Boxes
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Alabaster, Limestone
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Teak, Cork
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Copper
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Jade, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Glass
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Leather
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Quartz, Brass
20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Paper
20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Pewter
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Quartz, Brass
1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Pewter
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Brass
1950s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
1990s British Art Deco Boxes
Shagreen, Wood
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Quartz, Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
15th Century and Earlier French Art Deco Antique Boxes
Glass
20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Gold
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Early 2000s Australian Art Deco Boxes
Gold Plate
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Metal
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bakelite
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver
20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Boxes
Silver
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Shagreen, Wood
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Boxes
Crystal, Onyx, Marble, Gold Leaf, Metal, Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel,...
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Crystal
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.