Boxes
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Boxes
Silver
19th Century English Antique Boxes
Crystal
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1980s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bamboo, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1970s American Vintage Boxes
Oak
1960s West Asian Moorish Vintage Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet, Wood
1950s Italian Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century European Empire Antique Boxes
Lacquer, Beech
19th Century Swiss Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Birch, Pine
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Metal, Chrome
2010s European Boxes
Marble
19th Century German Antique Boxes
Paper
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Majolica
1830s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century English Empire Antique Boxes
Stoneware
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
Late 19th Century Japanese Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Lacquer
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Brass, Ormolu, Bronze
2010s Italian Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century Boxes
Metal
Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Bone, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century African Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
Mid-17th Century Italian Antique Boxes
Walnut
19th Century French Empire Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Ebony
19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Ebony
1970s American Neoclassical Vintage Boxes
Leather, Faux Leather, Paper
Early 1900s Antique Boxes
Metal
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Crystal, Sterling Silver
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Rosewood
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
19th Century European Other Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell, Glass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Copper, Enamel
1890s American Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Revival Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
Early 19th Century European Empire Antique Boxes
Metal, Brass
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Wood, Olive
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1950s American Vintage Boxes
Wood
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Gold
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone
Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Bone, Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Brass
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.