Boxes
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
18th Century Spanish Medieval Antique Boxes
Wood, Pine
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
19th Century African Antique Boxes
Metal
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Travertine
19th Century Chinese Antique Boxes
Wood, Paint
2010s Italian Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Serpentine
1950s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Alpaca
2010s South American Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Wood
1880s Chinese Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Boxes
Wood, Sycamore
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Bronze, Enamel
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Leather, Canvas
Late 20th Century French Rococo Boxes
Gold, Brass
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s South American Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Wood
1970s Unknown Moorish Vintage Boxes
Onyx, Marble
1890s French Renaissance Antique Boxes
Brass, Bronze
Late 20th Century Unknown Empire Boxes
Malachite
20th Century Asian Islamic Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Sandalwood
1960s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century French Modern Boxes
Paper, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Malachite, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
19th Century American Victorian Antique Boxes
Paper
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Maple, Walnut
2010s Italian Boxes
Wood
19th Century Austrian Antique Boxes
Silver
1850s French Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass, Copper
17th Century Antique Boxes
Oak
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Boxes
Crystal
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
1970s Italian Vintage Boxes
Alabaster
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Unknown Boxes
Malachite
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
2010s South American Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
20th Century English Egyptian Revival Boxes
Gold
Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Boxes
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century French Romantic Antique Boxes
Paint
19th Century British Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Japanese Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century German Regency Boxes
Porcelain
Early 2000s Irish Modern Boxes
Mahogany, Walnut
Early 1900s German Hollywood Regency Antique Boxes
Ormolu
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Enamel
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.