Boxes
1910s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Glass, Mirror
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Amethyst, Steel
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Boxes
Crystal
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Birch
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate, Copper
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Boxes
Jade, Brass
1970s Peruvian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Copper
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Leather
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Murano Glass
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Paint
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Faux Leather
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1970s Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Copper, Enamel
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Velvet, Burl
Late 20th Century Colombian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Aluminum
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Marble, Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Felt, Glass, Wood
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather, Velvet, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wicker, Plexiglass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Enamel
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Zebra Wood, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
1970s Mexican Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Ebony
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Onyx, Alabaster, Metal, Brass
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.





