Boxes
Mid-20th Century Japanese Boxes
Porcelain
1880s Indian Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Paper
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Earthenware
1920s English Industrial Vintage Boxes
Metal
1790s Swedish Gustavian Antique Boxes
Mirror, Mahogany
2010s British Boxes
Gold Leaf
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Giltwood, Paint, Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1980s American Vintage Boxes
Plastic
Late 20th Century Italian Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Early 20th Century English Industrial Boxes
Chrome
1910s Japanese Meiji Vintage Boxes
Copper, Enamel
18th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Boxes
Wood, Fruitwood
1870s Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1970s American Neoclassical Vintage Boxes
Leather, Faux Leather, Paper
1880s French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Porcelain
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1980s American American Craftsman Vintage Boxes
Birdseye Maple
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Boxes
Pewter
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1970s Italian Other Vintage Boxes
Malachite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1760s English Georgian Antique Boxes
Enamel
18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Brass
1850s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 1800s English George III Antique Boxes
Satinwood, Tulipwood, Yew
1990s Luxembourgish Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Boxes
Gold
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Mid-20th Century English Victorian Boxes
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century British Colonial Boxes
1870s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Boxes
Gold Leaf
2010s Boxes
Travertine, Marble
1810s English George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Boxes
Brass
1930s Vintage Boxes
Mirror, Walnut
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Boxes
Brass
19th Century Swiss Other Antique Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Late 19th Century Austrian Victorian Antique Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Resin, Lucite
Early 1900s French Country Antique Boxes
Ceramic
Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Boxes
Wicker
Early 20th Century British Boxes
Leather
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wicker, Straw, Lucite
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Aluminum
19th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Boxes
Wood
2010s European Boxes
Onyx
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1880s French French Provincial Antique Boxes
Majolica
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.