Boxes
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Crystal, Sterling Silver
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Mid-19th Century British Georgian Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Jade
19th Century Indonesian Folk Art Antique Boxes
Teak
Early 20th Century Swiss Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Brass
19th Century English Antique Boxes
Silver
Late 19th Century British Antique Boxes
Leather
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Glass
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Bronze
1960s American Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Shell
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Metal, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Opaline Glass
20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Stone, Marble
19th Century Antique Boxes
Silver Plate, Brass
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Pottery, Majolica
Late 19th Century Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Tôle
2010s Italian Boxes
Horn
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Carrara Marble
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Mirror, Maple, Walnut
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Boxes
Sandalwood
Mid-20th Century New Zealand Boxes
Shell
Mid-20th Century Chinese Boxes
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Brass
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Lacquer, Paper
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass, Steel
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
19th Century Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s North American Vintage Boxes
Bone
1950s American Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
19th Century European Antique Boxes
Silver
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
1880s Scottish Victorian Antique Boxes
Agate, Metal, Bronze, Ormolu
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
19th Century European Antique Boxes
Silver
19th Century European Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Pine
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Felt, Walnut
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Metal, Sheet Metal
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Shell
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Chinese Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Boxes
Wood
19th Century Dutch Antique Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Walnut
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.





