Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Boxes
Onyx, Marble, Metal, Chrome
1970s Vintage Boxes
Stone, Brass
1930s Belgian Vintage Boxes
Brass, Bronze
1980s American Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Birdseye Maple
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Resin, Bakelite
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Crystal, Brass
1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Boxes
Wood
2010s Swiss Boxes
Steel
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Boxes
Opaline Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
1990s English Folk Art Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Brass, Bronze
1860s German Rococo Antique Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1820s British Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
1890s French Majolica Pottery Antique Boxes
Majolica
Early 20th Century Chinese Minimalist Boxes
Brass, Copper
19th Century Indonesian Antique Boxes
Gold
16th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Cedar, Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes
Maple, Padouk
1880s British Victorian Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Early 20th Century Italian Boxes
Murano Glass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Jade, Gold, Silver
1920s Italian Futurist Vintage Boxes
Brass
20th Century Italian Boxes
Malachite
Early 20th Century Moroccan Edwardian Boxes
Leather
20th Century Italian Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Malachite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Late 18th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
1970s American Neoclassical Vintage Boxes
Leather, Faux Leather, Paper
Mid-20th Century Indian Kashan Boxes
Paper
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Italian Boxes
Brass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Travertine, Brass
20th Century Persian Islamic Boxes
Silver
1960s European Industrial Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Acrylic, Plexiglass
20th Century American Folk Art Boxes
Shell, Fabric, Wood
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Mahogany
1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Metal, Chrome
Early 19th Century English Gothic Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Crystal, Sterling Silver
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Wood, Leather
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Boxes
Wood, Paper
Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Bone, Hardwood
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
19th Century Irish Campaign Antique Boxes
Crystal, Silver, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
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.