Boxes
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lucite
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Chrome
1940s French Rustic Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Faience
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century French Arts and Crafts Boxes
Leather, Blown Glass, Paper
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1890s French Antique Boxes
Enamel, Bronze
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Glass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
1950s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Alpaca
1950s Sri Lankan British Colonial Vintage Boxes
Hardwood
1890s French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Malachite, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century French Boxes
Opaline Glass
Mid-20th Century North American Art Nouveau Boxes
Metal, Brass, Bronze
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Export Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Revival Boxes
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Onyx
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Crocodile
1930s English Folk Art Vintage Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Rosewood
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass, Nickel
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Birch, Cedar
1960s Italian Other Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Malachite, Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1960s Chinese Chinese Chippendale Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bamboo, Cane, Bakelite
1960s Italian Vintage Boxes
Malachite
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Brass
1890s French Regency Antique Boxes
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Gold, Brass
1950s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Bone
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1890s British Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Boxes
Fruitwood
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Chinese Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather, Fabric
1960s Italian Vintage Boxes
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate, Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century English Boxes
Gold, Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Bone, Ebony, Rosewood
1940s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Lacquer
1960s French Renaissance Vintage Boxes
Steel
Mid-20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lucite
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
1950s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1890s Russian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Silver
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.