Boxes
Early 20th Century British Industrial Boxes
Pine
Early 2000s French Minimalist Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes
Lacquer
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
1970s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century American Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian International Style Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1880s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Pine
Late 20th Century English Boxes
Stoneware
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Boxes
Brass, Bronze
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
20th Century Moorish Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century British Art Deco Boxes
Faux Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Teak
19th Century British Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Boxes
Walnut
2010s South American Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1930s Japanese Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Polyester, Wood
1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Stoneware
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
18th Century Indian Antique Boxes
Jade, Gold
1960s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Felt, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
20th Century Anglo-Indian Boxes
Silver Plate
20th Century Spanish Moorish Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Pewter, Enamel
1920s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Silver
Late 20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lucite
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Velvet
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1950s German Black Forest Vintage Boxes
Glass, Wood
Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1840s Swedish Biedermeier Antique Boxes
Wood, Oak, Paper, Fruitwood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1890s French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Malachite, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Chinese Boxes
Wood
1840s West Asian Art Deco Antique Boxes
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Lucite
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.





