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French Silver Plate Jewelry Vanity Pill Trinket Box
French Silver Plate Jewelry Vanity Pill Trinket Box

French Silver Plate Jewelry Vanity Pill Trinket Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Small jewelry or vanity box as found in French market. This 19th Century pill box has a silver plated lid and features a ribbon band decoration. Wonderful patina and certainly will c...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Burl Wood Box Organic Modern Postmodern
Burl Wood Box Organic Modern Postmodern

Burl Wood Box Organic Modern Postmodern

Located in New York, NY

A studio elder burl wood box, hand-crafted and signed by artist, Organic Modern style Post-Modern period, circa late-20th century. A beautiful hand-made blond elder burl wood box wit...

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Boxes

Materials

Burl

Chippendale Tea Caddy, c1770
Chippendale Tea Caddy, c1770

Chippendale Tea Caddy, c1770

Located in valatie, NY

Chippendale tea caddy, c1770, burl veneered mahogany paneled front and sides with cross banded border raised on original ball and claw cast brass...

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Late 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Priora Box in glossy ebony with detail in Corno Italiano, Mod. 2409
Priora Box in glossy ebony with detail in Corno Italiano, Mod. 2409

Priora Box in glossy ebony with detail in Corno Italiano, Mod. 2409

By Arcahorn Srl.

Located in Recanati, Macerata

The Priora box is designed to provide an exquisite storage solution for small items. Fashioned from glossy ebony, each box is distinguished by an elegant detail in Corno Italiano and...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes

Materials

Wood

Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box
Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box

Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early 18th century Italian carved and dovetailed walnut alms box, circa 1725 Large dovetails and old handwrought nails give this small scale box a hea...

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Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Boxes

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau Celtic Hound Casket Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet
Art Nouveau Celtic Hound Casket Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

Art Nouveau Celtic Hound Casket Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

By Alfred Daguet

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. While standard parcel services are an option, the defau...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes

Materials

Enamel, Steel, Brass

Maitland Smith Post Modern White Tessellated Hexagonal Stone Box 1980's
Maitland Smith Post Modern White Tessellated Hexagonal Stone Box 1980's

Maitland Smith Post Modern White Tessellated Hexagonal Stone Box 1980's

By Maitland Smith

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Post Modern 1980s Maitland Smith Marble Covered Box with hinged lid and a round polished brass pull on top. Vintage Postmodern geometric design decorative box white tessellated stone...

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Late 20th Century Asian Post-Modern Boxes

Materials

Stone

19th Century Tramp Art Jewelry Box
19th Century Tramp Art Jewelry Box

19th Century Tramp Art Jewelry Box

Located in High Point, NC

19th century tramp art jewelry box from England. The box has a domed top with layers upon layers of molded edges, leading up to a graceful formed...

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19th Century English Folk Art Antique Boxes

Materials

Fruitwood

Handcrafted Jewelry Box by Bay Area Artist Dean Santner c.1970
Handcrafted Jewelry Box by Bay Area Artist Dean Santner c.1970

Handcrafted Jewelry Box by Bay Area Artist Dean Santner c.1970

By Dean Santner

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Original studio, handcrafted wood jewelry box by California woodworker, Dean Santner. Expertly crafted in walnut. Pull out center drawer lined in blue felt. CREATOR Dean ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Felt, Walnut

A Pair of Large Japanese Lacquer Kaioke Boxes
A Pair of Large Japanese Lacquer Kaioke Boxes

A Pair of Large Japanese Lacquer Kaioke Boxes

Located in Norton, MA

Japan, late Edo, two big octagonal covered shell game boxes resting on footed stands, with makie-e decorations depicting flowering vines on a black lacquer ground, They are still in ...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Handcrafted Tronador Rectangular Brown Onyx Box by AIREDELSUR
Handcrafted Tronador Rectangular Brown Onyx Box by AIREDELSUR

Handcrafted Tronador Rectangular Brown Onyx Box by AIREDELSUR

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

The shape of the inactive Tronador volcano reminded us of the pyramid shaped idea of our boxes that make up this collection. With a rectangular or square base, the box is a reflectio...

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2010s Argentine Modern Boxes

Materials

Stone, Onyx

Midcentury Gilded 'Lemon' Ceramic Box, Mirror Black Interior, Italy, circa 1960
Midcentury Gilded 'Lemon' Ceramic Box, Mirror Black Interior, Italy, circa 1960

Midcentury Gilded 'Lemon' Ceramic Box, Mirror Black Interior, Italy, circa 1960

Located in Chatham, ON

Mid Century gilded 'lemon' form ceramic box with cover - mirror black glazed finish to the interior - nice aged patina to the cold painted/applied gilding - unsigned - Italy - circa ...

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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Antique George V Sterling Silver Engine Turned Box by Finnigans Ltd., 1913
Antique George V Sterling Silver Engine Turned Box by Finnigans Ltd., 1913

Antique George V Sterling Silver Engine Turned Box by Finnigans Ltd., 1913

By Finnigans, London 1

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1913 by Finnigans Ltd., this antique, George V, sterling silver box is decorated with engine-turned engraving and scattered fleur-de-lis motifs, and features ...

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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Rhodochrosite Box
Vintage Rhodochrosite Box

Vintage Rhodochrosite Box

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful vintage Rhodochrosite box out of a collection of 4 rare stone boxes we recently acquired out of an estate collection. This box has stunni...

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1960s Italian Vintage Boxes

Materials

Stone

Continental Austrian Burl and Satinwood Box
Continental Austrian Burl and Satinwood Box

Continental Austrian Burl and Satinwood Box

Located in Queens, NY

Continental Austrian burl walnut and satinwood banded small box with a bevelled glass inset top

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19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Boxes

Materials

Burl

French Gothic Oak Coffer Chest
French Gothic Oak Coffer Chest

French Gothic Oak Coffer Chest

Located in Queens, NY

French Gothic-style (19/20th Century) oak coffer chest on stand with tracery carved panels and a domed lid with iron strap work

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19th Century French Gothic Antique Boxes

Materials

Iron

1970s Mid-Century Modern Lucite Fake Tortoise Italian Jewelry Box
1970s Mid-Century Modern Lucite Fake Tortoise Italian Jewelry Box

1970s Mid-Century Modern Lucite Fake Tortoise Italian Jewelry Box

By Christian Dior

Located in Aci Castello, IT

A rare lucite rectangular jewelry box designed and manufactured in Italy in the Seventies, It's in very good conditions considering use and age

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Lucite

Regency Specimen Wood Parquetry Tea Caddy
Regency Specimen Wood Parquetry Tea Caddy

Regency Specimen Wood Parquetry Tea Caddy

Located in Essex, MA

Rectangular hinged coffered top over a conforming case. Side ring handles and brass paw feet. Fitted interior.

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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Silver vinaigrette box with gilded interior and engravings, George IV period
Silver vinaigrette box with gilded interior and engravings, George IV period

Silver vinaigrette box with gilded interior and engravings, George IV period

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver vinaigrette box with gilded interior and decorated with engravings from the George IV period. Metal: Silver. Origin: English. Brand: Birmingham. Weight: 6.63 gram...

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19th Century European Antique Boxes

Materials

Silver

Gilt Bronze Box With Miniature Of Napoleon Bonaparte, 19th Century
Gilt Bronze Box With Miniature Of Napoleon Bonaparte, 19th Century

Gilt Bronze Box With Miniature Of Napoleon Bonaparte, 19th Century

Located in Bilzen, BE

Gilt bronze box with miniature of Napoleon Bonaparte painted on porcelain from the 19th century. 7.5 x 9.5 cm, height 3.4 cm

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19th Century French Empire Antique Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Arts & Crafts Tramp Art Folk Art Wood Inlay Jewelry Trinket Desk Box
Vintage Arts & Crafts Tramp Art Folk Art Wood Inlay Jewelry Trinket Desk Box

Vintage Arts & Crafts Tramp Art Folk Art Wood Inlay Jewelry Trinket Desk Box

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Arts & Crafts Tramp Art Folk Art Wood Inlay Jewelry Trinket Desk Box. Item features a mirror to the interior lid, solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, very nice vin...

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Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Boxes

Materials

Wood

Arts and Crafts Box Iron Chest, circa 1920
Arts and Crafts Box Iron Chest, circa 1920

Arts and Crafts Box Iron Chest, circa 1920

Located in Vienna, AT

The item on sale is an iron chest or casket suitable for arts and crafts or as a decorative object. It might have been made in Germany, England or Scottland. The box has been hand cr...

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Early 20th Century European Boxes

Materials

Iron

Vintage Scholz & Lammel Modernist Wood Box Enamel Made in Germany
Vintage Scholz & Lammel Modernist Wood Box Enamel Made in Germany

Vintage Scholz & Lammel Modernist Wood Box Enamel Made in Germany

Located in Krefeld, DE

Beautiful Scholz & Lammel boxe from the 1960s made of wood with enamel top. You could use it for cigaretts, little things like jewelry or small accessories. Price for one box.  

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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Enamel

19th Century Korean Traveling Vanity Box With Mirror
19th Century Korean Traveling Vanity Box With Mirror

19th Century Korean Traveling Vanity Box With Mirror

Located in Queens, NY

Asian Korean (19th Century) Campaign style rosewood box with brass trim and interior cabinet with a mirror top and drawers with folding side sections.  

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19th Century Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Cigar Box by William Summers, Solid Silver, London, 1876
Antique Cigar Box by William Summers, Solid Silver, London, 1876

Antique Cigar Box by William Summers, Solid Silver, London, 1876

By William Summers 1

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century English solid silver cigar box of rectangular form, with smooth sides and a heavy gauge. The hinged lid features a mounted curved handle on one side. Hallmarked...

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19th Century British Other Antique Boxes

Materials

Silver

Antique 18th Century Bilston Battersea Enamel Muffineer or Sugar Shaker
Antique 18th Century Bilston Battersea Enamel Muffineer or Sugar Shaker

Antique 18th Century Bilston Battersea Enamel Muffineer or Sugar Shaker

By Bilston Battersea

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An antique 18th century Bilston or Battersea enamel muffineer or sugar shaker. A very rare form! With a pierced, domed top, raised gold decoration, and cartouches of floral spr...

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18th Century British George II Antique Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Early 19th C. Tunbridge Ware Work / Sewing Box with Geometric Inlay
Early 19th C. Tunbridge Ware Work / Sewing Box with Geometric Inlay

Early 19th C. Tunbridge Ware Work / Sewing Box with Geometric Inlay

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Regency period Tunbridge ware work or sewing box having calamander sides with light wood edges, the top with exotic woods inlaid in a tumbling block pattern within a Vandyke frieze b...

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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes

Materials

Brass

Satinwood Needlework or Jewellery Box
Satinwood Needlework or Jewellery Box

Satinwood Needlework or Jewellery Box

Located in Folkestone, GB

A fine early 19th century satinwood sarcophagus needlework or jewellery box with ornate brass ring handles and feet.

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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes

Materials

Satinwood

20th century large white ceramic decorative or jewelry box by Hofmann vallauris
20th century large white ceramic decorative or jewelry box by Hofmann vallauris

20th century large white ceramic decorative or jewelry box by Hofmann vallauris

By Vallauris

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Gerard Hofmann (1917-1965) Realised in Vallauris Large white ceramic decorative or jewelry box Circa 1950 Original perfect condition Signed Height 42 cm Large 27 cm

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Sterling Silver Gold-Plated Pill Box with Sailboat, Art Nouveau, 1900s
Sterling Silver Gold-Plated Pill Box with Sailboat, Art Nouveau, 1900s

Sterling Silver Gold-Plated Pill Box with Sailboat, Art Nouveau, 1900s

By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Square pill box in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with hand-painted miniature depicting a sailboat. English Art Nouveau style, early 1900s. Dimensions: 3 x 3 x 1.2 cm. Weight:...

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1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Mini Ceramic Restaurant Matchbox - Commerce Inn
Mini Ceramic Restaurant Matchbox - Commerce Inn

Mini Ceramic Restaurant Matchbox - Commerce Inn

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Mini Matchbox Series is composed of roughly 2”x 3” boxes that make direct references to iconic NYC institutions. These boxes come with slide out inserts that are filled with matc...

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2010s American Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

19th Century Majolica Impressionist Flowers Box
19th Century Majolica Impressionist Flowers Box

19th Century Majolica Impressionist Flowers Box

Located in Austin, TX

19th Century Majolica Impressionist Flowers Box.

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1880s French Romantic Antique Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Czechoslovakia Art Deco Jeweled dresser box.  marbled glass with gilt decoration
Czechoslovakia Art Deco Jeweled dresser box.  marbled glass with gilt decoration

Czechoslovakia Art Deco Jeweled dresser box. marbled glass with gilt decoration

By Kralik Glassworks

Located in Mobile, AL

The variety of glass made in Czechoslovakia in the Art Deco period is astounding. And, some of the most beautiful exports were the dresser boxes with jeweled lids, many clearly stam...

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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Boxes

Materials

Art Glass

Russian Silver, Gold And Niello Topographical Snuff Box
Russian Silver, Gold And Niello Topographical Snuff Box

Russian Silver, Gold And Niello Topographical Snuff Box

Located in New Orleans, LA

This silver, gold and niello inlaid topographical snuffbox is a masterpiece of Russian silver. Almost owned by a wealthy 19th-century tradesman, this extraordinary creation shares a ...

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19th Century Russian Other Antique Boxes

Materials

Gold, Silver

Antique Wood Box With Carvings, Interlaken, Swiss, 1900s
Antique Wood Box With Carvings, Interlaken, Swiss, 1900s

Antique Wood Box With Carvings, Interlaken, Swiss, 1900s

Located in Greven, DE

Antique box with beautiful carvings, around 1900. The top of the box is encarved with the flower of the mountains "Edelweiss". Also carved is "Interlaken", the Swiss city of manufact...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Boxes

Materials

Wood

Wood Box by Don Shoemaker
Wood Box by Don Shoemaker

Wood Box by Don Shoemaker

By Don S. Shoemaker

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Designed by Don Shoemaker and handcrafted by SEÑAL, S.A. Mexico, circa 1960s. Using exotic local wood in Mexico such as Granadillo, excellent vintage condition. The box has beautifu...

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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Georgian sterling silver snuff box
Antique Georgian sterling silver snuff box

Antique Georgian sterling silver snuff box

Located in NEWARK, GB

An attractive antique Georgian era sterling silver snuff box. It has an ergonomic design which easily slips into the pocket it is a bowed shape and has a squeeze / push action closu...

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19th Century British George III Antique Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fabulous Antique English Penwork Double Compartment Tea Caddy c.1820
Fabulous Antique English Penwork Double Compartment Tea Caddy c.1820

Fabulous Antique English Penwork Double Compartment Tea Caddy c.1820

Located in Bath, GB

A simply magnificent and grand example of a Regency Penwork Tea Caddy dating 1820. The caddy stands on it's original large gilded bronze Lion's paw feet and the sides retaining the ...

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1820s British Regency Antique Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Perfume Bottle Apothecary Caddy Box Casket
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Perfume Bottle Apothecary Caddy Box Casket

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Perfume Bottle Apothecary Caddy Box Casket

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century burl walnut wooden box with decorative brass plaque on the lid, containing two glass or crystal perfume bottles with brass caps. Measure: 5".  

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19th Century Victorian Antique Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Italian Jewelry or Decorative Box, Early 20th Century
Italian Jewelry or Decorative Box, Early 20th Century

Italian Jewelry or Decorative Box, Early 20th Century

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Early 20th Century Italian jewelry box. This sweet petite box is a perfect piece to hold jewelry or any small collectibles. Sitting atop a vanity, d...

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Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Boxes

Materials

Wood

Chinese Export Cloisonné Box
Chinese Export Cloisonné Box

Chinese Export Cloisonné Box

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Lovely Chinese export cloisonné box made of brass and enameled with a beautiful floral pattern in beautiful colors of red, green, blue and red. The box rests on ball feet. This chino...

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1910s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass, Enamel

17th/18th Century Italian Venetian Marquetry Table Box
17th/18th Century Italian Venetian Marquetry Table Box

17th/18th Century Italian Venetian Marquetry Table Box

Located in Forney, TX

An important early antique Italian Renaissance table box, handcrafted in Northern Italy in the 17th/18th century, cassone chest form, richly inlaid, the top and front panel with fruitwood banding framing...

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18th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Boxes

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Large Japanese Namban Lacquer Coffer Arqueta, 16th Century
Large Japanese Namban Lacquer Coffer Arqueta, 16th Century

Large Japanese Namban Lacquer Coffer Arqueta, 16th Century

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A large Japanese Namban lacquer arqueta coffer for the Portuguese market Kyoto, Momoyama-period, late 16th century In Hinoki cypress lacquered in ...

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16th Century Japanese Antique Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Herend Porcelain Figural Asparagus Covered Box Model No. 6070/C
Herend Porcelain Figural Asparagus Covered Box Model No. 6070/C

Herend Porcelain Figural Asparagus Covered Box Model No. 6070/C

By Herend

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine figural porcelain covered box. By Herend. In the form of a bundle of asparagus tied together with a pink ribbon. Model No. 6070/C. Simply a wonderful piece of Here...

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20th Century Hungarian Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Asian Handcrafted Oval Betel Box in Metal Silvered
Asian Handcrafted Oval Betel Box in Metal Silvered

Asian Handcrafted Oval Betel Box in Metal Silvered

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Asian decorative trinket lidded box in metal silvered hammered and etched with organic floral design. Anglo Raj style oval form betel box. Dimensio...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Boxes

Materials

Metal

Victorian Kingwood Jewellery Box
Victorian Kingwood Jewellery Box

Victorian Kingwood Jewellery Box

Located in Altrincham, GB

Victorian Kingwood Jewellery Box - with ormolu mounted decoration opening to a pink fabric lined interior - French Import for the UK market - 14.5 x 11.5 x 7"h

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Late 19th Century French Beaux Arts Antique Boxes

Materials

Ormolu

Early 20th century burr yew desktop box with clock
Early 20th century burr yew desktop box with clock

Early 20th century burr yew desktop box with clock

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early 20th century burr yew desktop box with clock circa 1920. Empire revival burr yew cigar box with clock.  Strung and inlaid to outer edges, decorated with an ormolu mount to the...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Empire Boxes

Materials

Brass

Anglo Indian Brass and Hardwood Chest
Anglo Indian Brass and Hardwood Chest

Anglo Indian Brass and Hardwood Chest

Located in San Mateo, CA

Anglo Indian hardwood campaign or dowry chest. This has brass straps, handles and large hinges on the interior. The lock has the original key. The chest is in good condition. It show...

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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes

Materials

Brass

Grand Tour Bronze, Two-Tone Enamel & Pietra Dura Dressing Box or Humidor C. 1880
Grand Tour Bronze, Two-Tone Enamel & Pietra Dura Dressing Box or Humidor C. 1880

Grand Tour Bronze, Two-Tone Enamel & Pietra Dura Dressing Box or Humidor C. 1880

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exceptional Grand Tour dressing box or humidor, crafted in France circa 1880, epitomizes the luxurious design and meticulous craftsmanship of the late 19th century. Constructed ...

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Late 19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Boxes

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Enamel

Veneered Footed Sandalwood Glove Box with Penwork Decoration, Vizagapatam, India
Veneered Footed Sandalwood Glove Box with Penwork Decoration, Vizagapatam, India

Veneered Footed Sandalwood Glove Box with Penwork Decoration, Vizagapatam, India

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Anglo-Indian penwork decorated veneered sandalwood glove box on turned ball feet the sides and top decorated with scrolling leaf borders and the top with a central leaf-framed cartou...

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Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes

Materials

Metal

Italy 1940s Aldo Tura Goat Skin, Brass and Wood Tobacco Container, Pipe Shape
Italy 1940s Aldo Tura Goat Skin, Brass and Wood Tobacco Container, Pipe Shape

Italy 1940s Aldo Tura Goat Skin, Brass and Wood Tobacco Container, Pipe Shape

By Aldo Tura, Macabo

Located in Roma, IT

Tobacco container by Aldo Tura, Italy 1940s in goatskin, brass and wood. The container has two compartments, one for storing tobacco and another for storing and lighting the games. D...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes

Materials

Brass

Louis XIV Style Boulle Tea Caddy
Louis XIV Style Boulle Tea Caddy

Louis XIV Style Boulle Tea Caddy

Located in Bradenton, FL

19th century Louis XIV style boulle tea caddy. Beautiful boulle has inlaid red and gold design on black lacquered background.. Features a double caddy...

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19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Boxes

Materials

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.