Boxes
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Onyx, Marble
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass, Steel, Chrome
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Alabaster
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wicker, Straw, Lucite
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Amethyst, Gold Leaf
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Moroccan Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Renaissance Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Malachite, Metal, Brass
1970s Vintage Boxes
Rattan, Lucite
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
1970s American Vintage Boxes
Oak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Aluminum
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1960s West Asian Moorish Vintage Boxes
Enamel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s West Asian Moorish Vintage Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Moroccan British Colonial Vintage Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Vintage Boxes
Onyx
1970s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Metal
1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Wood
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Wood, Olive
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s American American Craftsman Vintage Boxes
Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble, Brass
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Walnut
1960s Mexican Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Steel
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Chrome
1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Bone
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1960s European Vintage Boxes
Stone, Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Malachite, Brass
1970s American Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Formica
1960s English Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s American Vintage Boxes
Walnut
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, 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.