Boxes
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century American Regency Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Bronze
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Ormolu
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Regency Boxes
Wood
1970s French Neoclassical Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Leather, Wood
Early 19th Century American Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
Mid-18th Century Austrian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Lacquer, Wood, Fabric
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century Swiss Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Gold, Enamel
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Walnut
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Boxes
Silver
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Carrara Marble
1820s English Regency Antique Boxes
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Leather
19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Silver
1820s Irish Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1810s English Regency Antique Boxes
Hardwood
19th Century Spanish Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Silver
Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 1800s French Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Straw
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Metal
1790s Italian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Walnut
19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Metal, Other
1790s English Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1810s English Regency Antique Boxes
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
19th Century American American Classical Antique Boxes
Steel, Wrought Iron, Iron
Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Lacquer
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Walnut
1810s English Regency Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
1820s English Regency Antique Boxes
Glass
Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Bone
19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Porcelain, Glass
1810s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Stone
19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Silver
Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Marble
Early 19th Century French Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1910s American Regency Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Austrian American Classical Boxes
Ceramic
20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Early 1900s Regency Antique Boxes
Iron
1930s English Neoclassical Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 1900s French Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
1970s French Neoclassical Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Silver, Brass
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.