Boxes
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Copper
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Glass, Mirror
1910s Japanese Vintage Boxes
Enamel
2010s Italian Boxes
Leather
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Boxes
Quartz, Pyrite
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Boxes
Metal
Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Wood
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Silver
1940s English Vintage Boxes
Gold
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Silver
1930s Danish Vintage Boxes
Bronze
19th Century English Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Pewter
Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
1890s English Antique Boxes
Silk, Wood
1860s Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Boxes
Brass, Iron
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1980s American Vintage Boxes
Wood
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1880s French French Provincial Antique Boxes
Leather
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
1990s American Classical Boxes
Leather
1970s Italian Other Vintage Boxes
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Boxes
Quartz, Pyrite
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Boxes
Sandalwood
2010s German Regency Revival Boxes
Porcelain
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Silver
1980s American International Style Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
1970s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Brass
19th Century Chinese Antique Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
1980s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Resin
1910s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Copper, Enamel
Early 1800s English George III Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1820s French Charles X Antique Boxes
Gold
Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Antique Boxes
Softwood
Early 19th Century Scottish Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Boxes
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Boxes
Brass
19th Century American American Classical Antique Boxes
Steel, Wrought Iron, Iron
19th Century British Antique Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Burl
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Ormolu
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Copper, Enamel
1930s Japanese Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Chrome
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1930s European Bauhaus Vintage Boxes
Metal
1890s Czech Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Art Glass
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.





