Boxes
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Pewter
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Bone, Wood
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Macassar
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Teak
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Ebony
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Onyx, Silver Plate, Bronze
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century Moroccan Art Deco Boxes
Walnut, Birch
20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Ceramic
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Teak, Cork
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Brass, Nickel
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Silver Plate
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Marble
1990s Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Stone
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Oak, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Bronze, Aluminum, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Resin, Bakelite
1930s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Enamel
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Wood, Shagreen Stingray
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Straw, Cork
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Crystal, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1990s British Art Deco Boxes
Shagreen, Wood
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Pewter
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Leather, Parchment Paper
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Chrome
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Lapis Lazuli
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood, Maple
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Bone, Shagreen, Wood
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.