Boxes
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
1760s Spanish Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Silver
1810s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Elm
1820s European Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1830s Dutch Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1820s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Metal
1820s English Regency Antique Boxes
Porcelain
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Silver
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century Swiss Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Metal
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Neoclassical Boxes
Burl
19th Century Dutch Regency Antique Boxes
Silver
19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Gold, Brass
Early 19th Century European Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 20th Century English Regency Boxes
Metal
19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Porcelain
1830s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Malachite, Ormolu
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Bronze
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Steel
1810s English Regency Antique Boxes
Wood, Bentwood
1830s English Regency Antique Boxes
Burl
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Iron
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Onyx, Bronze
Early 19th Century Indian Regency Antique Boxes
Bone, Ivory, Sandalwood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
18th Century German Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Porcelain
19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1930s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1810s Scottish Regency Antique Boxes
Brass, Lead
1810s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1940s American American Classical Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Austrian Neoclassical Boxes
Bronze
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
1820s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-18th Century Austrian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Early 19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Alabaster
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Leather
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
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.