Boxes
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Bone, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Murano Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Spanish Modern Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s American Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Crystal
1980s Japanese Modern Vintage Boxes
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Murano Glass
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
Mid-20th Century Asian Modern Boxes
Bamboo, Wicker
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Coral
18th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Boxes
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
1990s Italian Modern Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Other
Late 20th Century English Modern Boxes
Stone, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1970s Korean Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
Late 20th Century Modern Boxes
Lucite, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Gold Plate
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
20th Century American Modern Boxes
Crystal
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1990s French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Shagreen Stingray
Late 20th Century Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Birdseye Maple
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Shagreen Stingray, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
1940s Danish Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s English Modern Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood, Resin
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
20th Century American Modern Boxes
Ash, Walnut, Pine
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Murano Glass
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.