Boxes
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Walnut
2010s Congolese Boxes
Malachite
20th Century Philippine Georgian Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1920s Vintage Boxes
Cedar
20th Century Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery, Terracotta
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Metal
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
2010s German Boxes
Acrylic
2010s Italian Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century American Folk Art Boxes
Wood
1950s Sri Lankan British Colonial Vintage Boxes
Hardwood
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Gold Leaf
1920s British Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century English British Colonial Antique Boxes
Shell
1840s Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1970s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
Early 2000s French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Lucite
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
Early 2000s Irish Modern Boxes
Mahogany, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 1900s French Medieval Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Late 20th Century English Boxes
Stoneware
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Boxes
Wood
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
Early 20th Century French Baroque Revival Boxes
Brass, Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Alabaster, Marble, Metal
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Walnut
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Coral, Silver, Enamel
1990s American Classical Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Shell, Bone
1930s American Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century European Boxes
Quartz, Brass, Bronze
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes
Maple, Padouk
2010s South American Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
18th Century Spanish Medieval Antique Boxes
Wood, Pine
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
20th Century Italian Boxes
Malachite
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Boxes
Brass
1950s Asian Vintage Boxes
Textile, Boxwood
Early 19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Boxes
Pine
1910s European Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Bentwood
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Metal, Sheet Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Rosewood
Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Brass, Iron
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Enamel
Early 20th Century German Boxes
Silver
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Polyester, 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.





