Boxes
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver
20th Century British Art Deco Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Chrome
Early 1900s English Art Deco Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
Late 19th Century English Art Deco Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Jade, Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Bronze
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Paper
1970s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Early 20th Century English Regency Boxes
Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
1890s French Regency Antique Boxes
Walnut
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Sycamore
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Alabaster
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood, Walnut, Satinwood, Rosewood, Nutwood, Fruitwood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1960s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Straw, Wood, Cork
19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Metal, Brass, Steel
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Leather
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Wood, Shagreen Stingray
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Art Glass
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Yew
2010s American Art Deco Boxes
Brass, Steel
1940s European Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Silver, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Malachite, Sterling Silver
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Walnut, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Shagreen Stingray
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Platinum
1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
1930s Japanese Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Walnut, Lacquer
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Silver
Mid-19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Satinwood
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.