Boxes
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s American Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Horn, Wood
Late 20th Century Boxes
Leather, Hardwood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s Moroccan Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Hardwood
Late 20th Century Boxes
Stainless Steel
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Metal, Sheet Metal
20th Century Boxes
Sterling Silver
18th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Boxes
Iron
Early 19th Century Indian Regency Antique Boxes
Bone, Ivory, Sandalwood
Early 20th Century South Asian Boxes
Wood
20th Century Japanese Boxes
Wicker
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Gold, Brass
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Ormolu
1970s French International Style Vintage Boxes
Metal
20th Century Spanish Moorish Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Boxes
Wood
20th Century Moorish Boxes
Wood
1810s English George III Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass, Art Glass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bone
Early 20th Century British Boxes
Silver
2010s Swiss Boxes
Steel
1970s Swedish Vintage Boxes
Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Onyx
1880s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Copper
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Quartz, Brass
Early 20th Century Pakistani Tribal Boxes
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century British Chinoiserie Boxes
Wood
20th Century Boxes
Sterling Silver
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
2010s Pakistani Boxes
Onyx
19th Century English Folk Art Antique Boxes
Fruitwood
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Boxes
Eggshell, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Burl
Early 20th Century Italian Empire Revival Boxes
Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1840s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Export Boxes
Brass
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bakelite
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Boxes
Steel
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Boxes
Porcelain
2010s Italian Boxes
Leather
20th Century French Hollywood Regency Boxes
Shell, Polyester
1930s Danish Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Early 1900s Scottish Edwardian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold
Mid-20th Century Boxes
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.