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Boxes For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: Early 20th Century
Regency Rosewood Sarcophagus Tea Caddy
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Attractive Late Regency Period Rosewood Tea Caddy, Of Elegant Sarcophagus Form, Having Domed Lid With Mother Of Pearl Inlaid Decoration, Enclosing Two Lidded Divisions, Raised...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Materials
Rosewood
Early 20th Century Books & Bookend Form Biscuit Tin by Huntley & Palmers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Books & bookends form biscuit tin box by Huntley & Palmers, early 20th century, English. Faux rack of books between waterfall faux mahogany & paterae inlaid bookends. Various book ti...
Category
Early 20th Century English Romantic Boxes
Materials
Tin
Dominick & Haff / Bailey, Banks & Biddle Sterling Silver Oval Repousse Snuff Box
Located in New York, NY
Dominick & Haff for Bailey, Banks & Biddle sterling silver oval snuff box in repousse pattern, beautifully adorned with floral motifs. It measures 3 3/8'' by 2 1/2'' by 1 5/8'' in he...
Category
Early 20th Century American Boxes
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Rare Brodie & Middleton Compendium of Artists’ Colors
Located in Bath, GB
Brodie & Middleton Compendium of Artists’ Colors, late 19th century, in original hinged mahogany case bearing the firm’s printed label and fitted with an array of pigments in cork-st...
Category
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Materials
Ceramic, Glass, Wood
19th Century Anglo Ceylonese Porcupine Quill Box with Interior Divided Tray
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A large rectangular box made of dark hardwood inlaid with bone dots framing panels of porcupine quill. The exterior of the box is veneered with quill cut and arranged to create a zig...
Category
Late 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo Raj Antique Boxes
Materials
Bone, Wood
Antique French 19th Century Jewelry Box Flap Door Miniature Wood Cabinet
Located in Firenze, IT
This beautiful French late 19th century chest of drawers in black ebonized wood and cherrywood reproduces with perfect proportions in scale a miniature cabinet with three drawers and an upper flap door that opens to reveal a white marble top and an oval mirror inside, nice hand carved band on top with geometrical pattern and molded base.
The black lacquered wood creates a wonderful contrast with the beautiful honey-colored wood grain. Despite its convenient size, extremely detailed, this chest of drawers is equipped with a white Carrara marble top and a small mirror that make it even more special and useful.
The model of a piece of furniture was originally created by cabinet makers to show their skills to the customer and to present the sample of the furniture which would then have been produced on a larger scale. These commode miniatures, along with other specimens, were displayed in the craftsman's workshop to serve as examples to aid the potential client in making a selection. Some also think that these little chests were used as doll and puppets...
Category
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Boxes
Materials
Carrara Marble, Metal
Arts & Crafts Wine Box with Decorative Metal Work, circa 1920s
Located in Verviers, BE
Arts & Crafts Wine Cave with Decorative Metal Work, circa 1920s
Box from the Arts & Crafts period,
Made in France
A very special item with decorative metal work on top. Definitely o...
Category
1920s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Materials
Sheet Metal
Large Swedish Unica Wooden Storage Box, 19th C.
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Large Swedish Unica Wooden Storage Box for Ornaments in original paint, Stockholm work, 19th C.
Category
19th Century Antique Boxes
Materials
Wood
French Antique Etched and Faceted Crystal Lidded Boxes with Bronze Ormolu, Pair
Located in Doylestown, PA
Pair of French antique etched and faceted cut crystal lidded boxes with ormolu mounts, c. early 20th century.
Gorgeous gilt bronze mounted boxes with intricately etched crystal of f...
Category
Early 20th Century French Empire Boxes
Materials
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
19Thc Original Paint Decorated Pantry Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Original paint decorated red over blue swing handled pantry box from New England.This amazing over painted pantry box has wonderful 19thc decoration and is in good condition.
Category
1870s American Adirondack Antique Boxes
Materials
Wood
Vintage FIRENZE , G. Ciardetti Artist signed, 800 Silver Pill Box
Located in Savannah, GA
Vintage FIRENZE , G. Ciardetti Artist signed, 800 silver, pill box with initials
Category
Early 20th Century Boxes
Materials
Silver
Music Box with Exposed Controls playing 6 tune probably by Lecoultre
Located in Zonhoven, BE
Beautiful, early and rare music box probably made by Lecoultre in the early 19th century. This early music box plays 6 melodies on a 25.5cm cylinder. At the beginning of the 19th cen...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swiss Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Materials
Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Other, Iron
Antique George III Quality Mahogany Inlaid Post Box
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III quality mahogany inlaid post box having a serpentine shaped front lift up lid with a satinwood inlaid shell to the centre opening to reveal compartments for letter...
Category
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Materials
Other
Russian Silver, Gold And Niello Topographical Snuff Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
This silver, gold and niello inlaid topographical snuffbox is a masterpiece of Russian silver. Almost owned by a wealthy 19th-century tradesman, this extraordinary creation shares a ...
Category
19th Century Russian Other Antique Boxes
Materials
Gold, Silver
Antique Painted Table Coffer, Dated 1915
Located in Dallas, TX
A rather unique painted chest from Europe, this table coffer was commissioned in 1915. The right side (when viewing from the front) is dated, with the numbers flanking a springing ra...
Category
Early 20th Century European Renaissance Boxes
Materials
Wood, Paint
19th Century English Victorian Brass Black Lacquer Papier-mache Dressing Box
Located in Forney, TX
A large antique English Victorian era brass-mounted papier-mache dressing box.
19th century, England, large shaped casket form, exterior in a black lacquered finish embellished with...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Materials
Brass
1910 Faux Books Biscuit Tin by Huntley & Palmers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Faux books biscuit tin box by Huntley & Palmers, 1910, English. In the form of a strapped group of generic books old red & black paint with gilt work and tan strap. Overall wear comm...
Category
1910s English Aesthetic Movement Vintage Boxes
Materials
Metal
Antique Burr Walnut Writing Box by Betjemann with Rare Secret Compartment
Located in Northampton, GB
Retailed by Charles Henry, Manchester
From our Writing Box collection, we are delighted to offer this English Burr Walnut Writing Box by Betjemann. The Writing box of slim rectangular shape with a slightly sloped lid is veneered in exquisite Burr Walnut to the exterior with beautifully shaped brass mounts. The escutcheon sits at the centre of the writing box on a brass mount which also features three monogrammed letters C F E. When opened the box reveals a royal blue velvet writing slope with a gold tooled border framed by an embossed greek key style border. The box is faced in exotic Coromandel wood which is a rare addition to this style of Writing Box. Above the writing slope, there is a partitioned section lined in Satinwood with two glass inkwells and a pen tray with further storage.
The secret spring-loaded stationary drawer features a solid Satinwood base complete with small yet elegant dovetail joints, activated by pressing down on the button on the brass mounted plate reading 'Betjemann Patent'. The inside of the writing slope lid bears the retailer plaque 'Charles Henry Manchester.' The box also features the original owner's monogram with the letters "C F E" in multiple locations.
The Writing Box comes complete with a working lock and tasselled key.
George Betejemann & Sons was a celebrated British firm of cabinet makers and retailers founded in the mid-19th century. Renowned for their exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail, the company quickly gained a reputation for producing some of the finest writing boxes and other luxury desk...
Category
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Materials
Brass
Antique Document Wooden Box with Incised Diamond Motifs and Wave Patterns
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian wooden document box from the 19th century with incised diamond motifs and wave patterns and partitioned interior. This 19th-century Indian wooden document box is a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship and rich heritage of Indian artisanship. Adorned with incised diamond motifs and undulating wave patterns, its surface tells a story of meticulous attention to detail and a deep appreciation for aesthetic form. The metal accents that punctuate its exterior not only enhance its visual appeal but also add to its structural integrity, offering a striking contrast against the warm tones of the wood.
The interior, thoughtfully partitioned, speaks to the box's original purpose of safeguarding valuable documents and keepsakes. Today, it stands as a versatile decorative piece that could serve multiple functions in a contemporary home. It could be a rustic accent on a study desk, holding pens and stationery, or a unique storage solution on a hallway console for keys and small items. Alternatively, placed on a coffee table or bookshelf, it could store remotes or serve as a conversation-starting decorative object.
Beyond its utility, this antique document box...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Boxes
Materials
Metal
Wonderful 835 Silver Tea Caddy lidded Box Can Christoph Widmann Germany handmade
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique 835 Silver Tea Caddy - lidded Box
Christoph Widmann Germany handmade
Half moon & crown
Weight: 229 grams
The condition can be seen in the pictures.
Category
19th Century German Antique Boxes
Materials
Silver
Antique English Sheffield Silver Footed Jewel Box, Circa 1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Sheffield Silver-Plated Footed Jewel Box, Circa 1890.
Beautiful Chasing
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Boxes
Materials
Sheffield Plate
Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Writing Box
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality rosewood writing box having a rectangular shaped quality rosewood lift up top opening to reveal a lift up writing surface opening to reveal two storage comp...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Materials
Other
A Gold Mounted Moss Agate Snuff Box
Located in Spencertown, NY
The mottled brown agate with translucence when held to light. The cover with a gold rope twist edge above hinged clasp with wreath and berry design above a cushion base
Category
Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Materials
Agate, Gold
Matthews English 1911 Sterling Silver Repousse Heart-Shaped Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
Henry Matthews, English sterling silver heart-shaped jewelry box from 1911 (Edwardian era) in repousse pattern, beautifully adorned with floral motifs. It measures 3 7/8'' by 3 5/8''...
Category
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Pair of Large Danish 1900's Faux Porcelain Tin Container Blue and White Paint
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Set of Two Charming Blue and White Painted Cylindric Kitchen Tins, Denmark circa 1910.
The pair is painted in the style of Royal Copenhagen's Blue Fluted ...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish French Provincial Boxes
Materials
Tin
Very Large Black French Napoleon III Boulle Brass Decorative Box 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Very beautiful and really super large box in brass Boulle marquetry style with triple fillets, with the count's crown and the coat of arms of the counts of Brittany, France on the c...
Category
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Art Nouveau Jewelry/Ring Box, French, Gilt Bronze, Beveled Glass, ca. 1910
Located in Petaluma, CA
A very high quality art nouveau French gilt bronze ring box. All the glass is beveled and the inside is tufted silk. A striking and rare little item. A perfect gift for the engageme...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Materials
Bronze
Clock with Singing Bird Automaton by Bontems
By Bontems
Located in Zonhoven, BE
Very beautiful and rare clock with bird automaton. Made by Bontems at the end of 19th century in Paris.
This French pendulum clock runs for 8 days, strikes the half hour and full ho...
Category
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Materials
Metal, Other, Enamel, Gold Plate
Swedish Limestone Chest Shaped like a Book circa 1840-1870
Located in Farsta, SE
A rare stone chest shaped like a book, crafted circa 1840-1870
Made of solid carved Swedish limestone (Öland) with a top nobb in alabaster.
The craftsmanship of this heavy piece is...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Materials
Alabaster, Limestone
Early 20th Century Wood Viaticum Cabinet and Home Altar Box
Located in Burton, TX
This Early 20th Century Wood Viaticum Cabinet and Home Altar Box is constructed with ornate details and two metal crosses on the front. This Alter Cabinet was once used for The Last ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Boxes
Materials
Wood
Antique , Elegant Anglo Indian Display Object
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Antique and rare Anglo-indian Display Object with 2 small drawers,
the object has the typical anglo-Indian decorations and design,
good old patina of the wood and Mother of Pearl and...
Category
1890s Indian Antique Boxes
Materials
Rosewood
Exclusive Bonboniere / Sugar Lidded box claw ball feet 800 Silver Germany
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Bonboniere / Sugar box / Lidded box
Half moon & crown - Germany - 800 Silver
stand on 4 claw ball feet
Weight: 246 grams
The condition can be seen in the pictures.
Category
19th Century German Antique Boxes
Materials
Silver
Overture Cylinder Musical Box by Paillard
Located in Zonhoven, BE
beautiful music box by Pailllard.
The music box was made by the firm Paillard at the end of the 19th century in Switzerland. Paillard was one of the main producers of this type of m...
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Materials
Brass, Steel, Iron
Exclusive Bonboniere / Sugar Lidded box 800 Silver Germany gilded, Flowers Putto
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique 800 Silver Bonboniere / Sugar- Lidded box
Half moon & crown - Germany - 800 Silver
Flowers, Putto & Children ornament - inside gilded
stand on 4 feet
Weight: 372 grams
The...
Category
19th Century German Antique Boxes
Materials
Silver
19th C. Anglo-Indian Hand Carved 4-Section Tea Caddy Inset W/ Tin Manganese Tile
Located in Atlanta, GA
Anglo Indian, early 19th century.
A highly unusual Antique hand carved 4-section tea caddy. The box which features a carved ribbon edge hinged lid, which opens to reveal four individually wood lined tea boxes with brass finial handles. The body is not only beautifully carved with blooming floral designs but it is also inset with 8 classical tin Manganese Delft...
Category
19th Century British Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Materials
Brass
Antique 800 Silver Bonboniere Sugar- Lidded box Christoph Widmann Germany gilded
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique 800 Silver Bonboniere / Sugar- Lidded box
Christoph Widmann - Germany - 800 Silver
Flowers & Children ornament - inside gilded
Weight: 386 grams
The condition can be seen ...
Category
19th Century Antique Boxes
Materials
Silver
Faux Revolving Bookcase Biscuit Tin Box by Huntley & Palmers, 1905, English
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Faux revolving bookcase biscuit tin box by Huntley & Palmers, 1905, English. In the form of a revolving bookcase filled with classic novels, notice the detail - end covers show on si...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Boxes
Materials
Tin
Antique French Cut Crystal and Gold Bronze Box, Circa 1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Cut Crystal and Gold Bronze Box, Circa 1890.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Royal Crown Derby Hand-Painted Serpentine Box with Floral Bouquets
Located in North Salem, NY
This exquisite 20th century serpentine-shaped covered box represents a superb manifestation of the iconic artistry and style associated with Royal Crown Derby. The craftsmanship and ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Boxes
Materials
Porcelain
Art Nouveau Silverplated Pill Snuff Box Floral ECHINACEA Pattern Jugendstil
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Art Nouveau Silverplated Pill Box Floral ECHINACEA Pattern Jugendstil
Origin: probably France
Marks: unmarked
Diameter: ca. 4,7 cm / 1.85"
Height: ca. 2,...
Category
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Vintage French Leather Briefcase by Lederer de Paris
Located in Redding, CT
Vintage French Leather Briefcase by Ledere de Paris. Early 20th Century . Perfect for that vintage briefcase collector . In has been used very well.
Category
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Georgian Glass Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
The Tea Caddy of slight oval shape with diamond quit cut canted corners, an engraved monogram to the body reading MAAF and a radial cut stopper. The Tea Caddy dates to the late Georg...
Category
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Boxes
Materials
Glass, Cut Glass
Gilt Bronze and Enamel Plaque Box, 19th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilt bronze and enamel plaque box, 19th century.
Gilt bronze and enamel plaque box, signed central painting, 19th century, Napoleon III period.
h: 5,5cm, w: 14,5cm, d: 12,5cm
Category
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
Lovely antique Victorian rosewood storage box
Located in Ipswich, GB
Lovely antique Victorian rosewood storage box, having a quality rosewood box of Sarcophagus shape, with a lift up lid opening to reveal a st...
Category
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Materials
Rosewood
1920s Belgian Metal Box
Located in High Point, NC
This 1920s Belgian Metal Box is a true relic of the past, offering a glimpse into the history of everyday objects. Its sturdy construction speaks of a time when durability was paramo...
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Boxes
Materials
Metal
Old Japanese Black Lacquered Decorative Round Papier Mache Box with Hinged Top
Located in North Salem, NY
Attractive old Japanese black lacquered round papier-mache box with hand painted decoration and hinged top.
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes
Materials
Paper
Antique Georgian Birdseye Maple English Double Tea Caddy Box Cut Crystal Bowl
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A Superb Example of an English Georgian Period Well figured Birds Eye Maple Double Interior Section Tea Caddy of flat rectangular outline, generous proportions and outstanding qualit...
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Materials
Brass
Antique English Mother of Pearl & Rosewood Writing Box Hausburg
By F.L. Hausburg
Located in Northampton, GB
Firmly Attributed to Hausburg
From our Writing Box collection, we are pleased to offer this Antique Victorian Writing Box attributed to ...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Materials
Pewter
Antique Sterling Silver Miniature Vinaigrette Locket James Fenton Birmingham
Located in Portland, OR
A very elegant & charming antique sterling silver miniature locket vinaigrette by James Fenton, Birmingham, 1872.
This miniature vinaigrette would have been worn as a locket on a chain...
Category
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
1911 Faux Dickens Books Biscuit Tin by Huntley & Palmers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Faux books biscuit tin box by Huntley & Palmers, 1911, English. In the form of a strapped group of novels by Charles Dickens in old green & red paint with gilt work and black strap. ...
Category
1910s English Aesthetic Movement Vintage Boxes
Materials
Metal
Antique English Boulle Stationery Box by Leuchars & Sons
Located in Northampton, GB
Dome Topped Stationary Box
From our Box collection, we are delighted to offer this Antique English Boulle Stationery Box by Leuchars & Sons. The box of rectangular form with a domed...
Category
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Materials
Brass
Faux Revolving Bookcase Biscuit Tin Box by Huntley & Palmers, 1905, English
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Faux revolving bookcase biscuit tin box by Huntley & Palmers, 1905, English. In the form of a revolving bookcase filled with classic novels, notice the detail - end covers show on si...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Boxes
Materials
Tin
Early 20th inlaid desktop drawer cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th inlaid desktop drawer cabinet circa 1910.
Unusual small apprentice piece. Made using various woods and showcasing various techniques of inlay and woodwork.
A bank of 3 g...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Edwardian Boxes
Materials
Fruitwood
French Leather jewelry box with inlaid etched plaque - France - Louis XVI style
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Charming wooden jewelry or sewing box covered in brown leather, surrounded by a dark brown inlaid frieze and a decorative green frieze glued around the box.
The leather is decorated ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Boxes
Materials
Leather, Wood
Late 19th Century French Canvas Covered Locking Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
A coated canvas-covered box with nail head decoration, brass lock and brass handle.
Category
Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Boxes
Materials
Canvas
Antique Round Birks Sterling Silver Footed Jewelry & Ring or Trinket Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This jewelry and ring or tricket box was made by and unknown English maker and retailed by Birks. The box dates to approximately 1920 and is done in a Victorian style. This ring box ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georgian Squash Fruit Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
Extremely rare pumpkin / squash tea caddy with a superb dark mottled colour, lovely patination, and a wonderful original squared stalk is only seen on...
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Boxes
Materials
Sycamore
19th Century European Inlaid Decorative Lap Desk Box
Located in Richmond, VA
Offered is an exquisite, 19th Century European lap desk box with abalone and wood inlay. Brass escutcheon and felt velvet lining. Does not include original key.
Category
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Boxes
Materials
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.
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