Boxes
19th Century Swedish Antique Boxes
Horn
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Wood
1980s American Vintage Boxes
Steel
18th Century German Other Antique Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Oak
1890s German Black Forest Antique Boxes
Silver, Bronze
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Bone, Walnut, Cedar
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Late Victorian Boxes
Brass
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Boxwood, Harewood
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Wood, Giltwood
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
18th Century Dutch Colonial Antique Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Leather, Velvet
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Islamic Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Earthenware
Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
20th Century French Boxes
Metal, Copper
1880s Swiss Biedermeier Antique Boxes
Steel
20th Century Boxes
Leather
Late 20th Century American Boxes
Sterling Silver
1930s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Hardwood
1980s North American Vintage Boxes
Wood
Early 17th Century German Medieval Antique Boxes
Iron
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1840s Swedish Gustavian Antique Boxes
Spruce
2010s Italian Baroque Boxes
Sterling Silver
19th Century African Antique Boxes
Metal
1950s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Metal, Sheet Metal
1890s French Rustic Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Faience
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Alabaster, Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Brass
1990s Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Shell
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Satinwood
1910s British Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Rope
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Wood
16th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Boxes
Bone, Walnut
1950s French Vintage Boxes
Metal
19th Century Antique Boxes
Metal
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1760s English Georgian Antique Boxes
Enamel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
19th Century Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
1880s French Antique Boxes
Copper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Boxes
Opaline Glass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Sycamore
19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Pottery
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Silver
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Jacaranda, Mahogany, Rosewood, Cocobolo
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.





