Boxes
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Teak
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Faux Leather
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass, Steel
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Zebra Wood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Walnut
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Silver
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Giltwood
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Silver
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Steel, Chrome
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Wood
1910s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1910s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Birch
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Leather
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Travertine, Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Gold Plate
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Acrylic, Wood
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Mirror, Talosel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Onyx
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Lacquer
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Burl
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Glass, Oak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Alabaster, Marble, Metal
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Malachite, Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Giltwood
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lucite
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
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.