Boxes
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
2010s Italian Boxes
Crystal, Gold, Silver, Bronze
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Quartz, Brass
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Turkish Modern Boxes
Chestnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
1840s English Regency Antique Boxes
Satinwood
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Wood, Shagreen Stingray
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Wood, Oak
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Steel
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite
2010s Italian Boxes
Leather, Walnut, Cedar
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Boxes
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
2010s Unknown Modern Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Bone, Wood, Bentwood
2010s Italian Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
2010s Boxes
Leather
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Boxes
Gold Plate, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Boxes
Brass
2010s American Organic Modern Boxes
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Serpentine
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Malachite, Bronze
2010s German Regency Revival Boxes
Porcelain
1840s French Louis Philippe Antique Boxes
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Quartz, Marble
2010s Swiss Boxes
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Wood
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite
21st Century and Contemporary French Boxes
Brass, Nickel
2010s Turkish Modern Boxes
Chestnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Rock Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Tin
2010s European Boxes
Onyx
2010s European Boxes
Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
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.