Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Gold, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Steel
2010s American Modern Boxes
Brass
20th Century German Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Thai Modern Boxes
Faux Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Polyester, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
2010s Modern Boxes
Copper
1950s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1960s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Thai Modern Boxes
Faux Leather
Early 2000s Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Murano Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Boxes
Stone, Marble, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Bone
1950s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Art Glass, Murano Glass
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Boxes
Ceramic
2010s American Modern Boxes
Birdseye Maple, Rosewood, Teak, Walnut
20th Century Unknown Modern Boxes
Shagreen
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Bone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
1980s Philippine Modern Vintage Boxes
Leather, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
1980s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes
Enamel
Mid-20th Century French Modern Boxes
Bronze
2010s Australian Modern Boxes
Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Wood
20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Pottery
1990s Japanese Modern Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Antique Boxes
Pewter
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Polyester, Wood
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Bone, Horn, 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.