Boxes
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Boxes
1880s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Metal
1890s British Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Bronze
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Boxes
Walnut
19th Century Antique Boxes
Brass
1880s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Copper
1880s Russian Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood, Paper
Late 19th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Antique Boxes
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century Indian Regency Antique Boxes
Bone, Sandalwood, Ivory
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Fruitwood, Walnut
Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Walnut, Cherry
1860s English Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Tin
1850s British Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Glass, Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1890s French Regency Antique Boxes
Walnut
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Wood
1940s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Leather, Cotton
Early 19th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Brass
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Beech, Birdseye Maple
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Jade, Brass
1840s English Regency Antique Boxes
Satinwood
Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique Boxes
Bronze
Late 19th Century British High Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 1800s European Georgian Antique Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Ormolu
Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Boxes
Wicker
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Brass, Copper
Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century European Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Antler, Sandalwood
1890s French Majolica Pottery Antique Boxes
Majolica
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Shell
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Malachite, Brass
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Lacquer
Early 19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Boxes
Gold, Enamel
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Lacquer
Late 19th Century English Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Crystal, Ormolu
Late 19th Century British Régence Antique Boxes
Hardwood, Pine
Late 19th Century European Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Ormolu
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Satinwood
1940s Portuguese Country Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Delft
19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Boxes
Bone, Wood
19th Century British Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
1870s British Black Forest Antique Boxes
Walnut
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.