Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
2010s American Modern Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s American Brutalist Boxes
Steel
2010s Italian Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Serpentine
Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Brass
Early 2000s Italian Modern Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Boxes
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Bone
2010s European Boxes
Marble
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
Early 2000s French Boxes
Stainless Steel
2010s American Brutalist Boxes
Steel, Copper, Bronze
2010s European Boxes
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
2010s Italian Boxes
Metal
2010s Italian Boxes
Leather, Wood
2010s Italian Other Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Boxes
Onyx
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Oak, Lacquer
2010s Italian Boxes
Onyx
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
2010s Italian Other Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Chrome, Silver Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Chrome, Silver Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Chrome, Silver Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Boxes
Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1840s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary French Arts and Crafts Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Metal, Sheet Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
1840s Swedish Antique Boxes
Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Wood, Oak
2010s American Brutalist Boxes
Steel
2010s European Boxes
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Boxes
Brass, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
2010s European Boxes
Marble
2010s American Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Early 2000s Italian Other Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Boxes
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.