Boxes
Early 20th Century British Chinoiserie Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Boxes
Tin
Late 19th Century British Régence Antique Boxes
Hardwood, Pine
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Brass
1890s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Malachite
Early 19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Ormolu
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Pine, Paint
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
19th Century American Adirondack Antique Boxes
Wood
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Copper, Enamel
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Lucite, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Leather
2010s Italian Boxes
Multi-gemstone
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1890s French Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass, Enamel
1790s English George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Polyester, Wood
1830s British William IV Antique Boxes
Hardwood, Satinwood
1960s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Early 19th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Sterling Silver, Bronze
Early 20th Century American Primitive Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Italian Empire Revival Boxes
Bronze
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass, Nickel
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century Japanese Folk Art Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
20th Century European Boxes
Leather, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
20th Century French Boxes
Sheet Metal
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Metal, Brass
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Boxes
Eggshell, Lacquer
Early 1800s European George III Antique Boxes
Steel
Late 19th Century Czech Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s European Boxes
Onyx
Early 20th Century English Boxes
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
1840s Swedish Biedermeier Antique Boxes
Wood, Oak, Paper, Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Country Boxes
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
20th Century Georgian Boxes
Metal
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Burl
20th Century German Vienna Secession Boxes
Tin
Early 20th Century Belgian Modern Boxes
Marble, Onyx, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery, Terracotta
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Russian Boxes
Lacquer
Late 19th Century Irish Victorian Antique Boxes
Yew
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.





