Boxes
Late 20th Century American Modern Boxes
Burl
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold Plate
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass, Enamel, Steel
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Ormolu
Early 2000s Irish Modern Boxes
Mahogany, Walnut
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Polyester, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
Late 20th Century Modern Boxes
Malachite, Onyx
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Metal
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Bronze, Enamel
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Boxes
Onyx, Marble, Metal, Chrome
Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Majolica
Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Boxes
Wood
1990s Italian Modern Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Bronze
20th Century American Modern Boxes
Wood
20th Century British Modern Boxes
Pottery, Stoneware
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Birdseye Maple
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Marble
19th Century Danish Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Silver Plate, Brass
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Art Glass
2010s Colombian Modern Boxes
Natural Fiber
1910s American Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Giltwood
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Mirror, Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Shell
20th Century French Modern Boxes
Leather, Zebra Hide
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Steel, Copper, Enamel
1910s Russian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Silver
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Chrome
1920s German Jugendstil Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Philippine Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Tin
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Birdseye Maple
Early 2000s French Modern Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century North American Art Nouveau Boxes
Metal, Brass, Bronze
1980s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Shell, Wood
1910s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Boxes
Brass, Nickel
20th Century French Modern Boxes
Malachite, Bronze
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.