Boxes
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Leather
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Yew
Early 1900s French Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Bronze
20th Century American American Classical Boxes
Shell
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Serpentine
Mid-19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Satinwood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Boxes
Bronze
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Lead
Late 20th Century English Neoclassical Boxes
Stoneware
Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
1810s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century French American Classical Antique Boxes
Silk, Wood
19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Oak, Yew
20th Century French Regency Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Early 19th Century French Regency Antique Boxes
Marble, Ormolu
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1810s English Regency Antique Boxes
Silver
1790s French Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Gold
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Boxes
Metal
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Crystal, Brass
20th Century French Neoclassical Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-19th Century Austrian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Ash
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Velvet, Cut Glass, Boxwood, Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1930s Unknown American Classical Vintage Boxes
Steel
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Walnut
1820s German Regency Antique Boxes
Paper
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Walnut
Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Ormolu
20th Century Chinese Neoclassical Boxes
Metal
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Boxes
Malachite
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
19th Century Swiss Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1970s Unknown Regency Vintage Boxes
Mahogany
Early 1900s French Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Bronze
Early 18th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
1870s Spanish Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Silver
20th Century English Neoclassical Boxes
Ceramic
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Silver, Brass
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Boxes
Agate, Brass
Early 19th Century European Regency Antique Boxes
Lacquer
20th Century American American Classical Boxes
Shell
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Beech
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Boxes
Ormolu
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.