Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Coral
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Bone, Horn, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Leather, Walnut, Cedar
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Abalone, Walnut, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Wood, Shagreen Stingray
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Stone, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Murano Glass
2010s American Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Leather, Wood
2010s Italian Boxes
Leather
1840s Russian Antique Boxes
Wood
2010s Italian Boxes
Leather
2010s Italian Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Bone, Wood
2010s Afghan Boxes
Lapis Lazuli
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Louis XVI Boxes
Tin
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Leather, Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Steel, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Leather, Wood
Early 2000s American Hollywood Regency Boxes
Lucite, Macassar
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Gold
2010s Italian Boxes
Horn, Wood, Ebony
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Agate, Metal
2010s American Organic Modern Boxes
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
2010s Italian Boxes
Serpentine
2010s Italian Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Thai Modern Boxes
Faux Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Bone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
Early 2000s American Organic Modern Boxes
Stoneware, Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Boxes
Malachite, Marble
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Boxes
Onyx
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.