Boxes
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Wood, Pine
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Malachite, Sterling Silver
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bone, Wood
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Jade
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Copper
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Lacquer, Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Marble
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ebony
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Lead
20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Abalone, Lacquer, Walnut
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
1810s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Abalone, Walnut, Lacquer
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Abalone, Walnut, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Walnut
20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Glass, Walnut
20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Malachite
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Faux Bamboo, Glass, Plastic
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Oak, Yew
Early 19th Century French Regency Antique Boxes
Marble, Ormolu
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
20th Century French Regency Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Malachite
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Paper
Early 20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Metal, Brass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Macassar
1940s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1910s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Glass
1810s English Regency Antique Boxes
Silver
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Shagreen Stingray
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Fruitwood, Walnut
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Silver
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.