Boxes
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Straw, Oak, Wicker, Lucite
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Glass, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bone, Wood
20th Century Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sheet Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Giltwood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Cocobolo
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Steel
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Plastic, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Shell
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Steel
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Wood, Stained Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Art Glass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Copper, Enamel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Copper, Enamel, Chrome
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Gold
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Onyx
20th Century Russian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lacquer
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Metal
1910s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Silver
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wicker, Cork, Plexiglass, Lucite, Acrylic, Rattan, Straw
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Leaf
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wicker, Lucite, Acrylic, Resin, Rattan, Cane
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Nutwood, Mirror
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.