Boxes
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Silver
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Copper
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Boxes
Crystal
1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Tin
1960s Spanish Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Alabaster, Marble, Metal
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass, Pewter
1960s American Baroque Revival Vintage Boxes
Walnut
Mid-20th Century European Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Boxes
Marble
1940s Unknown Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Majolica, Wood
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Jacaranda, Rosewood, Cocobolo
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Islamic Boxes
Fruitwood
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Hardwood
1990s Boxes
Wood
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1990s British Boxes
Leather
1990s Japanese Boxes
Glass
1930s American Navajo Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
1990s Boxes
Wood, Paint
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Enamel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Boxes
Enamel, Chrome
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Tin
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Giltwood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Shell
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1990s Japanese Modern Boxes
Silver
1930s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian International Style Boxes
Leather, Velvet
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Composition
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.