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R&Y Augousti Box
R&Y Augousti Box

R&Y Augousti Box

By R & Y Augousti

Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire

Small vintage R&Y Augousti Art Deco style box with inlayed faux bamboo decoration retailers label to the underside Paris France circa 1990 R&Y Augousti was founded in 1989 by husband-wife duo Ria & Yiouri Augousti. Their artistic backgrounds brought them together as innovators in their field by reviving the artisanal techniques of shagreen and other exotic materials that were predominant in the Art Deco period of the 1930s. Through their mix of vintage and contemporary design their furniture and home accessories brand were met with worldwide praise. From a debut collection for the luxurious Hotel Crillon...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes

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Brass

Large 19th Century Antique Swedish Blue Painted Bentwood Kurbits Svepask Box
Large 19th Century Antique Swedish Blue Painted Bentwood Kurbits Svepask Box

Large 19th Century Antique Swedish Blue Painted Bentwood Kurbits Svepask Box

Located in Buisson, FR

A charming and highly collectible early 19th-century antique Swedish bentwood Svepask box, dating to the historic period circa 1800–1845. Masterfully handcrafted in Sweden, this impr...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes

Materials

Bentwood

Ottaviani Italian Playing Card Box, Walnut & Silver, Circa 1970
Ottaviani Italian Playing Card Box, Walnut & Silver, Circa 1970

Ottaviani Italian Playing Card Box, Walnut & Silver, Circa 1970

By Ottaviani

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

Ottaviani Italian Playing Card Box in polished walnut, designed as an elegant double sliding case. Each lid is decorated with embossed silver panels featuring a stylized female profi...

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20th Century Italian Modern Boxes

Materials

Silver

Swedish Gustavian Miniature Roll-Top Secretary, Grain-Painted, 1780
Swedish Gustavian Miniature Roll-Top Secretary, Grain-Painted, 1780

Swedish Gustavian Miniature Roll-Top Secretary, Grain-Painted, 1780

Located in Malmö, SE

A charming Swedish Gustavian miniature roll-top secretary from the late 18th century, grain-painted and bronzed, with carved guilloche and dentil decoration. The roll-top opens to re...

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1780s Swedish Gustavian Antique Boxes

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Decorative Carved Dome Top Valuables Box
Mid Century Decorative Carved Dome Top Valuables Box

Mid Century Decorative Carved Dome Top Valuables Box

Located in Incline Village, NV

Resting on four paw feet and opening via two rear butterfly hinges, this attractive carved dome top box features on the top, an oval highly carved applique cartouche, monogrammed w...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Wood

Original 1920's Jazz Age C.A. Seydel Söhne The Cornet Band Harmonica Tin
Original 1920's Jazz Age C.A. Seydel Söhne The Cornet Band Harmonica Tin

Original 1920's Jazz Age C.A. Seydel Söhne The Cornet Band Harmonica Tin

Located in Red Lion, PA

This rare lithographed tin once housed "The Cornet Band" harmonica, manufactured by the venerable C.A. Seydel Söhne in Klingenthal, Germany. Established in 1847, Seydel is the world'...

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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Tin

Fine Regency Egyptian Revival Leather & Snake Handled Ormolu Box C. 1815
Fine Regency Egyptian Revival Leather & Snake Handled Ormolu Box C. 1815

Fine Regency Egyptian Revival Leather & Snake Handled Ormolu Box C. 1815

Located in Atlanta, GA

This remarkable Regency-period jewelry or document box is a rare example of Egyptian Revival design, a style that gained popularity during the early 19th century following the Napole...

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Early 19th Century French Regency Antique Boxes

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Bronze, Ormolu

Lidded Pewter Box by Edvin Ollers, Sweden, 1930s. Svenskt Tenn. Art Deco.
Lidded Pewter Box by Edvin Ollers, Sweden, 1930s. Svenskt Tenn. Art Deco.

Lidded Pewter Box by Edvin Ollers, Sweden, 1930s. Svenskt Tenn. Art Deco.

A beautiful tea caddy in pewter, with amazing patina. Designed by Edvin Ollers and made by Schreuder & Olsson in Stockholm, Sweden, 1937. Great condition, with only a few light scr...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Metal, Pewter

Barbara Delfosse 20th century orange stoneware ceramic decorative box La Borne
Barbara Delfosse 20th century orange stoneware ceramic decorative box La Borne

Barbara Delfosse 20th century orange stoneware ceramic decorative box La Borne

By Barbara Delfosse

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Barbara Delfosse Realised in La Borne circa 1970 Unique handmade stoneware woodfiring ceramic decorative or jewelry box by Barbara Delfosse Documented in the artist book original...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

metal box Zucca Italy Mid-cenrury design
metal box Zucca Italy Mid-cenrury design

metal box Zucca Italy Mid-cenrury design

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Scatola in metallo raffigurante una zucca, Italia 1950.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Lucite Trinket Box
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Lucite Trinket Box

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Lucite Trinket Box

Located in San Diego, CA

Mid-Century Modern walnut and Lucite trinket box, circa 1970s. The box measures 7.75" W x 3.25" D x 2.25" H and has a removable lid made of thick Lu...

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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Boxes

Materials

Lucite, Walnut

Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period
Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period

Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period

Located in Chicago, IL

This box with many drawers is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the traditional accessories of Ja...

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Flemish Ebony and kingwood Table Cabinet
Flemish Ebony and kingwood Table Cabinet

Flemish Ebony and kingwood Table Cabinet

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A charming 17th century ebony and kingwood cabinet with turned columns to the corners, the fall front opens to reveal a set of drawers and arched mirrored centre. The lid also housin...

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17th Century European Antique Boxes

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Ebony, Kingwood

Unusual quality antique Victorian Tunbridge ware stationary box
Unusual quality antique Victorian Tunbridge ware stationary box

Unusual quality antique Victorian Tunbridge ware stationary box

Located in Ipswich, GB

Unusual quality antique Victorian Tunbridge ware stationary box, having an unusual shaped Tunbridge ware stationary box with a lift up lid opening to reveal blue interior with four f...

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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes

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Wood

Striking Antique Dutch Colonial Silver-Mounted on Top Hardwood Box, circa 1880
Striking Antique Dutch Colonial Silver-Mounted on Top Hardwood Box, circa 1880

Striking Antique Dutch Colonial Silver-Mounted on Top Hardwood Box, circa 1880

Located in Lisse, NL

If you are looking for a truly beautiful box for yourself or maybe as a gift for that special someone in your life then this rare and all handcrafted gem could be perfect. An excep...

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Late 19th Century European Dutch Colonial Antique Boxes

Materials

Silver Leaf

Urushi Natural Black Lacquer and Abalone Shell Lattice Box L by Alexander Lamont
Urushi Natural Black Lacquer and Abalone Shell Lattice Box L by Alexander Lamont

Urushi Natural Black Lacquer and Abalone Shell Lattice Box L by Alexander Lamont

By Alexander Lamont

Located in Khet Bang Sue, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon

Water flowing over rocks creates a contrast between the sparkle of the water and the relative opacity of the rocks. In these boxes black lacquer pours over natural shells that glow a...

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2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes

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Abalone, Walnut, Lacquer

Antique Decorative Boxes from Shells, India, Late 20th Century, 1980
Antique Decorative Boxes from Shells, India, Late 20th Century, 1980

Antique Decorative Boxes from Shells, India, Late 20th Century, 1980

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Small boxes made from shells. Suitable for confetti or as containers for small precious jewels, Their cost is very little and they are very beautiful. ref. O/984 and O/1242.

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Late 20th Century Indian Other Boxes

Materials

Shell

Bath England Bathroom Set #2
Bath England Bathroom Set #2

Bath England Bathroom Set #2

By Creart

Located in Milan, IT

An elegant way of accessorizing a traditional- or modern-style bathroom, this set of toothbrush holder, soap dispenser, and soap holder exudes an utterly lavish and sophisticated cha...

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2010s Italian Boxes

Materials

Gold, Brass

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case by Lawrence Emanuel
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case by Lawrence Emanuel

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case by Lawrence Emanuel

By Lawrence Emanuel, Birmingham 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and enamel vesta case; an addition to our range of collectable silver cases. This exceptional antique...

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1890s British Victorian Antique Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Set of 3 Victorian Snuff or Trinket Boxes Brass with Agate
Set of 3 Victorian Snuff or Trinket Boxes Brass with Agate

Set of 3 Victorian Snuff or Trinket Boxes Brass with Agate

Located in Palm Springs, CA

3 beautiful antique Victorian snuff or trinket boxes with gilt metal or brass sides and banded or moss agate tops and bottoms. They have some beautiful coloring. The metal is not m...

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19th Century British Antique Boxes

Materials

Agate, Brass

1980's Tessellated Stone & Brass Lidded Box by Desia
1980's Tessellated Stone & Brass Lidded Box by Desia

1980's Tessellated Stone & Brass Lidded Box by Desia

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Felt-lined lidded box all handcrafted from natural stones Indigenous to the Philippines.

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Post-Modern Boxes

Materials

Stone

19th Century Charles X Gilt Bronze and Mother of Pearl Box with Flowers
19th Century Charles X Gilt Bronze and Mother of Pearl Box with Flowers

19th Century Charles X Gilt Bronze and Mother of Pearl Box with Flowers

Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Delicate rectangular mother of pearl box engraved with garlands of leaves. The box is mounted in gilt bronze and intricately sculpted with interlacing, garlands and baskets of flower...

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Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique Boxes

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Bronze

George Nelson Miniature /Jewelry Chest
George Nelson Miniature /Jewelry Chest

George Nelson Miniature /Jewelry Chest

By George Nelson

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Rosewood,Enameled aluminum and porcelain An early example of this form,model # 5215 Base is original to the cabinet Disc Manufacturer's label.

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1950s American Vintage Boxes

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Sarcophagus Loose Leaf Tea Caddy, Drawing Room, English, Regency, C.1820
Antique Sarcophagus Loose Leaf Tea Caddy, Drawing Room, English, Regency, C.1820

Antique Sarcophagus Loose Leaf Tea Caddy, Drawing Room, English, Regency, C.1820

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a fine antique sarcophagus tea caddy. An English, rosewood and satinwood loose leaf tea case, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820. Of distinguished form and richly toned...

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1820s British Regency Antique Boxes

Materials

Rosewood, Satinwood

Antique French Louis XV Ormolu Mounted Tortoiseshell Patch or Rouge Box
Antique French Louis XV Ormolu Mounted Tortoiseshell Patch or Rouge Box

Antique French Louis XV Ormolu Mounted Tortoiseshell Patch or Rouge Box

Located in London, GB

A lovely little antique French Louis XV casket of scarlet tortoiseshell with superb ormolu mounts. Set on ormolu paw feet and with a profusion of ormolu mounts this lovely little box...

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1760s French Antique Boxes

Materials

Ormolu

Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Case with Golf Theme Decoration, circa 1920
Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Case with Golf Theme Decoration, circa 1920

Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Case with Golf Theme Decoration, circa 1920

Located in London, GB

Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Case with Golfing Decoration, circa 1920 Origin: United States In excellent condition, with the engraving and enamel decoration both in perfect c...

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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cenedese 1950's Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Hinged Box
Cenedese 1950's Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Hinged Box

Cenedese 1950's Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Hinged Box

By Cenedese

Located in North Miami, FL

An Italian 1950's cobalt blue Murano glass hinged box with simple and elegant rectangular design and decorated metal edge detail by Giovanni Cenedese, Murano Italy.

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1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Murano Glass

19th Century marquetry fruitwood desktop box
19th Century marquetry fruitwood desktop box

19th Century marquetry fruitwood desktop box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century marquetry fruitwood desktop box circa 1890. Good quality desktop box covered with marquetry on all surfaces. Sloped front with decorative star panel.  Top opens to reve...

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes

Materials

Fruitwood

Italian Pill Box Micro Mosaic Millefiori
Italian Pill Box Micro Mosaic Millefiori

Italian Pill Box Micro Mosaic Millefiori

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful oval Italian brass pill box with an inlayed floral glass micro mosaic millefiori design and twisted rope top lid, finished with a brass ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes

Materials

Brass

Georgian Octagonal Tea Caddy, Burr Yew Wood, England, Circa 1800
Georgian Octagonal Tea Caddy, Burr Yew Wood, England, Circa 1800

Georgian Octagonal Tea Caddy, Burr Yew Wood, England, Circa 1800

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

An Early 19th Century, George III Period, Burr Yew Wood Tea Caddy Of Octagonal Form, Having Superbly Figured Veneers And Attractive Strung Decoration Throughout, The Hinged Lid Enc...

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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes

Materials

Yew

19th C. French Painted Bauche Fireproof Strongbox with Two Letters Combination
19th C. French Painted Bauche Fireproof Strongbox with Two Letters Combination

19th C. French Painted Bauche Fireproof Strongbox with Two Letters Combination

By Bauche

Located in Dallas, TX

This antique French safe was crafted circa 1880 in the Champagne-Ardenne region by Bauche, renowned for their patented “Système Incombustible” fireproof designs. Weighing 78 pounds, ...

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Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass, Iron

Wood Box by Don Shoemaker
Wood Box by Don Shoemaker

Wood Box by Don Shoemaker

By Don S. Shoemaker

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Designed by Don Shoemaker and handcrafted by SEÑAL, S.A. Mexico, circa 1960s. Using exotic local wood in Mexico such as Granadillo, excellent vintage condition. The box has beautifu...

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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Wood

Studio Pottery Lidded Jar
Studio Pottery Lidded Jar

Studio Pottery Lidded Jar

Located in Chicago, IL

A fun and unique domed studio pottery lidded jar with a textured pattern reminiscent of snakeskin and with stamped flowers. Marked illegibly on t...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Solid Oak Factory Tool Box c.1920-1930
Solid Oak Factory Tool Box c.1920-1930

Solid Oak Factory Tool Box c.1920-1930

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT A solid Oak machinist's factory tool box used to store cutting tools for a lathe. Dovetail joints. Shown with life size hand model. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFAC...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Boxes

Materials

Felt, Oak

Italian Contemporary "Black and Wild" Collection Tiger Wood Box
Italian Contemporary "Black and Wild" Collection Tiger Wood Box

Italian Contemporary "Black and Wild" Collection Tiger Wood Box

Located in Scandicci, Florence

Elegant printed wood box portraying an exotic natural setting with a tiger on it. This object is part of a large collection called "the Black and Wild...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes

Materials

Wood

French Sapphire and Enamel Cigarette Case
French Sapphire and Enamel Cigarette Case

French Sapphire and Enamel Cigarette Case

Located in New Orleans, LA

This French gold cigarette case is a splendid specimen of early 20th century style and refinement. The 18-karat yellow gold accessory is surrounded by exquisite "pinstripe" white enameling with a line of channel-set blue sapphires running along the façade and thumb press. Smoking accessories...

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Early 20th Century French Other Boxes

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Gold, Enamel

Antique 19th Century Regency Sarcophagus Shaped  Burr Elm Tea Caddy
Antique 19th Century Regency Sarcophagus Shaped  Burr Elm Tea Caddy

Antique 19th Century Regency Sarcophagus Shaped Burr Elm Tea Caddy

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique Regency burr elm tea caddy having a sarcophagus shaped lip which lifts to reveal two lidded compartments with original turned knobs, standing on small bun feet. The colour ...

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19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes

Materials

Elm

Sterling Silver Art Deco "Risque" Cigarette Case of British Origin. Circa 1925
Sterling Silver Art Deco "Risque" Cigarette Case of British Origin. Circa 1925

Sterling Silver Art Deco "Risque" Cigarette Case of British Origin. Circa 1925

Located in Incline Village, NV

Art Deco "naughty" sterling silver novelty item; a cigarette case depicting a reclining nude woman on a bed in suggestive pose; hand painted enamel on oval raised plaque; with bright...

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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

19th Century Napoleon III Marquetry Box, Rosewood & Brass Inlay
19th Century Napoleon III Marquetry Box, Rosewood & Brass Inlay

19th Century Napoleon III Marquetry Box, Rosewood & Brass Inlay

Located in Winter Park, FL

A 19th Century French Napoleon III marquetry box made of rosewood veneer with fine mother-of-pearl and brass inlay. The interior is lined in paper and the inside of the lid has a mir...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Incredible Trio Of Hand Crafted Lacquered Egg Shell Boxes * Free Global Delivery
Incredible Trio Of Hand Crafted Lacquered Egg Shell Boxes * Free Global Delivery

Incredible Trio Of Hand Crafted Lacquered Egg Shell Boxes * Free Global Delivery

Located in Portlaoise, IE

This remarkable trio of nesting boxes is a striking example of Vietnamese eggshell lacquer craftsmanship, celebrated for its richly textured and highly decorative finish. Each piece ...

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1980s Vietnamese Modern Vintage Boxes

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Eggshell, Wood, Lacquer

Shepherd's box. Antler, wood, metal. Spain, 1788.
Shepherd's box. Antler, wood, metal. Spain, 1788.

Shepherd's box. Antler, wood, metal. Spain, 1788.

Located in Madrid, ES

Shepherd's box. Antler, wood, metal. Spain, 1788. It has faults. A flat-lidded box with a circular base, made of carved horn and decorated on the exterior with reliefs. The sides f...

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1780s Spanish Neoclassical Revival Antique Boxes

Materials

Metal

Carved Mahogany Cat with Secret Compartment
Carved Mahogany Cat with Secret Compartment

Carved Mahogany Cat with Secret Compartment

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Anglo Indian carved mahogany cat with ebonized stripes and a curious expression, featuring a secret compartment on the bottom.

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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Chinese Shanxi Round Bentwood Dumpling Serving Steamer Box 20"
Antique Chinese Shanxi Round Bentwood Dumpling Serving Steamer Box 20"

Antique Chinese Shanxi Round Bentwood Dumpling Serving Steamer Box 20"

Located in Dayton, OH

Early 20th century Shanxi wooden storage box used for serving steamed dumplings / food at family gatherings. This steamer box features traditional round, rustic, bentwood constructi...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Boxes

Materials

Bentwood

Hand-Carved Sandalwood Jewelry Box by Rajasthani Artist, India
Hand-Carved Sandalwood Jewelry Box by Rajasthani Artist, India

Hand-Carved Sandalwood Jewelry Box by Rajasthani Artist, India

By Rajhastani

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Hand-Carved Anglo-Indian Mughal Style Wooden Jewelry Box – Early 20th Century An elegant early 20th-century Anglo-Raj carved wooden box, finely handcrafted in India and richly decorated with continuous arabesque and floral relief carving throughout. The deeply detailed surface work reflects traditional Mughal-inspired craftsmanship, with scrolling foliage motifs executed in a cohesive decorative field across the lid and all sides. The hinged lid opens to a spacious interior lined in deep rust-red velvet, providing a rich contrast to the warm tone of the carved wood while offering a soft protective surface for jewelry, keepsakes, or collectibles. The shallow relief carving enhances the tactile quality of the piece, emphasizing the skill of its hand-executed workmanship. A refined example of Anglo-Indian decorative arts, this box functions beautifully as both a practical storage object and a statement collectible, suited for traditional, bohemian, or eclectic interiors. Origin: India Period: Early 20th Century Materials: Hand-carved wood, velvet lining Style: Anglo-Indian / Mughal Revival / Colonial Decorative Arts Condition: Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear Keywords / Metadata: Anglo Indian box, Mughal carved box, Indian jewelry box, carved wooden trinket box, early 20th century Indian furniture, Anglo Raj decor, handmade wooden box, Islamic floral carving, Moorish style box, rustic carved box, vintage India box...

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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Boxes

Materials

Sandalwood

Agresti Arco Large Armored Chest
Agresti Arco Large Armored Chest

Agresti Arco Large Armored Chest

By Agresti

Located in New York, NY

Polished white bird’s-eye maple or polished walnut matte finish armored chest, 24-karat gold-plated accessories. Round handle with biometric opening device and emergency key integrat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes

Materials

Gold Plate

Large 19th Century Tortoiseshell Sewing Box
Large 19th Century Tortoiseshell Sewing Box

Large 19th Century Tortoiseshell Sewing Box

Located in Atlanta, GA

Large 19th Century Tortoiseshell Sewing Box

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19th Century Antique Boxes

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Giant Plastic Phone Stashbox
Giant Plastic Phone Stashbox

Giant Plastic Phone Stashbox

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Massive black oversized phone. Marked "Poynter Products Inc. Cincinnati, Ohio." Made in Japan. Date stamped 1980. Made of plastic. Top and bottom pieces twist off and can be used as ...

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1980s Japanese Vintage Boxes

Materials

Plastic

Incense Holder Modern White Wood and Antiqued Bronze Casting by Alabama Sawyer
Incense Holder Modern White Wood and Antiqued Bronze Casting by Alabama Sawyer

Incense Holder Modern White Wood and Antiqued Bronze Casting by Alabama Sawyer

By Alabama Sawyer

Located in Birmingham, AL

These beautiful incense holders pay homage to a unique natural, salvaged, urban wood as a material and an icon. They are made from cast bronze and urban wood. Bleached hackberry is a favorite for it's unique light, spalted grain. Contrasted with an antiqued, hand-cast bronze element, this unique object fits well on a coffee table, meditation room...

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2010s American Organic Modern Boxes

Materials

Bronze

XL Hand-Crafted Decorative Box in Black Buffalo Horn, Spain
XL Hand-Crafted Decorative Box in Black Buffalo Horn, Spain

XL Hand-Crafted Decorative Box in Black Buffalo Horn, Spain

Located in New York, NY

Eyecatching textural large scale keepsake, document box clad in heat set black buffalo tiles which feature a raised oval center.

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes

Materials

Horn, Wood

Emanuel josef Margold, a secessionist box for the Bahlsen cookie factory c. 1915
Emanuel josef Margold, a secessionist box for the Bahlsen cookie factory c. 1915

Emanuel josef Margold, a secessionist box for the Bahlsen cookie factory c. 1915

By Emanuel Josef Margold

Located in London, Fitzrovia

A rare rectangular shaped box with a hinge cover; tinplate, gilt and with beautiful colourful abstract floral motifs. The bottom is embossed with ‘H. Bahlsens Keks-Fabrik Hannover Königl-Preuss-Staatsmedaille Weltausstellungen - 1904 1910 Grosser Preis 1911 1913 Baltische Ausstellung Malmö 1914 Die Königl. Medaille’ Bahlsen's new designs for ornamental giftware packaging were shown at the exhibition held by the Deutsche Werkbund...

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20th Century German Vienna Secession Boxes

Materials

Tin

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.