Boxes
1890s Indian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Pine
20th Century Russian Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century American Regency Revival Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s American Neoclassical Boxes
Paint, Paper
1910s British Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century American Boxes
Jade, Sterling Silver
1810s English Antique Boxes
Leather
1940s Spanish Vintage Boxes
Silver
1890s English Antique Boxes
Gold
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
17th Century English William and Mary Antique Boxes
Bone, Boxwood, Ebony, Oak, Olive, Tulipwood, Holly
19th Century French Other Antique Boxes
Ormolu
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Suede, Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 1700s English Antique Boxes
Britannia Standard Silver
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold, Sterling Silver
1890s Chinese Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1790s English Antique Boxes
Hardwood
20th Century Spanish Boxes
Silver
Late 19th Century Vietnamese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Silver
1920s German Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century English Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Yew
18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Kingwood, Satinwood
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Chrome
1880s British Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Boxes
Silver
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1890s European Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver
1930s French Vintage Boxes
Platinum
1880s British Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1970s European Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 1800s English George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1840s British Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
18th Century British George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Brass
20th Century English Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
1880s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Brass
Late 19th Century German Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver
1890s British Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Coral
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 19th Century Italian Directoire Antique Boxes
Ebony, Fruitwood, Walnut, Pine
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1970s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1830s English William IV Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Boxes
Beech, Paint
1970s Swedish Vintage Boxes
Porphyry, Pewter
Early 1800s English Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1920s English Vintage Boxes
Bone, Amboyna
1920s French Art Deco Vintage 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.