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Boxes For Sale
Mid-Century Modern Wood and Enamel Box by J. Capo Esmaltes, Spain, 1960
Mid-Century Modern Wood and Enamel Box by J. Capo Esmaltes, Spain, 1960

Mid-Century Modern Wood and Enamel Box by J. Capo Esmaltes, Spain, 1960

By Capo Esmaltes

Located in Atlanta, GA

Designed by the esteemed J. Capo Esmaltes and crafted in Spain circa 1960, this exquisite Mid-Century Modern lidded box is a true fusion of artistry and craftsmanship. Its refined re...

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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Metal, Copper, Enamel

Antique French Grand Tour Souvenir Casket, Beveled Glass & Eglomise of Opera
Antique French Grand Tour Souvenir Casket, Beveled Glass & Eglomise of Opera

Antique French Grand Tour Souvenir Casket, Beveled Glass & Eglomise of Opera

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Antique French Églomisé Casket - Souvenir from France, circa 1900 A charming French antique casket from circa 1900 with gilt brass fittings and clear glass panels. The hinged lid fe...

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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

Antique English Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy Georgian Period
Antique English Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy Georgian Period

Antique English Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy Georgian Period

Located in Northampton, GB

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Green tortoiseshell tea caddy dating to the Georgian period, circa 1790 during the reign of George III. The exterior is finished in vibrant green tortoiseshell and mounted with silver stringing, a vacant silver initial plaque and matching silver escutcheon. The interior is faced in boxwood and fitted with two tortoiseshell lids, each mounted with turned bone handles. When removed, the lids reveal twin tea storage compartments retaining visible traces of their original lining. The tea caddy remains complete with a working lock and tasselled key and is a rare example of late eighteenth century tortoiseshell tea caddies.

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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes

Materials

Shell

Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewelry Case
Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewelry Case

Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewelry Case

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Northampton, GB

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING A Louis Vuitton LV Monogram jewellery case of elongated rectangular form, brass mounted and dating to the second half of the twentieth century, circa 1970. ...

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Canvas

Tiffany Studios Zodiac Pattern Gilt Bronze Cigar Humidor or Table Box No. 1655
Tiffany Studios Zodiac Pattern Gilt Bronze Cigar Humidor or Table Box No. 1655

Tiffany Studios Zodiac Pattern Gilt Bronze Cigar Humidor or Table Box No. 1655

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique Tiffany Studios box. In gilt Bronze. In the Zodiac pattern. Model no. 1655. This table box is often referred to as a cigar humidor. It also functions beautifully a...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco English Tortoise Shell & Mother of Pearl Box, circa 1920
Art Deco English Tortoise Shell & Mother of Pearl Box, circa 1920

Art Deco English Tortoise Shell & Mother of Pearl Box, circa 1920

Located in Pearland, TX

A stylish antique Art Deco English tortoise shell and mother of pearl tessellated box with a hinged lid and brass interior, circa 1920. A fabulous accent piece for any room! Dimens...

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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

1970s French Silver-Plated Metal Box with Wooden Interior – Vintage Cigarette Ca
1970s French Silver-Plated Metal Box with Wooden Interior – Vintage Cigarette Ca

1970s French Silver-Plated Metal Box with Wooden Interior – Vintage Cigarette Ca

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

1970s French Silver-Plated Metal Box with Wooden Interior – Vintage Cigarette Case This elegant French silver-plated metal box from the 1970s was likely designed as a cigarette case. It features a beautiful aged patina and a refined metallic shine that highlight its craftsmanship. The lid is framed with a twisted metal border, adding a touch of sophistication and texture. The interior is lined with wood, providing a warm contrast to the cool silver exterior. There is a minor structural imperfection in the opening mechanism, discreet and non-intrusive to its use. Both decorative and functional, this vintage piece is perfect for collectors or for use as a refined storage box. Key features: French silver-plated metal box, 1970s Wooden interior with elegant twisted metal border Light structural flaw in mechanism (non-visible, functional) Beautiful patina and polished finish Ideal as a decorative or functional storage piece Keywords: 1970s French silver box...

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1970s French Vintage Boxes

Materials

Metal

Vintage French Jewellery Box with Enamel Lid and Toucan Motif by Mithé Espelt
Vintage French Jewellery Box with Enamel Lid and Toucan Motif by Mithé Espelt

Vintage French Jewellery Box with Enamel Lid and Toucan Motif by Mithé Espelt

By Mithé Espelt

Located in London, GB

Decorative jewellery box with enamel lid and toucan bird motif by Mithé Espelt (circa 1960s). Stylised toucan and lemon with vibrant colours crown this otherwise simple but elegant j...

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1960s French Vintage Boxes

Materials

Enamel

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: 12 inc...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Ormolu Jewelry Box French Casket Bevelled Glass Paris Village Suisse
Antique Ormolu Jewelry Box French Casket Bevelled Glass Paris Village Suisse

Antique Ormolu Jewelry Box French Casket Bevelled Glass Paris Village Suisse

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Antique French Églomisé Casket - Souvenir from France, circa 1900 A charming French antique casket from circa 1900 with gilt brass fittings and clear glass panels. The hinged lid fe...

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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

Russian Lacquer Hand Painted Tale of Tsar Saltan Box, Mstera, Artist Signed
Russian Lacquer Hand Painted Tale of Tsar Saltan Box, Mstera, Artist Signed

Russian Lacquer Hand Painted Tale of Tsar Saltan Box, Mstera, Artist Signed

Located in New York, NY

Soviet era Mstera hand painted, artist signed lacquer box depicting a scene from Pushkin's renown Tale of Tsar Saltan 20th Century Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin's 1831 masterpiece, "The Tale of Tsar Saltan", a Russian fairy tale...

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20th Century Russian Boxes

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Lacquer

Carved Redwood Box with Sliding Lid, American Studio Craftsman
Carved Redwood Box with Sliding Lid, American Studio Craftsman

Carved Redwood Box with Sliding Lid, American Studio Craftsman

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage carved wood box features Modernist abstract organic form and striking choice of solid wood. Asymmetrically sculpted box is sliding inside its rounded lid; the bottom of the ...

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20th Century Organic Modern Boxes

Materials

Wood

Abalone shell & alpaca silver turtle box, Mexico, 1970's
Abalone shell & alpaca silver turtle box, Mexico, 1970's

Abalone shell & alpaca silver turtle box, Mexico, 1970's

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb turtle-shaped jewelry box designed and produced in Mexico during the 1970's. This artisanal set with abalone mother-of-pearl and alpaca, is a true work of art. More than a box...

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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Silver

Vintage MMA 1989 Reproduction Asante Gold Dust Bird Box
Vintage MMA 1989 Reproduction Asante Gold Dust Bird Box

Vintage MMA 1989 Reproduction Asante Gold Dust Bird Box

Located in Fairfield, CA

A vintage 1989 reproduction by the Museum of Modern Art of an Asante gold dust box. Made of gold toned metal with a beautiful design of birds perched along the edges of the lid. Some...

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1980s American Vintage Boxes

Materials

Metal

Jean Michel Frank Geometric Straw Marquetry Box, France circa 1930
Jean Michel Frank Geometric Straw Marquetry Box, France circa 1930

Jean Michel Frank Geometric Straw Marquetry Box, France circa 1930

By Jean-Michel Frank

Located in Atlanta, GA

This rare Art Deco straw marquetry lidded box is attributed to French designer Jean Michel Frank. The piece was meticulously crafted in France circa 1930. The rectangular shape is st...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Straw, Wood

Julien VIARD Art Deco Enameled Frosted Glass Powder Compact, France, 1920
Julien VIARD Art Deco Enameled Frosted Glass Powder Compact, France, 1920

Julien VIARD Art Deco Enameled Frosted Glass Powder Compact, France, 1920

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Enameled frosted glass powder compact by Julien VIARD, 25, rue Chevalier-Dédiré, Paris, France, early 1920s. Close to the Rene Lalique works. Height : 4.3"(11cm), Diameter : 2.35"(...

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1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Painted Wooden Box
Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Painted Wooden Box

Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Painted Wooden Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A painted 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art wood box, with blue and red. These boxes were used for multiple purposes, eg to transport during long trips important documents and priva...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes

Materials

Wood, Paint

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

Gabriella Crespi Brass Cigarette Case, Italy, Signed, Vintage 1972
Gabriella Crespi Brass Cigarette Case, Italy, Signed, Vintage 1972

Gabriella Crespi Brass Cigarette Case, Italy, Signed, Vintage 1972

By Gabriella Crespi

Located in Florence, Tuscany

An original 1970s Gabriella Crespi ciagrette case signed on the side and with the original Crespi sticker on the base. The case is dated 11 Decemer 1972 on the inside. A perfect piec...

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1970s Italian Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique French Sevres Porcelain and Ormolu Jewellery Casket 19th Century
Antique French Sevres Porcelain and Ormolu Jewellery Casket 19th Century

Antique French Sevres Porcelain and Ormolu Jewellery Casket 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fine large antique French Ormolu and Sevres Porcelain jewellery casket, circa 1860 in date. This magnificent casket is rectangular in shape with the lid and each side exce...

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1860s Antique Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Dior Midcentury Gilt Brass and Chrome Decorative Jewelry Box, Italy 1970s
Dior Midcentury Gilt Brass and Chrome Decorative Jewelry Box, Italy 1970s

Dior Midcentury Gilt Brass and Chrome Decorative Jewelry Box, Italy 1970s

By Christian Dior

Located in Roma, IT

Description Spectacular Mid-Century decorative box in a striking combination of gilt brass and chromed metal. This incredibly elegant jewelry box was produced in Italy during the 19...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Hand‑Carved Genuine Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage
Hand‑Carved Genuine Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage

Hand‑Carved Genuine Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage

Located in New York, NY

Bring natural style to your home or office with this Hand‑Carved Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage. The genuine Malachite showcases the vivid banding and rich emerald to...

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2010s Congolese Boxes

Materials

Malachite

Gemstone Box Six Natural Stones Large Rare K3 Jasper Green Serpentine
Gemstone Box Six Natural Stones Large Rare K3 Jasper Green Serpentine

Gemstone Box Six Natural Stones Large Rare K3 Jasper Green Serpentine

Located in Somis, CA

A large beautiful pure gemstone box crafted from six natural stones, including the very rare K3 Jasper, showcasing the artistry of a master craftsman. A harmonious blend of three typ...

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2010s Italian Boxes

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Serpentine

Antique Regency Brass Bound Traveling Desk Wooden Mahogany Writing Slope Regency
Antique Regency Brass Bound Traveling Desk Wooden Mahogany Writing Slope Regency

Antique Regency Brass Bound Traveling Desk Wooden Mahogany Writing Slope Regency

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An Exceptionally Fine Quality English Well Figured Solid grained Mahogany Officers Campaign Style Traveling Writing Slope of outstanding quality and unusually large size. First quart...

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19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period
Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period

Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period

Located in Chicago, IL

This box with many drawers is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the traditional accessories of Ja...

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Boxes

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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

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Metal, Bronze

Vintage Japanese Porcelain Box & Lid Arita Sometsuke Blue White Owl Handle
Vintage Japanese Porcelain Box & Lid Arita Sometsuke Blue White Owl Handle

Vintage Japanese Porcelain Box & Lid Arita Sometsuke Blue White Owl Handle

By Arita

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage square porcelain lid with box features a traditional Arita style blue and white decor with abstract geometric motifs in Sometsuke decoration technique. The minimal shape of t...

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20th Century Japanese Organic Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery

Dior Midcentury Brass, Lucite and Vienna Straw Decorative Oval Box, Italy 1970
Dior Midcentury Brass, Lucite and Vienna Straw Decorative Oval Box, Italy 1970

Dior Midcentury Brass, Lucite and Vienna Straw Decorative Oval Box, Italy 1970

By Christian Dior

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning Mid-Century decorative jewelry box made from a beautiful combination of lucite enriched with Vienna straw, brass, and tortoiseshell-effect lucite. This incredibly stylish pi...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Vintage Moroccan Jewelry Box in Hand-Engraved Metal & Camel Bone
Vintage Moroccan Jewelry Box in Hand-Engraved Metal & Camel Bone

Vintage Moroccan Jewelry Box in Hand-Engraved Metal & Camel Bone

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Artisan made hand-engraved metal trinket for jewelry or personal smalls. Moorish/Islamic ornamentation and techniques high-lighted by panels of white camel bone and red 'jewels' of n...

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1970s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Boxes

Materials

Metal

Vintage Maitland-Smith Tessellated Stone and Brass Table Box
Vintage Maitland-Smith Tessellated Stone and Brass Table Box

Vintage Maitland-Smith Tessellated Stone and Brass Table Box

By Maitland Smith

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Maitland-Smith Tessellated Stone and Brass Table Box Offered for sale is an early 1970s mid-century modern hinged and lidded decorative tessellated stone box with inset bras...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Stone, Brass

Large Antique Campaign Brass Mounted Writing Box. English C.1840
Large Antique Campaign Brass Mounted Writing Box. English C.1840

Large Antique Campaign Brass Mounted Writing Box. English C.1840

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Wonderful solid tropical hardwood writing box or slope Fabulous colour and figure in the wood Fine brass hardware 3 secret drawers shown in the last image* Replaced leather The ...

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1840s English Campaign Antique Boxes

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Brass

Antique Personal Diary Repository, Scottish, Brass, Keepsake Case, Victorian
Antique Personal Diary Repository, Scottish, Brass, Keepsake Case, Victorian

Antique Personal Diary Repository, Scottish, Brass, Keepsake Case, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a fine antique personal diary repository, originating from Scotland during the Victorian period, circa 1870. This striking book form keepsake case showcases the craftsmanship...

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1870s British Victorian Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Smart Antique English Sterling Silver Cigar Case / Box
Smart Antique English Sterling Silver Cigar Case / Box

Smart Antique English Sterling Silver Cigar Case / Box

By William Hair Haseler

Located in Bath, GB

A very handsome top-quality four finger cigar case or box made from a heavy gauge of solid English sterling silver weighing 151 grams / 4.86 Troy Ounces. The case is in near mint co...

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1910s British Edwardian Vintage Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ceramic Restaurant Matchbox - Le Coucou
Ceramic Restaurant Matchbox - Le Coucou

Ceramic Restaurant Matchbox - Le Coucou

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Matchbox Series is composed of roughly 4”x 6” boxes that make direct references to iconic NYC institutions. These boxes come with slide out inserts that are filled with oversized...

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2010s American Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

19th Century Swiss Black Forest Hand-Carved Oak Jewelry Box
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Hand-Carved Oak Jewelry Box

19th Century Swiss Black Forest Hand-Carved Oak Jewelry Box

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Switzerland / 19th century / Black ForestJewelry box / oak / Antique An exquisite example of 19th-century Swiss artisanal craftsmanship. This Black Forest jewelry box is richly hand...

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19th Century Swiss Folk Art Antique Boxes

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Oak

Antique Tramp Art Box, Hand-Carved Two-Toned Wood, France, Circa 1900
Antique Tramp Art Box, Hand-Carved Two-Toned Wood, France, Circa 1900

Antique Tramp Art Box, Hand-Carved Two-Toned Wood, France, Circa 1900

By Tramp Art

Located in Valencia, VC

Charming Antique Tramp Art Box, France, Circa 1900 A very charming tramp art box featuring beautifully hand-carved work in two-toned wood. The lighter sections are framed with delic...

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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Boxes

Materials

Brass

Viennese silver enamel guilloche box or case, 1922
Viennese silver enamel guilloche box or case, 1922

Viennese silver enamel guilloche box or case, 1922

Located in Delft, NL

Viennese silver enamel guilloche box or case, 1922 An Austrian silver case or box with enamel guilloche and is gold-plated inside. The box is beautifully decorated with leaf motifs ...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Boxes

Materials

Silver

Italian Leather Jewelry Box
Italian Leather Jewelry Box

Italian Leather Jewelry Box

$960Sale Price|20% Off

Italian Leather Jewelry Box

Located in New York, NY

An Italian blue and gold leather jewelry box with removable tray and key/lock, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Leather box is blue leather with decorative edge, gold embossed tooling ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Dresser or Table Box
Mid-Century Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Dresser or Table Box

Mid-Century Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Dresser or Table Box

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine signed silver table box. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Marked to the base. Simply wonderful Tiffany design! Date: Mid-20th Century Overall Condition: It is ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Glaciar Large Silver Alpaca & Bordeaux Onyx Stone Box
Glaciar Large Silver Alpaca & Bordeaux Onyx Stone Box

Glaciar Large Silver Alpaca & Bordeaux Onyx Stone Box

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

Glaciar collection is meticulously handcrafted by our local artisans with these rectangular onyx pieces set around alpaca silver flower vases, boxes and trays. Our pieces are made b...

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2010s South American Modern Boxes

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Metal

Bahria Malachite Jewelry Box by Obsydian Stone
Bahria Malachite Jewelry Box by Obsydian Stone

Bahria Malachite Jewelry Box by Obsydian Stone

By Obsydian Stone

Located in Milan, IT

This jewelry box in precious malachite strikes with its sensual and unrepeatable traceries. Its bright tones of green - inspired by the ancient Bahria oasis dedicated to Osiris, godd...

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2010s Italian Boxes

Materials

Multi-gemstone

Decorative Art Deco Brass Box around 1920s
Decorative Art Deco Brass Box around 1920s

Decorative Art Deco Brass Box around 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

Decorative Art Deco Brass Box around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled

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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Japanned Chinoiserie Sewing Cabinet English Regency
Japanned Chinoiserie Sewing Cabinet English Regency

Japanned Chinoiserie Sewing Cabinet English Regency

Located in Northampton, GB

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING This Regency japanned chinoiserie sewing cabinet dates to the early nineteenth century, circa 1815. The cabinet is of rectangular form and decorated through...

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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Custom Made Jewelry Box by Lion Crest Woodworking
Custom Made Jewelry Box by Lion Crest Woodworking

Custom Made Jewelry Box by Lion Crest Woodworking

Located in Bradenton, FL

A beautiful handmade jewelry box in ebony, by Lion Crest Woodworking of Sarasota, FL. The jewelry box top is decorated with a square of maple framed with an inlaid band of fine strip...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Boxes

Materials

Wood, Ebony, Maple, Zebra Wood, Sapele Wood

Antique Wooden and Cardboard Apothecary Pharmacy Storage Jar for Valerian Root
Antique Wooden and Cardboard Apothecary Pharmacy Storage Jar for Valerian Root

Antique Wooden and Cardboard Apothecary Pharmacy Storage Jar for Valerian Root

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1900s wooden and cardboard apothecary pharmacy storage jar or box for Valerian Root. Nice addition to your room or just for use it on your desk. Found at an estate sale...

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Early 1900s German Folk Art Antique Boxes

Materials

Plywood, Paper

Hand-Blown Murano Box in Ruby with Chrome Fittings
Hand-Blown Murano Box in Ruby with Chrome Fittings

Hand-Blown Murano Box in Ruby with Chrome Fittings

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hand-Blown Murano Box in Ruby with Chrome Fittings is a radiant celebration of color, craftsmanship, and Italian elegance. Meticulously hand-blown in Murano, this striking piece show...

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2010s Italian Modern Boxes

Materials

Chrome

Early 20th Century Wood & Brass Tool Box
Early 20th Century Wood & Brass Tool Box

Early 20th Century Wood & Brass Tool Box

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Early 20th Century Wood & Brass Tool Box / Chest. Beautiful natural patina.

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Early 20th Century American Primitive Boxes

Materials

Brass

Bronze, Brass & Tiger Penshell Crocodile Box / Sculpture by Maitland Smith
Bronze, Brass & Tiger Penshell Crocodile Box / Sculpture by Maitland Smith

Bronze, Brass & Tiger Penshell Crocodile Box / Sculpture by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in San Diego, CA

Large cast bronze, brass and crackled tiger penshell crocodile and dragonfly box / sculpture by Maitland Smith, circa 1990s. This hard to find piece is in very good vintage condition...

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Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Boxes

Materials

Brass

Smart Italian Red Jasper Stone Box c.1950
Smart Italian Red Jasper Stone Box c.1950

Smart Italian Red Jasper Stone Box c.1950

Located in Bath, GB

A wonderful smart mid-century modern Italian box made from red jasper stone and lined in onyx. A gilt metal hinge joins the top and bottom of the box. Red Jasper is a microcrysta...

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1850s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Boxes

Materials

Stone

Moorish Inlaid Marquetry Mosaic Jewelry Box with Geometric and Floral Patterns
Moorish Inlaid Marquetry Mosaic Jewelry Box with Geometric and Floral Patterns

Moorish Inlaid Marquetry Mosaic Jewelry Box with Geometric and Floral Patterns

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This is a Moorish-style jewelry box adorned with inlaid marquetry work, featuring a mosaic of geometric and floral patterns. The design is highly detailed, with small pieces of wood ...

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1940s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Boxes

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Antique Porcelain Box Flowers Chintz Design
Antique Porcelain Box Flowers Chintz Design

Antique Porcelain Box Flowers Chintz Design

Located in New York, NY

An antique porcelain box with floral chintz design, circa late 19th century to early-20th century, Europe. Porcelain box has a hinged lid with an...

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Early 20th Century European Boxes

Materials

Brass

A Rare Louis XVI Gold and Enamel Rock Crystal Snuff Box, Rothschild Provenance
A Rare Louis XVI Gold and Enamel Rock Crystal Snuff Box, Rothschild Provenance

A Rare Louis XVI Gold and Enamel Rock Crystal Snuff Box, Rothschild Provenance

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A Rare Louis XVI Enamel and Gold-Mounted Rock Crystal Snuff Box By François-Vincent Garand, Paris, 1760/61 An exceptional and highly refined Louis XVI gold-mounted snuff box, master...

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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold, Enamel

Vintage Chinoiserie Jewelry Box, Wood with Jade Inlay and Brass Decor
Vintage Chinoiserie Jewelry Box, Wood with Jade Inlay and Brass Decor

Vintage Chinoiserie Jewelry Box, Wood with Jade Inlay and Brass Decor

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage Chinese jewelry box features solid wood body with finger joint corners, carved inlay on the lid, and brass applique decor on the corners and around the inlay. The box is equi...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Boxes

Materials

Stone, Jade, Brass

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.