Boxes
1920s French Empire Revival Vintage Boxes
Gold Leaf
2010s Swiss Boxes
Steel
1880s British Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood, Paper
1920s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Lacquer
Early 20th Century German Boxes
Porcelain
2010s Boxes
Stainless Steel
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Wood, Leather
20th Century French Boxes
Art Glass
20th Century Russian Boxes
Lacquer
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Silver
1850s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
20th Century American Egyptian Boxes
Resin
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Art Glass
Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian Boxes
Olive
20th Century English Egyptian Revival Boxes
Gold
1990s Italian Empire Boxes
Crystal, Sterling Silver, Enamel
18th Century Spanish Medieval Antique Boxes
Wood, Pine
20th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Boxes
Porcelain
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Boxes
Wood
1880s Chinese Antique Boxes
Silver
1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Russian Boxes
Lacquer
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Boxes
Walnut
1890s Russian Chinoiserie Antique Boxes
Silver
Late 19th Century Italian Gothic Antique Boxes
Bronze, Iron
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Boxes
Crystal, Brass
16th Century Italian Antique Boxes
Wood
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Lacquer
Early 20th Century French Empire Boxes
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
1950s Vintage Boxes
Leather
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Shell
1970s American Beaux Arts Vintage Boxes
Iron
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Straw, Wood
2010s Swiss Boxes
Steel
2010s Congolese Boxes
Malachite
1890s Austrian Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Shell
1990s Boxes
Shagreen
Early 20th Century British Victorian Boxes
Mahogany, Cedar
1950s Vintage Boxes
Wood, Maple
Early 1800s English George III Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Wood
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Crystal
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Brass
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Birch, Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Giltwood, Paint, Fabric, Velvet
19th Century French Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1910s British Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century British Régence Antique Boxes
Hardwood, Pine
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Terracotta
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s Italian Boxes
Metal
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.





