Boxes
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Velvet, Wood
Early 1900s Central American Mid-Century Modern Antique Boxes
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Lacquer
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Mahogany, Wood
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Shell, Mother-of-Pearl
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Brass
Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate, Steel, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Burl
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wicker, Straw
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Chrome
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Alabaster, Brass
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Paper
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Bronze
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Cork
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Porcelain
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Glass
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Jacaranda, Mahogany, Rosewood, Cocobolo
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Alabaster, Metal
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Fabric
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Jacaranda, Rosewood, Cocobolo
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Burl
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Copper, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Silver
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal, Silver
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Silver
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Multi-gemstone, Metal, Brass, Silver, Copper
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lacquer
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Alabaster
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Rosewood
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Mirror
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Aluminum
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Tin
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Felt, Walnut
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Enamel
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Malachite, Brass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Cocobolo
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern 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.