Boxes
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Austrian Rococo Revival Boxes
Silver
20th Century British Neoclassical Boxes
Ceramic
Late 20th Century British Colonial Boxes
Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Boxes
Wood
20th Century German Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Boxes
Silver, Silver Plate
19th Century Antique Boxes
Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century Czech Japonisme Antique Boxes
Enamel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass, Steel
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Silk, Lacquer
Early 1900s Chinese Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 2000s Italian Modern Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s European Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Bronze, Ormolu
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1950s French Vintage Boxes
Chrome
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer
1910s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century Russian Other Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Silver, Enamel
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Boxes
Tin
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Wood
1850s French Victorian Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Crystal
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Boxes
Porcelain
15th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Boxes
Paper
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bakelite, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
19th Century Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s Maltese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Thread, Wood
Early 20th Century English Georgian Boxes
Silver
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Steel
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Boxes
Walnut
1970s Italian Other Vintage Boxes
Malachite, Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Opaline Glass
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Walnut
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Boxes
Gold
Late 19th Century Italian Beaux Arts Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass, Enamel, Steel
1890s Japanese Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Copper
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Ebony
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
1910s English Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Paper
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Pewter
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
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.