Boxes
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1820s British Regency Antique Boxes
Glass, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Aluminum
19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Bone, Hardwood, Ebony, Sandalwood
Early 1900s German Jugendstil Antique Boxes
Silver, Bronze
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Lacquer
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Pewter
19th Century Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Boxes
Silver
Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Boxes
Ceramic
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Finnish Brutalist Boxes
Bronze
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Mid-20th Century Boxes
Malachite
20th Century European Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century American Rustic Boxes
Oak
Late 19th Century Antique Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Indian Agra Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Bronze
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Enamel, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Metal
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Steel, Copper, Enamel
Early 20th Century European Boxes
Silver
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1870s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Boxes
Bronze
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
20th Century French Boxes
Leather
19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Copper
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
1930s Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Wood
19th Century English Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Metal, Brass
Early 19th Century European Antique Boxes
Brass
1890s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary French Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Wood
Late 19th Century British Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
2010s South African Modern Boxes
Quartz, Brass
1880s Austrian Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century European Antique Boxes
Silver
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Marble
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Plastic
1920s Vintage Boxes
Paper
19th Century European Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century European Antique Boxes
Silver
1890s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Rosewood
19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Walnut
Late 19th Century Austrian High Victorian Antique Boxes
Bronze
19th Century European Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 19th Century English Antique Boxes
Silver Plate, Steel
20th Century European Boxes
Silver
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Silver
19th Century European Antique Boxes
Silver
20th Century European Boxes
Silver
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Brass
20th Century Central Asian Folk Art Boxes
Wood
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.





