Boxes
1930s American Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-19th Century British Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Early 20th Century German Boxes
Silver
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Giltwood
2010s Congolese Boxes
Malachite
Late 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Ebony
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes
Maple, Padouk
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Enamel, Ormolu
Early 1900s French Medieval Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 2000s French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
1920s British Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1910s European Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Bentwood
2010s Congolese Boxes
Malachite
1910s Swiss Folk Art Vintage Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lucite
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1920s Danish Vintage Boxes
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Onyx
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Coral, Silver, Enamel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Straw, Wood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century European Boxes
Quartz, Brass, Bronze
20th Century French Boxes
Porcelain
19th Century British Antique Boxes
Paper
1970s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Mid-19th Century French Antique Boxes
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1870s Antique Boxes
Bronze, Ormolu
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Early 20th Century European Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Alabaster, Marble, Metal
Mid-18th Century German Biedermeier Antique Boxes
Brass, Copper
1970s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s South American Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
2010s European Boxes
Onyx
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s European Boxes
Marble
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Boxes
Composition
Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Boxes
Brass, Ormolu
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Boxes
Brass
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Felt, Wood
1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Pewter
Late 20th Century Victorian Boxes
Porcelain
18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Boxes
Gold Leaf
1970s Italian International Style Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century British Industrial Boxes
Pine
Late 19th Century English Art Deco Antique Boxes
Crystal, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver
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.





