Boxes
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass, Steel
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Boxes
Wood
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes
Porcelain
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Boxes
Stainless Steel
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Gold
1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Metal
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Portuguese Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Wood
20th Century Modern Boxes
Bone, Wood
Early 2000s Italian Modern Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Mahogany
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Boxes
Metal, Enamel
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Copper, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Murano Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Shagreen Stingray
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Coral
20th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Boxes
Porcelain
1980s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Majolica
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Chrome
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
2010s American Modern Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Copper
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
Late 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Porcelain
1960s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Onyx, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Alabaster
Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Porcelain
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
Early 2000s Italian Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold, Gold Plate
1980s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s English Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s Modern Vintage Boxes
Onyx
2010s American Modern Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Bone, Horn, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Polyester, 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.