Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Bone, Horn, Wood
Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Boxes
Shell
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
1980s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble, Travertine, Stone, Metal, Brass
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 2000s American Modern Boxes
Birdseye Maple, Cherry, Burl
1950s Philippine Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Boxes
Brass, Bronze
1980s Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Horn
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Copper, Enamel
1910s British Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1910s British Modern Vintage Boxes
Agate, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Siena Marble
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Wood, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
1990s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Fabric
1940s Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Wicker
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century German Modern Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Walnut
1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Bone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Jade
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Suede, Wood
1990s French Hollywood Regency Boxes
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Boxes
Gold Leaf
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Boxes
Brass, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Boxes
Brass, Bronze
Late 20th Century American Modern Boxes
Crystal
20th Century German Modern Boxes
Porcelain
Early 2000s French Modern Boxes
Epoxy Resin
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Agate, Metal, Silver Plate
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
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.