Regency Style

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

An extraordinary 19th century English solid mahogany tea caddy. This shaped box has a carved, angular top outlined with satinwood for subtle contrast, opening to a fitted interior. I...

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19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Nautical Wood with Inlaid Brass Jewelry Box
Vintage Nautical Wood with Inlaid Brass Jewelry Box

Vintage Nautical Wood with Inlaid Brass Jewelry Box

By R & Y Augousti, Jonathan Adler

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and Minimalist Jewelry box. This rare beauty is a unique box or decorative box that brings minimal shape with organic beauty. Constructed of wood panels that have been ligh...

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1970s Indian Minimalist Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Ruby Red and Gilt Silver Faceted Murano Glass Jewelry Box, Italy 1920s
Ruby Red and Gilt Silver Faceted Murano Glass Jewelry Box, Italy 1920s

Ruby Red and Gilt Silver Faceted Murano Glass Jewelry Box, Italy 1920s

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning jewelry box in faceted ruby red Murano glass and gilt silver. This incredibly rare piece was produced in Italy in the 1920s. The box feature an exquisite 12 sided faceted ...

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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Cartier Cigarette Case red and black fire-enamelled stripes made by Salimbeni
Cartier Cigarette Case red and black fire-enamelled stripes made by Salimbeni

Cartier Cigarette Case red and black fire-enamelled stripes made by Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Rectangular pocket cigarette case with long rounded sides in 925/1000 sterling silver with red and black fire-enamelled stripes. With button and spring opening. Measurements cm. 10.3...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Agresti Oro Jewelry Chest
Agresti Oro Jewelry Chest

Agresti Oro Jewelry Chest

From $4,500 / item

Red BurlwoodEbonyWhite Bird's Eye Maple

Agresti Oro Jewelry Chest

By Agresti

Located in New York, NY

Lockable jewelry chest with 5 drawers, two pullout / pull-out necklace bars, and lined in ultra-suede. Accessories in 24 karats gold plated brass...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass

Vintage Silver Plated Heart Shape with Ribbon Jewelry Box, 1970s
Vintage Silver Plated Heart Shape with Ribbon Jewelry Box, 1970s

Vintage Silver Plated Heart Shape with Ribbon Jewelry Box, 1970s

Located in Montecalvoli, IT

This vintage jewelry box from 1970s Italy is a charming heart-shaped design crafted in silver-plated metal with refined gold detailing. The lid features a delicate ribbon motif, addi...

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20th Century Boxes

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Porte lettre ou carte de visite en laiton, circa 1960-1970
Porte lettre ou carte de visite en laiton, circa 1960-1970

Porte lettre ou carte de visite en laiton, circa 1960-1970

Located in Meyrin, Switzerland

Porte carte de visite, lettre ou carton d’invitation… en laiton, circa 1970. De la forme d'une enveloppe, ses lignes élégante et graphique rappelle la période Hollywood Regency. Elle...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass

Striking Art Deco Style Cubist Geometric Decorative Wood Box Wonderful Gift
Striking Art Deco Style Cubist Geometric Decorative Wood Box Wonderful Gift

Striking Art Deco Style Cubist Geometric Decorative Wood Box Wonderful Gift

Located in Red Lion, PA

Striking Art Deco Style Cubist Geometric Inlaid Wood Decorative Box This Art Deco style decorative wood box showcases a bold Cubist-inspired geometric design crafted from a variety ...

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Late 20th Century Art Deco Boxes

Materials

Wood

19th century inlaid Irish Killarney writing slope
19th century inlaid Irish Killarney writing slope

19th century inlaid Irish Killarney writing slope

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century inlaid Killarney ware writing slope circa 1870. Beautiful Irish killarney region writing slope, beautifully inlaid with the various woods they used to craft with. Killa...

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Late 19th Century Irish Victorian Antique Boxes

Materials

Yew

1920's Art Deco Enamel Ladies Make up Compact Mirror Rouge, Mirror, Puffs
1920's Art Deco Enamel Ladies Make up Compact Mirror Rouge, Mirror, Puffs

1920's Art Deco Enamel Ladies Make up Compact Mirror Rouge, Mirror, Puffs

Located in Red Lion, PA

1920s Art Deco Enamel Ladies Makeup Compact Mirror with Rouge, Mirror, and Powder Puffs A striking and authentic 1920s Art Deco enamel ladies makeup compact, featuring a beautifully...

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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Metal, Enamel

1920s Set of Three Kerr Chickeries Hatchery Crates
1920s Set of Three Kerr Chickeries Hatchery Crates

1920s Set of Three Kerr Chickeries Hatchery Crates

Located in Doylestown, PA

Charming crates from Kerr Chickeries of Frenchtown, NJ from the 1920s. Each one is different giving the set visual interest and lots of arrangement possibilities. Use as tables, for ...

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1920s North American Vintage Boxes

Materials

Metal

Cigarette Case Silver 925 Absolute Striped Salimbeni
Cigarette Case Silver 925 Absolute Striped Salimbeni

Cigarette Case Silver 925 Absolute Striped Salimbeni

By Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Cigarette case silver 925 , striped and oval section in 925/1000 sterling silver. Opening button and spring opening . Early 20th century Art Deco style. ...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Long Narrow Chinese Laquered Box with Brass Bun Feet
Long Narrow Chinese Laquered Box with Brass Bun Feet

Long Narrow Chinese Laquered Box with Brass Bun Feet

By Sarreid Ltd.

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Lovely unusually long and narrow Chinoiserie box having black background with red and gold flowers, brass hinge and bun feet.

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1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Tiffany American Edwardian Sterling Silver Box
Antique Tiffany American Edwardian Sterling Silver Box

Antique Tiffany American Edwardian Sterling Silver Box

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

American Edwardian sterling silver box, ca 1910. Rectangular with straight sides; cover hinged with gently curved top and molded rim. Engine-turned stripes in plain frames; on cover ...

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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Patchwork Cityscape Brass/Chrome Gentlemen's Jewelry Box
Mid-Century Patchwork Cityscape Brass/Chrome Gentlemen's Jewelry Box

Mid-Century Patchwork Cityscape Brass/Chrome Gentlemen's Jewelry Box

By Paul Evans

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Circa 1960's patchwork brass and chrome metal gentlemen's jewelry box. In the style of designer Paul Evans showing fine craftsmanship and detail. Felt lined as well as bottom. Small ...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass, Chrome

19th C. Italian Grand Tour Micro-Mosaic "Doves of Pliny" Box After Antiquity
19th C. Italian Grand Tour Micro-Mosaic "Doves of Pliny" Box After Antiquity

19th C. Italian Grand Tour Micro-Mosaic "Doves of Pliny" Box After Antiquity

By Vatican Mosaic Studio

Located in Atlanta, GA

Italian, likely Circa 1880. This beautiful box has an exceptional Grand Tour Micro-mosaic plaque depicting the Capitoline Doves or Doves of Pliny after the Roman antiquity. Also by ...

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Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Boxes

Materials

Slate, Bronze

Japanese Laquered Box with Hinged Lid hand painted, 19th Century Meiji Period
Japanese Laquered Box with Hinged Lid hand painted, 19th Century Meiji Period

Japanese Laquered Box with Hinged Lid hand painted, 19th Century Meiji Period

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good papier mâché, rectangular shaped black lacquered lidded box, hand enamelled and gilded, made in Japan during the 19th century, early Meiji period. This rectangular shaped papier mâché box has a well fitting hinged lid, with the box base and lid slightly domed. The box was probably originally made as a pocket box but could easily sit on a desk or dressing table as required. This is a very decorative box with finely hand painted scenes of three people, one holding a parasol, in a garden setting, with a pagoda type building, large gate...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Boxes

Materials

Paper

Moroccan Moorish Middle Eastern Large Inlaid Wood Micro Mosaic Jewelry Box
Moroccan Moorish Middle Eastern Large Inlaid Wood Micro Mosaic Jewelry Box

Moroccan Moorish Middle Eastern Large Inlaid Wood Micro Mosaic Jewelry Box

Located in Studio City, CA

Stunning mosaic design, this intricate wood box is made from multiple micro pieces of wood with some possible bone inlays. Gorgeous craftsmanship. A true work of art. Would be a ...

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20th Century Moorish Boxes

Materials

Wood

Shaker Storage Box
Shaker Storage Box

Shaker Storage Box

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful, finely crafted bentwood cedar Shaker style storage or decorative box, circa late-20th century, American. Box is a rich brown cedar wood tacked with hand forged brass nai...

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Late 20th Century American Shaker Boxes

Materials

Brass

Polished Black Jewel Box with Gold-Plated Hardware
Polished Black Jewel Box with Gold-Plated Hardware

Polished Black Jewel Box with Gold-Plated Hardware

By Agresti

Located in New York, NY

Jewel box in polished ebony. Lockable by key and with the necklace bar on the top and a removable tray inside. All the hardware is 24-karat pink gold-plated.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes

Materials

Gold Plate

Pewter Rectangular Box, Early 20th Century, Italian, 27cm
Pewter Rectangular Box, Early 20th Century, Italian, 27cm

Pewter Rectangular Box, Early 20th Century, Italian, 27cm

Located in Roma, IT

Pewter rectangular box realized in the early 20th century. Dimensions : H 2.7 x L 10 x P 12.4 cm. Very good condition.

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Early 20th Century Italian Boxes

Materials

Pewter

MCM Abalone Shell and Brass Lidded Trinket Box in the Style of Los Castillios
MCM Abalone Shell and Brass Lidded Trinket Box in the Style of Los Castillios

MCM Abalone Shell and Brass Lidded Trinket Box in the Style of Los Castillios

By Los Castillos

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful MCM abalone shell and brass lidded trinket box with hard wood lining made in Mexico in the style of Los Castillios, circa 1960s. The piece is stamped on the underside “Made...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass

Moroccan Moorish Middle Eastern Large Inlaid Wood Micro Mosaic Jewelry Box
Moroccan Moorish Middle Eastern Large Inlaid Wood Micro Mosaic Jewelry Box

Moroccan Moorish Middle Eastern Large Inlaid Wood Micro Mosaic Jewelry Box

Located in Studio City, CA

Stunning mosaic design, this intricate wood box is made from multiple micro pieces of wood with some possible bone inlays. Gorgeous craftsmanship. A true work of art. Would be a g...

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20th Century Moorish Boxes

Materials

Wood

Vintage Carved Horse Puzzle Box, American Studio Craftsman 1970s
Vintage Carved Horse Puzzle Box, American Studio Craftsman 1970s

Vintage Carved Horse Puzzle Box, American Studio Craftsman 1970s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage carved wood box features abstract horse head form in striking choice of solid walnut wood. The fine relief detailing is done in carefully carved lighter wood to add volume an...

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20th Century American Folk Art Boxes

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Czech Malachite Glass Trinket Box, Curt Schlevogt, 1950s Art Deco
Czech Malachite Glass Trinket Box, Curt Schlevogt, 1950s Art Deco

Czech Malachite Glass Trinket Box, Curt Schlevogt, 1950s Art Deco

By Heinrich Hoffmann, Curt Schlevogt

Located in Glasgow, GB

A richly coloured malachite glass trinket box, crafted in Czechoslovakia during the mid-20th century, circa 1950s. This rectangular lidded box is a direct aesthetic descendant of the decorative glassware designed by Heinrich Hoffmann and Curt Schlevogt, two pivotal figures in the Czech Art Deco glass...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Boxes

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Japanese Antique Black Lacquered Box 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Black Lacquered Box 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Black Lacquered Box 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This box is made in Japan and coated with black lacquer. The furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s) and is made of cedar wood. The metal fittings are made of copper...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes

Materials

Copper

Georgian 18th Century Satinwood Tea Caddy Butterfly Inlay
Georgian 18th Century Satinwood Tea Caddy Butterfly Inlay

Georgian 18th Century Satinwood Tea Caddy Butterfly Inlay

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A Very Good Quality And Attractive Late 18th Century George III Period Satinwood Tea Caddy, With Extremely Unusual And Elegant Butterfly Inlaid Decoration To Hinged Top, Enclosing St...

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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes

Materials

Satinwood

Hollywood regency luxury smoking set, Italy 1970
Hollywood regency luxury smoking set, Italy 1970

Hollywood regency luxury smoking set, Italy 1970

Located in Firenze, IT

Smoking Set, table lighter and cigars box Italy 1970 faux tortoiseshell, brass Ashtray: H 9.5 × 6 × 6 cm Cigars box: H 6.5 x 18 × 11 cm Conditions: excellent consistent with age...

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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Music Play Box, Around 1960s, Made in Switzerland
Music Play Box, Around 1960s, Made in Switzerland

Music Play Box, Around 1960s, Made in Switzerland

Located in Wien, Au

Music play box, around 1960s, made in Switzerland. Wood inlays. Plays " Love story " Music Hight when open: 19cm.

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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Wood

Rinascimento Humidor

Rinascimento Humidor

By Maccarrone

Located in Milan, IT

This iconic humidor is part of Maccarone's Marquetry collection and can hold up to 150 cigars. The design of this humidor, enriched with laser-engraved detail...

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2010s Italian Modern Boxes

Materials

Polyester, Wood

Stunning Late 1800s Gothic Revival Walnut & Brass Tea Caddy Box W. Great Patina
Stunning Late 1800s Gothic Revival Walnut & Brass Tea Caddy Box W. Great Patina

Stunning Late 1800s Gothic Revival Walnut & Brass Tea Caddy Box W. Great Patina

Located in Lisse, NL

A very pleasing, late 19th century, double compartment tea caddy. This marvellous and rare tea caddy is in very good condition and the burl walnut has a truly warm, deep and rich pa...

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Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Brass

Swedish Grace Pewter Box with a brass lion sculpture
Swedish Grace Pewter Box with a brass lion sculpture

Swedish Grace Pewter Box with a brass lion sculpture

By Anna Petrus

Located in Stockholm, SE

Beautiful Chest with lid known as Swedish Grace. Made in pewter with brass details. Stamped Svenskt Tenn 1931, octagonal shape on paw feet with ball, lid with crowning lion.

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass, Pewter

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.