Boxes
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Boxes
1950s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Alpaca
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1880s Chinese Antique Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine, Marble, Brass
2010s Boxes
Stainless Steel
15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Antique Boxes
Wood, Paint
2010s American Organic Modern Boxes
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Bronze, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Majolica
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Jade, Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century European Empire Antique Boxes
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
1970s German Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Crystal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Maple, Walnut
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Bronze
1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Boxes
Jade, Brass
1880s Victorian Antique Boxes
Pine, Burl
20th Century English Egyptian Revival Boxes
Gold
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Travertine
20th Century American Boxes
Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Coral, Silver, Enamel
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Burl
1940s European Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century British Régence Antique Boxes
Hardwood, Pine
18th Century Spanish Medieval Antique Boxes
Wood, Pine
Early 20th Century Chinese Other Boxes
Porcelain
1950s Italian Baroque Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
19th Century Irish Campaign Antique Boxes
Crystal, Silver, Brass
20th Century Moorish Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Late 20th Century Boxes
Leather, Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Opaline Glass
2010s Swiss Boxes
Steel
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Onyx
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Mid-20th Century American Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
19th Century British Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
1840s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Ormolu
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Ormolu
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1930s Italian Vintage Boxes
Bakelite
1970s Moroccan Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Swedish Vintage Boxes
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco 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.