Boxes
Mid-20th Century Asian Islamic Boxes
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Unknown Boxes
Agate, Lapis Lazuli
Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Boxes
Oak
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Boxes
Mahogany
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
1930s European Bauhaus Vintage Boxes
Metal
1920s Belgian Vintage Boxes
Crystal
19th Century Victorian Antique Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century French Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Laminate, Wood
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass, Ormolu
Late 20th Century Asian Post-Modern Boxes
Stone
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s European Boxes
Marble
1880s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Copper
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Malachite, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary American Boxes
Steel
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Lacquer
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century European Boxes
Silver
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Mahogany
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1920s Danish Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1890s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Pine, Lacquer
19th Century British Antique Boxes
Agate, Metal
Early 20th Century Baroque Boxes
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Silver
20th Century Swiss Boxes
Wood
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Danish French Provincial Boxes
Tin
Late 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Boxes
Brass
1920s French Egyptian Revival Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Boxes
Fruitwood
20th Century Russian Folk Art Boxes
Lacquer
20th Century French Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Onyx, Metal
19th Century Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Wood
1870s French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Boxes
Sheet Metal
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Teak, Wood
1780s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Alabaster, Limestone
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Late 20th Century Boxes
Bone
19th Century German Louis XV Antique Boxes
Bronze
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1920s American Vintage Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Gold, Sterling Silver
1910s British Vintage Boxes
Silver
1880s French Romantic Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Majolica
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Lacquer
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Enamel
Early 20th Century Spanish Egyptian Revival Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century French Modern Boxes
Shagreen, Wood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Boxes
Quartz, Pyrite
1810s English George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
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.





