Boxes
Mid-20th Century Chinese Folk Art Boxes
Paper
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1940s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Boxes
Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Onyx, Metal
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Boxes
Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bone, Wood, Macassar
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
1940s Italian Vintage Boxes
Metal
1960s European Vintage Boxes
Wood
1950s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1950s Czech Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1940s French Vintage Boxes
Paper
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1950s Unknown Modern Vintage Boxes
Malachite
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
1940s Italian Classical Roman Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal, Gold
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1960s Vintage Boxes
Leather, Wood
1930s Korean Showa Vintage Boxes
Wood, Lacquer, Abalone
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal, Enamel, Copper
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1940s American Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Other Boxes
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Crystal
1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1950s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Formica
1910s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Crocodile
Mid-20th Century Mexican Boxes
Amethyst, Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Wood
1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Gothic Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Boxes
Agate, Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
1960s Italian Vintage Boxes
Onyx
1960s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Boxes
Paper
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Art Glass
1930s French Country Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Majolica
Mid-20th Century French Boxes
Ceramic, Wood
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1960s Spanish Vintage Boxes
Silver
1960s Vintage Boxes
Other
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Bronze
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.