Boxes
20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Boxes
Alabaster
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Wood
1970s Modern Vintage Boxes
Onyx
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1920s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Sheet Metal
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Felt, Walnut
1810s English George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1910s French Belle Époque Vintage Boxes
Paper
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Sterling Silver, Bronze
1810s British George III Antique Boxes
Leather, Wood
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Fruitwood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1920s French Vintage Boxes
Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Boxes
Shell
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Metal, Pewter
20th Century European Boxes
Silver
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
20th Century Japanese Folk Art Boxes
Wood
Early 17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Boxes
Gold, Pewter
1950s Italian Grand Tour Vintage Boxes
Marble
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Mirror
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Copper
Early 1900s French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century Unknown Rustic Antique Boxes
Late 19th Century British High Victorian Antique Boxes
Bronze
1970s European Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Machiche
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Giltwood, Paint, Fabric, Velvet
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Chinese Boxes
Brass
20th Century European Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
19th Century European Antique Boxes
Silver
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Bone
Early 20th Century Russian Neoclassical Boxes
Bone, Fabric, Paper
1970s Italian Romantic Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold, Gold Plate
1960s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Alabaster
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
19th Century Austrian Other Antique Boxes
Satinwood
1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Boxes
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Crystal, Silver
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Boxes
Metal, Brass
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century British Victorian Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Porcelain, Walnut
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Boxes
Horn, Wood
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
19th Century Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Bronze
1930s Japanese Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Crystal
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.





