Boxes
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Leaf
1960s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s Italian Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver
1970s Italian Rococo Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wicker, Straw
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Copper, Enamel
1970s Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Opaline Glass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Alabaster
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Quartz, Metal, Silver Plate
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Maple, Walnut
1960s Italian Vintage Boxes
Stone
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Crystal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Metal
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold, Gold Plate
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Jacaranda, Rosewood, Cocobolo
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Wood
1970s Vintage Boxes
Shell
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Jacaranda, Mahogany, Rosewood, Cocobolo
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Glass, Murano Glass
1960s Spanish Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Copper
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Alabaster, Brass
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Wood
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Glass, Teak
1960s French Space Age Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate, Brass
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1970s Italian International Style Vintage Boxes
Metal
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1970s Folk Art Vintage Boxes
Wood
1960s Vintage Boxes
Alabaster
1970s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Hardwood
1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Boxes
Travertine
1970s West Asian Moorish Vintage Boxes
Enamel
1960s Vintage Boxes
Fruitwood
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
1970s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass, Tin
1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Steel
1970s Swiss Vintage Boxes
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.