Boxes
1890s Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Walnut
Early 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Iron
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Leather, Paper
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Enamel, Copper, Metal
Early 20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Metal, Brass
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold, Gold Plate
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
19th Century British Other Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century Antique Boxes
Metal
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
19th Century French Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
18th Century Spanish Medieval Antique Boxes
Wood, Pine
1970s American American Craftsman Vintage Boxes
Walnut
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Wood
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1790s Swedish Gustavian Antique Boxes
Mirror, Mahogany
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Porcelain
2010s Philippine Boxes
Brass
20th Century Russian Boxes
Silver, Enamel
19th Century English Antique Boxes
Mahogany
20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver Plate
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
Late 19th Century Irish Victorian Antique Boxes
Other, Brass
1940s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Mexican Boxes
Wood, Paint
1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Gesso, Wood, Giltwood
Early 1900s French Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Ormolu
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Brass
19th Century Indian Antique Boxes
Wood
20th Century Moorish Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Teak
Mid-19th Century Antique Boxes
Opaline Glass
2010s American Modern Boxes
Bronze, Enamel, Steel
1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Stone
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes
Granite, Aluminum
2010s Italian Boxes
Gold, Brass
19th Century Irish Campaign Antique Boxes
Crystal, Silver, Brass
20th Century Hungarian Boxes
Porcelain
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 18th Century Welsh Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century Chinese Antique Boxes
Other
1860s Russian Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Gold
1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
19th Century French Other Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 18th Century European Antique Boxes
Brass
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Jade
20th Century Belgian Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Boxes
Porcelain
2010s Italian Boxes
Onyx
19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Wood
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Gold
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood, Paper
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Oak
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Metal, Chrome
1890s German Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Metal
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Porcelain
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.