Boxes
Mid-20th Century Chinese Boxes
Lacquer
1840s Swedish Gustavian Antique Boxes
Spruce
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century European Boxes
Silver
2010s Dutch Boxes
Porcelain
Early 1800s European George III Antique Boxes
Cut Steel
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Metal
20th Century French Napoleon III Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Walnut
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Sycamore
2010s Thai Modern Boxes
Faux Leather
20th Century British Edwardian Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
Late 19th Century French Black Forest Antique Boxes
Crystal
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Boxes
Burl
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Formica
Early 20th Century British Victorian Boxes
20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Brass, Enamel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
19th Century Unknown Rustic Antique Boxes
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Earthenware
20th Century European Boxes
Silver
20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Suede, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century Primitive Boxes
Wood
1740s German Louis XV Antique Boxes
Porcelain
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Boxes
Walnut
1930s American Navajo Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1890s French Rococo Revival Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Faience
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
20th Century European Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Agate, Brass
1980s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Gold
Late 20th Century Pakistani Post-Modern Boxes
Marble
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Lucite, Plexiglass
Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Boxes
Brass
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Mid-20th Century Chinese Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
1960s American American Classical Vintage Boxes
Shell
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1910s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Brass, Enamel
1890s French French Provincial Antique Boxes
Ceramic
1990s American Post-Modern Boxes
Aluminum, Enamel, Steel
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Boxes
Copper
Late 20th Century Chinese Modern Boxes
Copper, Enamel
1930s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Metal, Enamel
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Ormolu
1910s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1970s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century European Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Boxes
Metal
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.





