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Urushi Eggshell Lacquer Mosaic Box by Alexander Lamont
Urushi Eggshell Lacquer Mosaic Box by Alexander Lamont

Urushi Eggshell Lacquer Mosaic Box by Alexander Lamont

By Alexander Lamont

Located in Khet Bang Sue, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon

In our workshop we apply eggshell lacquer to many things mostly using the inside of the eggshell. The mosaic pattern is achieved with a cracking motion using the ends of pointed tool...

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2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes

Materials

Eggshell, Wood, Lacquer

Antique Staffordshire Painted Hen on Nest covered Box or Tureen, Circa 1880
Antique Staffordshire Painted Hen on Nest covered Box or Tureen, Circa 1880

Antique Staffordshire Painted Hen on Nest covered Box or Tureen, Circa 1880

By Staffordshire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Antique Staffordshire Painted Hen on Nest Covered Box or Tureen, Circa 1880 A charming antique Staffordshire painted hen on a nest-covered box or tureen, dating to circa 1880. This ...

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19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

An Anglo Indian Rectangular Porcupine Quill & Bone Box, 20th Century
An Anglo Indian Rectangular Porcupine Quill & Bone Box, 20th Century

An Anglo Indian Rectangular Porcupine Quill & Bone Box, 20th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

An Anglo Indian Rectangular Porcupine Quill & Bone Box, 20th Century Description: Constructed from wood, featuring naturally shed porcupine quills inlaid between decorative band...

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20th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Boxes

Materials

Other

GEORGE ADAM SCHEID 1900 Art Nouveau Joseph Maria Auchentaller Enameled Box
GEORGE ADAM SCHEID 1900 Art Nouveau Joseph Maria Auchentaller Enameled Box

GEORGE ADAM SCHEID 1900 Art Nouveau Joseph Maria Auchentaller Enameled Box

By Georg Adam Scheid

Located in Miami, FL

Joseph Maria Auchentaller enameled box for George Adam Scheid (1837-1921). An extremely rare box created in Vienna, Austria, at the silversmith atelier of Georg Adam Scheid, circa 1...

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Boxes

Materials

Silver, Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

18th Century Star Inlaid Mahogany Georgian Tea Caddy
18th Century Star Inlaid Mahogany Georgian Tea Caddy

18th Century Star Inlaid Mahogany Georgian Tea Caddy

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A Very Good Quality Georgian 18th Century Mahogany Rectangular Tea Caddy, Of Good Colour And Patina Throughout, Having Attractive Inlaid Stars And Chequered Strung Decoration, The Hi...

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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Mixed Woods Valet / Desk Box
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Mixed Woods Valet / Desk Box

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Mixed Woods Valet / Desk Box

Located in San Diego, CA

A finely crafted mid-century modern valet or desktop storage box executed in contrasting mixed hardwoods, likely teak with lighter maple or birch accents. The box features clean Scan...

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Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes

Materials

Wood

Large Metal Coffee Tin by J.C. Dorlas, Circa 1920
Large Metal Coffee Tin by J.C. Dorlas, Circa 1920

Large Metal Coffee Tin by J.C. Dorlas, Circa 1920

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Bring a touch of nostalgia into your interior with this beautiful, original metal coffee tin by J.C. Dorlas. The bright red tin with gold lettering and a beautiful weathered patina e...

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1920s Dutch Industrial Vintage Boxes

Materials

Iron

Vintage Seashell-Encrusted Jewelry Box with Floral Motif, 20th Century
Vintage Seashell-Encrusted Jewelry Box with Floral Motif, 20th Century

Vintage Seashell-Encrusted Jewelry Box with Floral Motif, 20th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Vintage Seashell-Encrusted Jewelry Box with Floral Motif, 20th Century Description: Wooden base completely covered in a variety of small, natural seashells. Intricate handmade mos...

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20th Century Australian Hollywood Regency Boxes

Materials

Shell, Wood

Vintage Seashell Encrusted Box by Maitland Smith
Vintage Seashell Encrusted Box by Maitland Smith

Vintage Seashell Encrusted Box by Maitland Smith

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Charming vintage lidded box crafted in mahogany ambitiously hand decorated with seashells highlighted with a brass shell handle and four shell feet. Signed Maitland Smith on the bottom.

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20th Century Philippine Victorian Boxes

Materials

Organic Material, Mahogany

Funky Vintage Sewing Basket, Mid-Century Design
Funky Vintage Sewing Basket, Mid-Century Design

Funky Vintage Sewing Basket, Mid-Century Design

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Lovely sewing kit made of hand painted rattan, the top is decorated artistically with floral raffia work. Inside include plastic try and nice upholstered storage compartment. Excep...

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20th Century Japanese Boxes

Materials

Raffia, Wood, Rattan

Lacquered papier-mâché box with chinoiserie motifs – Europe, mid-19th century
Lacquered papier-mâché box with chinoiserie motifs – Europe, mid-19th century

Lacquered papier-mâché box with chinoiserie motifs – Europe, mid-19th century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

A charming cylindrical box with a domed lid made of black lacquered papier-mâché, known as japanning, is decorated throughout with chinoiserie scenes featuring small figures in a gar...

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Mid-19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Boxes

Materials

Paper

Japanese Antique Wooden Box 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Storage Box Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Wooden Box 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Storage Box Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Wooden Box 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Storage Box Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old Japanese wooden box, crafted in the Meiji to Taishō period (1860s–1920s). Despite its long history, it retains a quiet and compelling presence. The box is made from traditional sugi (Japanese cedar), whose soft grain and gentle texture reflect the depth and warmth of its age. The form is strikingly minimal—its design is completely free of unnecessary elements. Although it is simply a box, the composition of clean lines and planes gives it a subtle tension and understated beauty. It carries the precision and warmth of handcraft, something that cannot be replicated by industrial production. One particularly captivating feature is the visible trace of careful repairs made over many years. A knot hole on the side was thoughtfully patched with black washi paper, a practical repair that, over time, has become an expressive and almost artistic detail. In this small gesture, one can sense the quiet presence of Japanese aesthetic sensibilities. The top and sides bear gentle wear and abrasion accumulated over decades. Rather than damage, these marks serve as a texture created by time, giving the piece its unique depth and character. The box possesses a humble yet powerful presence—a true embodiment of wabi-sabi, the beauty of imperfection and age. The interior remains sturdy, offering ample storage capacity. It has been thoroughly cleaned, ensuring it can be used safely and comfortably. Its low, elongated proportions make it highly versatile: ideal as a low coffee table, a book table, a side table, or a display platform. Simply placing it in a modern interior instantly adds a sense of calm and visual depth. A simple yet richly expressive antique wooden box...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Boxes

Materials

Cedar

Antique Anglo Indian Quill and Bone Box
Antique Anglo Indian Quill and Bone Box

Antique Anglo Indian Quill and Bone Box

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Exceptional antique Anglo Indian sewing box handcrafted with quills and decorated bone with a brass handle, lion heads and paw feet. The interior has pin cushions and compartments wi...

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Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century Miniature Writing Desk Jewelry Box
Early 19th Century Miniature Writing Desk Jewelry Box

Early 19th Century Miniature Writing Desk Jewelry Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

This vintage miniature wood box has six drawers and lots of character and patina. Some of the drawers are lined in faux marbleized paper. We see this wonderful piece being used to st...

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Early 19th Century European Empire Antique Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Rosewood Sarcophagus Shape British Tea Caddy
Antique Rosewood Sarcophagus Shape British Tea Caddy

Antique Rosewood Sarcophagus Shape British Tea Caddy

Located in Bridgeport, CT

British tea caddy finely crafted from rosewood and accentuated with a contrasting wood. It features a distinctive sarcophagus shape with a hinged, sloped lid, suede lined interior a...

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19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Full Color Blue Humidor (Special Club Edition) in wood by Morici
Full Color Blue Humidor (Special Club Edition) in wood by Morici

Full Color Blue Humidor (Special Club Edition) in wood by Morici

By Morici

Located in Milan, IT

Meticulously crafted from varnished wood with an extra glossy finish and adorned with a printed "full color" glass panel, this masterpiece is a true sight to behold. The interior, li...

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2010s Italian Boxes

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Patchwork Cityscape Brass/Chrome Gentlemen's Jewelry Box
Mid-Century Patchwork Cityscape Brass/Chrome Gentlemen's Jewelry Box

Mid-Century Patchwork Cityscape Brass/Chrome Gentlemen's Jewelry Box

By Paul Evans

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Circa 1960's patchwork brass and chrome metal gentlemen's jewelry box. In the style of designer Paul Evans showing fine craftsmanship and detail. Felt lined as well as bottom. Small ...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Halcyon Days Heart Shaped Enamel Painted Trinket Box
Halcyon Days Heart Shaped Enamel Painted Trinket Box

Halcyon Days Heart Shaped Enamel Painted Trinket Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Charming trinket, pill or small jewelry box in the shape of a heart. Text reads I Love You, surrounded by flowers. This piece would certainly be a fantastic addition to an existing c...

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Mid-20th Century English Boxes

Materials

Gold, Brass

Italian Alabaster Round Box
Italian Alabaster Round Box

Italian Alabaster Round Box

Located in Land O' Lakes, FL

A low round urn shape, pale pink alabaster box with gray veining. Very heavy and an attractive design. Signed on bottom. Italy, circa 1970s.

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1970s Italian Vintage Boxes

Materials

Alabaster

Antique Silver-Plated Revolving Dome Caviar or Butter Dish on Ornate Box
Antique Silver-Plated Revolving Dome Caviar or Butter Dish on Ornate Box

Antique Silver-Plated Revolving Dome Caviar or Butter Dish on Ornate Box

Located in Wembley, GB

An elegant antique silver-plated covered serving dish, designed with a revolving dome lid and raised on an ornate stand with finely detailed floral and scrollwork decoration. The pie...

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Late 19th Century English Art Deco Antique Boxes

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Chinese Export Blue and White Porcelain Box
Chinese Export Blue and White Porcelain Box

Chinese Export Blue and White Porcelain Box

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage cobalt blue porcelain box decorated with pagodas in a riverscape, interior fitted with two compartments, made in 20th Century Width 7.5 inches / depth 4 inches / height 3 inc...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

19th C. Georgian Continental Tortoiseshell Cigar Case With Vermeil Silver Mounts
19th C. Georgian Continental Tortoiseshell Cigar Case With Vermeil Silver Mounts

19th C. Georgian Continental Tortoiseshell Cigar Case With Vermeil Silver Mounts

Located in Atlanta, GA

This refined cigar case is executed in richly figured tortoiseshell, shaped in a gently contoured rectangular form with softly rounded ends, the exterior polished to a deep transluce...

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19th Century British Georgian Antique Boxes

Materials

Shell

French Beveled Glass Underglaze Painting Box, circa 1950
French Beveled Glass Underglaze Painting Box, circa 1950

French Beveled Glass Underglaze Painting Box, circa 1950

Located in Labrit, Landes

Jewelry box completely covered with beveled glass. A rose adorns the lid of the box. Good condition with marks of time and three small losses (please see photos) Shipping L20 /P ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Fabric, Glass

Limoges Porcelain Needle Trinket box
Limoges Porcelain Needle Trinket box

Limoges Porcelain Needle Trinket box

By Limoges

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Limoges France Porcelain Needle Trinket Box. Its background is white. It is hand painted and adorned with branches of flowers alternated by pink and gilt bands. Inside the ...

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20th Century French Victorian Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Antique English Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy Georgian Period
Antique English Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy Georgian Period

Antique English Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy Georgian Period

Located in Northampton, GB

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Green tortoiseshell tea caddy dating to the Georgian period, circa 1790 during the reign of George III. The exterior is finished in vibrant green tortoiseshell and mounted with silver stringing, a vacant silver initial plaque and matching silver escutcheon. The interior is faced in boxwood and fitted with two tortoiseshell lids, each mounted with turned bone handles. When removed, the lids reveal twin tea storage compartments retaining visible traces of their original lining. The tea caddy remains complete with a working lock and tasselled key and is a rare example of late eighteenth century tortoiseshell tea caddies.

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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes

Materials

Shell

Modern Handmade White Bone and Brass Keepsake Box from Spain
Modern Handmade White Bone and Brass Keepsake Box from Spain

Modern Handmade White Bone and Brass Keepsake Box from Spain

Located in New York, NY

Handmade decorative keepsake, desk box clad in white bone and brass inlay pinstripes.

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Regency Brass Inlaid Mahogany Traveling Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box
Antique Regency Brass Inlaid Mahogany Traveling Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box

Antique Regency Brass Inlaid Mahogany Traveling Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An Exceptionally Fine Quality English Well Figured Rosewood Ladies or Gents English Georgian Travelling Writing Slope of outstanding quality and unusually large proportions, with lav...

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19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau Rectangular Silver Plate Jewelry Box, France
Art Nouveau Rectangular Silver Plate Jewelry Box, France

Art Nouveau Rectangular Silver Plate Jewelry Box, France

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

This French rectangular silver box is heavily decorated in the typical styles of this Art Nouveau period. The box has vintage red velvet interior and the original hardware with a wor...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca and wood, Mexico, 1970s
Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca and wood, Mexico, 1970s

Abalone shell vanity box, Alpaca and wood, Mexico, 1970s

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb jewelry box designed and produced in Mexico during the 1970's. This artisanal set with abalone mother-of-pearl and alpaca, is a true work of art. A beautiful item to display i...

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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Shell, Abalone, Alpaca, Wood

Doge Green Tall Glass Box with Lid
Doge Green Tall Glass Box with Lid

Doge Green Tall Glass Box with Lid

By Creart

Located in Milan, IT

This glass box will add a colorful accent to any vanity table in a bedroom or powder room. Exquisitely decorated by hand, it is distinguished by a vertically etched pattern that crea...

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2010s Italian Boxes

Materials

Glass

Large English Brass Bee Trinket for Jewelry, Salt or Pepper, England
Large English Brass Bee Trinket for Jewelry, Salt or Pepper, England

Large English Brass Bee Trinket for Jewelry, Salt or Pepper, England

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

As found in London, a large brass bee. The wings of the bee opens upwards that gives access to a small "secret" compartment. This compartment can be used for a variety uses including...

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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Antique Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Antique Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Located in Northampton, GB

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING This Antique Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy dates to the Georgian period during the reign of George III, circa 1800. The tea caddy is formed in an elegant octagona...

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Early 1800s English George III Antique Boxes

Materials

Shell, Wood, Boxwood

FORNASETTI Butterfly Box
FORNASETTI Butterfly Box

FORNASETTI Butterfly Box

By Fornasetti, Piero Fornasetti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage decorative rectangular lacquered walnut wood box with butterfly motif / designed by Piero Fornasetti, made in Italy in the 1970s Original mark at the felt base Length: 12 inc...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Wood

Poseidon Blue Leather Round Bath Set
Poseidon Blue Leather Round Bath Set

Poseidon Blue Leather Round Bath Set

By Pinetti

Located in Milan, IT

Part of the Poseidon collection, this exceptional bathroom set will elevate the look of any bathroom with its timeless elegance. It comprises a cylindrical soap dispenser, toothbrush holder, cotton holder, and small object box or soap bar holder nested within a rectangular tray. All pieces are upholstered entirely in a soft blue-colored leather, which contrasts with the polished metal pump...

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2010s Italian Boxes

Materials

Metal

French Antique Etched and Faceted Crystal Lidded Boxes with Bronze Ormolu, Pair
French Antique Etched and Faceted Crystal Lidded Boxes with Bronze Ormolu, Pair

French Antique Etched and Faceted Crystal Lidded Boxes with Bronze Ormolu, Pair

Located in Doylestown, PA

Pair of French antique etched and faceted cut crystal lidded boxes with ormolu mounts, c. early 20th century. Gorgeous gilt bronze mounted boxes with intricately etched crystal of f...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Neoclassical Round Box in the Style of the Wedgwood
Neoclassical Round Box in the Style of the Wedgwood

Neoclassical Round Box in the Style of the Wedgwood

By Wedgwood

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and rare early to mid-20th century matte white and light periwinkle blue round metal box in the Neoclassical style. The Neoclassical raised relief design around box's ext...

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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Boxes

Materials

Metal

Limoges French Hand Painted Porcelain Boxes, Set of 5
Limoges French Hand Painted Porcelain Boxes, Set of 5

Limoges French Hand Painted Porcelain Boxes, Set of 5

Located in Winter Park, FL

A set of five Limoges French miniature collectible porcelain trinket or pill boxes, each with hand-painted decoration and brass frame. Set includes: a basket with three glass bottles...

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20th Century French French Provincial Boxes

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Sycamore and Burr Walnut Cigar Exchange Box With Leather Cigar Case
Art Deco Sycamore and Burr Walnut Cigar Exchange Box With Leather Cigar Case

Art Deco Sycamore and Burr Walnut Cigar Exchange Box With Leather Cigar Case

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Art Deco Sycamore and Burr Walnut Veneer Inlay Cigar Exchange Box With Felt Base From The Connaught Hotel London Supplied With A Humidity Thermometer, Velvet Pouch, Cigar Cutter Wit...

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Late 20th Century British Art Deco Boxes

Materials

Sycamore, Walnut, Felt

“Cannabis” or “The World of Plants” by Line Vautrin, gilded bronze box, France
“Cannabis” or “The World of Plants” by Line Vautrin, gilded bronze box, France

“Cannabis” or “The World of Plants” by Line Vautrin, gilded bronze box, France

By Line Vautrin

Located in Uccle, BE

“Cannabis” or “The World of Plants” by Line Vautrin, gilded bronze box. “Finely chiseled gilt bronze box, the lid depicting a central plant whose leaves, veins, and roots radiate sym...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco sewing box from the Belgian brand 'Trock' - 1930s
Art Deco sewing box from the Belgian brand 'Trock' - 1930s

Art Deco sewing box from the Belgian brand 'Trock' - 1930s

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Sewing Box by Belgian Brand Torck Creator: Torck (Manufacturer) Dimensions: 47x40cm H:60 cm - Total Height: 80 cm Style: Art Deco Place of Origin: Belgium Period: 1930-1939 Embroid...

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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Boxes

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Italian Hand-Carved Alabaster Jewelry Box with Brass Mounts, Green Veined Stone
Italian Hand-Carved Alabaster Jewelry Box with Brass Mounts, Green Veined Stone

Italian Hand-Carved Alabaster Jewelry Box with Brass Mounts, Green Veined Stone

Located in Miami, FL

Italian Hand-Carved Alabaster Jewelry Box with Brass Mounts, Green Veined Stone A finely crafted Italian alabaster trinket or jewelry box, showcasing the natural beauty of richly ve...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Large Mid-Century Modern Oak Sewing Box on Wheels, Netherlands, 1950s
Large Mid-Century Modern Oak Sewing Box on Wheels, Netherlands, 1950s

Large Mid-Century Modern Oak Sewing Box on Wheels, Netherlands, 1950s

Located in Den Haag, NL

Large Solid Oak wood sewing box ,on wheels . opened with two hinged doors on the top, while the accordion style (with layered shelves that used external hinges to store more stuff in...

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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Green Onyx Jewelry Box with Gilded Lion Feet
Mid-Century Modern Green Onyx Jewelry Box with Gilded Lion Feet

Mid-Century Modern Green Onyx Jewelry Box with Gilded Lion Feet

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

A handmade trinket or jewelry box, crafted with utmost care from exquisite onyx. Details in guilded metal such as the lion feet. This versatile box will work for your treasures, whil...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Onyx

Chinese Style Lacquered Brush or Pencil Box Painted Butterfly, circa 1940
Chinese Style Lacquered Brush or Pencil Box Painted Butterfly, circa 1940

Chinese Style Lacquered Brush or Pencil Box Painted Butterfly, circa 1940

Located in Labrit, Landes

Lacquered paintbrush or pensil box, made in the chinese style. In this painting features a butterfly and flowers. The key is not the original but it does correspond to the lock. Good...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Wood

French Art Deco Geometric Marquetry Wood Box, circa 1930
French Art Deco Geometric Marquetry Wood Box, circa 1930

French Art Deco Geometric Marquetry Wood Box, circa 1930

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning ornamental lidded box with a marquetry design was made in France around the 1930s. It features a distinctive raised design with a rectangular body, composed of lacquere...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Wood

Pol Chambost 20th century design blue modern ceramic decorative jewelry box
Pol Chambost 20th century design blue modern ceramic decorative jewelry box

Pol Chambost 20th century design blue modern ceramic decorative jewelry box

By Pol Chambost

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Pol Chambost Realised circa 1950 20th century design Blue ceramic decorative or jeelry box by Pol Chambost Signed under the base Original perfect condition Height 18 cm Large 23 cm

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

AIMARA Hand-Crafted Alpaca Silver Box by Studio AIREDELSUR
AIMARA Hand-Crafted Alpaca Silver Box by Studio AIREDELSUR

AIMARA Hand-Crafted Alpaca Silver Box by Studio AIREDELSUR

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

The waves on a choppy lake, rough by the wind, inspire the design of alpaca boxes and picture frames of this family, whose name comes from the tribe that dwelled in the North Argenti...

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2010s Argentine Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Onyx Marble Rectangular Jewelry Box Italy 1950s Brass Foot
Onyx Marble Rectangular Jewelry Box Italy 1950s Brass Foot

Onyx Marble Rectangular Jewelry Box Italy 1950s Brass Foot

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Solid onyx marble jewelry box with gilded brass foot Italy 1950s

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Onyx

Art Deco Sterling Combination Coin Compact Card Case, American, circa 1920
Art Deco Sterling Combination Coin Compact Card Case, American, circa 1920

Art Deco Sterling Combination Coin Compact Card Case, American, circa 1920

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Art Deco sterling combination coin compact card or cigarette Case, American, circa 1920 by Webster Co. Rectangular cushion shape with hand chain attached. Opens to reveal half and fu...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage 1960s Spanish Revival Leather Embossed & Studded Box by La Vieja España
Vintage 1960s Spanish Revival Leather Embossed & Studded Box by La Vieja España

Vintage 1960s Spanish Revival Leather Embossed & Studded Box by La Vieja España

Located in St. Louis, MO

Circa 1950s or 1960s Antique Spanish revival small barrel top aged leather box, with embossed diamond pattern & stars with iron studs painted black. Box has red lined interior, lock ...

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1960s Spanish Spanish Colonial Vintage Boxes

Materials

Leather

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.