Boxes
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Early 20th Century English Georgian Boxes
Silver
1890s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1950s Chinese Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass
20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Boxes
Ceramic, Paint
1850s French Victorian Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Boxes
Tin
1910s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
2010s Colombian Modern Boxes
Natural Fiber
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Minimalist Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Malachite, Sterling Silver
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
15th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Boxes
Paper
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Silk, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Indian Kashan Boxes
Paper
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Boxes
Pewter
1990s Japanese Modern Boxes
Silver
19th Century Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Russian Boxes
Softwood, Paper
19th Century Russian Other Antique Boxes
Gold, Silver
1960s Italian Vintage Boxes
Leather, Glass, Wood
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Ebony
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes
Granite, Aluminum
Late 19th Century Japanese Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes
Ceramic
19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Early 19th Century Swiss Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Other, Iron
18th Century Dutch Antique Boxes
Paper
2010s Pakistani Boxes
Onyx
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Metal, Brass
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1920s Danish Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Mirror
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Oak
1880s European Empire Antique Boxes
Ormolu
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Late 19th Century British Antique Boxes
Walnut
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Alabaster
20th Century Moorish Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Boxes
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Boxes
Onyx, Marble, Metal, Chrome
1980s American Vintage Boxes
Glass
1890s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
18th Century Asian Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique 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.