Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Marble
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Hardwood
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Gold, Bronze
2010s Turkish Modern Boxes
Chestnut
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Crocodile
Late 19th Century British High Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century British Victorian Boxes
Mahogany
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century Austrian High Victorian Antique Boxes
Bronze
1880s Indian Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Paper
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
1880s Russian Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Satinwood
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold, Gold Plate
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
1840s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Victorian Boxes
Mahogany, Cedar
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
19th Century Victorian Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Boxes
Bronze, Ormolu
20th Century American Modern Boxes
Burl
19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass, Zinc
2010s Turkish Modern Boxes
Chestnut
20th Century Philippine Modern Boxes
Bone, Felt
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Bone, Wood, Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Quartz, Metal, Silver Plate
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Boxes
Oak
Late 19th Century British High Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Porcelain
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Metal
20th Century French Modern Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Tin
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Gold, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1890s Austrian Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Gold
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Ebony
Early 2000s French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
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.