Boxes
1980s Philippine Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Stone
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Copper
1930s Danish Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Goatskin, Felt, Wood
Mid-19th Century South Asian Moorish Antique Boxes
Bone, Tortoise Shell
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
1880s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s German Regency Revival Boxes
Porcelain
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Boxes
Quartz, Pyrite
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
20th Century Italian Space Age Boxes
Lucite
1910s Japanese Vintage Boxes
Enamel
Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
1940s English Vintage Boxes
Gold
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Early 20th Century English Boxes
Brass
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass, Steel
20th Century Gothic Boxes
Stone, Bronze
20th Century American Modern Boxes
Burl
1970s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s Chinese Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 1900s Black Forest Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
1970s Italian Other Vintage Boxes
Chrome
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1920s American Victorian Vintage Boxes
Brass, Copper
Early 20th Century Asian Boxes
Silver
20th Century American Art Nouveau Boxes
Bronze
1910s Italian Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
1980s American International Style Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Boxes
Quartz, Pyrite
1890s English Antique Boxes
Silk, Wood
Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Boxes
Brass, Iron
Late 20th Century European Boxes
Glass, Wood, Burl, Velvet
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Wood
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century Chinese Tribal Antique Boxes
Wood, Bamboo
Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Silver
Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century Scottish Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
1980s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Resin
1930s European Bauhaus Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 1800s English George III Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
19th Century English Other Antique Boxes
Metal
1910s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Copper
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Burl
1970s French Brutalist Vintage Boxes
Wood, Olive
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Ormolu
20th Century French Boxes
Quartz, Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Metal
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Boxes
Fabric, Fruitwood
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.







