Boxes
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Chrome
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Chrome
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1980s Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Malachite
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Clay
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate, Steel, Gold Plate
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Steel, Chrome
1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Horn
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Nickel
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Porcelain, Rosewood, Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Malachite, Brass, Bronze
1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Shell
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1930s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Boxes
Brass, Bronze
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass, Steel, Chrome
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Mirror
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Cocobolo
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Rope
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Enamel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Glass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Silver
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1930s Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Mahogany
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine, Metal, Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Alabaster
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Machiche
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Boxes
Leather
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Coral
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Art Glass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine, Marble
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
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.





