Boxes
Early 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Boxes
Silver, Iron
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Gold
20th Century Boxes
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Boxes
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century English International Style Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Boxes
Pewter
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1940s Swedish Folk Art Vintage Boxes
Bentwood
1880s French Rustic Antique Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Spanish Modern Boxes
Leather
20th Century Unknown Classical Greek Boxes
Ceramic, Paint
1920s Japanese Vintage Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Glass, Mirror, Plastic
Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Boxes
Silver, Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Boxes
Tin
1910s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Late 19th Century Austrian Victorian Antique Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Boxes
Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Gold, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Boxes
Rosewood
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1810s English George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Indian Kashan Boxes
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Boxwood, Harewood
21st Century and Contemporary French Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Late 20th Century Minimalist Boxes
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Shagreen Stingray
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Boxes
Brass, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Shell
2010s European Boxes
Marble
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Shell, Mother-of-Pearl
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1820s French Charles X Antique Boxes
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood, Cedar
1960s West Asian Moorish Vintage Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Boxes
Gold
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Porcelain, Rosewood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Japanese Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver Plate
1890s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Italian Belle Époque Boxes
Wood
19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
20th Century Boxes
Bronze
19th Century Dutch Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
18th Century Indian Islamic Antique Boxes
Brass
1880s French Victorian Antique Boxes
Enamel
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bone, Resin, Wood
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.