Boxes
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Lacquer, Abalone, Eggshell, Wood
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Silver
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Crystal, Sterling Silver
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass, Art Glass
Early 1900s American Art Deco Antique Boxes
Bronze
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Majolica
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Chrome, Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Metal
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Copper
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Nickel, Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Jade, Sterling Silver
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Paper
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Tin
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Boxes
Enamel, Chrome
20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
1980s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Boxes
Enamel, Chrome
20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Boxes
Alabaster
1950s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass, Enamel, Steel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Enamel
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver Plate
20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Brass, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1920s German Jugendstil Vintage Boxes
Brass
20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Mahogany
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1910s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Boxes
Brass, Nickel
20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Wood, Shagreen Stingray
20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s Indian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood, Olive
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold, Silver, Enamel
1990s British Art Deco Boxes
Shagreen, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
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.