Boxes
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Mahogany
1950s American Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Giltwood
1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Boxes
Travertine
1970s Italian International Style Vintage Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Steel
1870s Antique Boxes
Ormolu
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Early 20th Century North American Industrial Boxes
Brass
2010s German Boxes
Acrylic
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Walnut
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Metal, Pewter
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Bone, Felt, Wood, Ebony
20th Century Brazilian Boxes
Art Glass, Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Jade, Enamel, Silver
Late 20th Century French International Style Boxes
Enamel, Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Porcelain
1950s French Rustic Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Pine
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Malachite, Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1790s Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century Indian Other Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century Rococo Revival Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel, Metal, Copper
Early 1900s French Antique Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Boxes
Stone
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lucite
1960s European Industrial Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Philippine Boxes
Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Felt, Wood, Paper
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Leather
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Hardwood
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Boxes
Bronze, Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
Early 1900s German Vienna Secession Antique Boxes
Brass, Copper
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Birch, Pine
20th Century Russian Boxes
Gold
Late 20th Century Indian Agra Boxes
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Gothic Boxes
Metal
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Vintage Boxes
Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Glass, Cedar
19th Century Antique Boxes
Metal
Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Boxes
Copper
Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Boxes
Nutwood, Walnut
20th Century Unknown Modern Boxes
Crystal, Rock Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Lucite, Plexiglass
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1960s European Vintage 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.