Boxes
20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Fruitwood, Walnut
2010s European Boxes
Marble
1870s Antique Boxes
Bronze, Ormolu
1840s Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century French Rococo Boxes
Gold, Brass
20th Century Asian Islamic Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Sandalwood
2010s Boxes
Leather, Textile
1970s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Boxes
Brass
1950s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Wood, Ceramic
Mid-18th Century German Biedermeier Antique Boxes
Brass, Copper
Early 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Gold, Brass
Early 19th Century English Antique Boxes
Brass
20th Century Russian Boxes
Gold
Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Boxes
Brass, Ormolu
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver
Late 19th Century English Art Deco Antique Boxes
Crystal, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Boxes
Pine
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Teak
20th Century Japanese Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1910s Austrian Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Paint
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Bone, Fruitwood
Early 20th Century French Baroque Revival Boxes
Brass, Bronze
1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Wood
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Silver
20th Century Russian Arts and Crafts Boxes
Porcelain, Ceramic
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Silver Plate
1850s French Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century European Baroque Boxes
Silver Plate, Metal
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
1890s French Rustic Antique Boxes
Ceramic
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1920s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1870s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
Mid-19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Boxes
Pine
Early 20th Century Italian Gothic Boxes
Iron
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Enamel
1950s Asian Vintage Boxes
Textile, Boxwood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Boxes
Wood
1940s French Rustic Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Faience
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite
1970s French International Style Vintage Boxes
Metal
2010s Italian Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Boxes
Stone, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
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.





