Boxes
Early 20th Century Chinese Boxes
Rosewood
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Boxes
Pottery
2010s Italian Boxes
Multi-gemstone
1960s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Boxes
Brass
1910s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1950s American Vintage Boxes
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary British Chippendale Boxes
Mahogany
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Copper
Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Boxes
Silver Plate, Brass
1890s Austrian Antique Boxes
Bronze
Early 1800s English George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Indian American Colonial Boxes
Wood
Mid-18th Century European Rococo Antique Boxes
Bronze
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Boxes
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
1880s Italian Baroque Antique Boxes
Brass
20th Century Russian Organic Modern Boxes
Malachite
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 19th Century British George III Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ebony, Macassar, Satinwood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1860s Antique Boxes
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Boxes
Fruitwood
20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Brass, Enamel
1880s Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Shell
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Boxes
Onyx, Marble, Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1860s Austrian Antique Boxes
Enamel, Ormolu
1910s Greek Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century British Schoolhouse Boxes
Metal, Aluminum
1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Pewter
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Crystal, Brass
1990s Italian George III Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wicker
20th Century British Folk Art Boxes
Nickel
1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Boxes
Travertine
1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1920s French Egyptian Revival Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
20th Century American Modern Boxes
Paper
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Ormolu
1680s English Antique Boxes
Brass
20th Century French Boxes
Silver Plate
1950s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Boxes
Velvet, Wood
1880s Antique Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
Early 2000s American Organic Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Stoneware
2010s American Organic Modern Boxes
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
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.





