Boxes
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s German Jugendstil Antique Boxes
Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc
20th Century American Modern Boxes
Burl
20th Century Philippine Modern Boxes
Bone, Felt
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Bone, Wood, Bentwood
2010s Turkish Modern Boxes
Chestnut
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Quartz, Metal, Silver Plate
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Copper
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
20th Century French Modern Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Bronze
1920s Belgian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Tin
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 2000s French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 2000s Italian Modern Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
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
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
1880s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Birdseye Maple
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Mahogany
1990s Indian Modern Boxes
Metal, Brass, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Unknown Modern Boxes
Metal
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Copper, Enamel
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Marble
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Bronze
Early 2000s Irish Modern Boxes
Mahogany, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Crystal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ultrasuede, Wood
Early 20th Century German Modern Boxes
Metal, Aluminum
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
20th Century Unknown Modern Boxes
Crystal, Rock Crystal
1950s American Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Metal
1980s North American Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass, Enamel
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Metal, Pewter
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
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.