Boxes
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Walnut
1950s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
Late 19th Century Spanish Art Deco Antique Boxes
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Chrome
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Bone, Fabric, Walnut
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Lucite, Rosewood
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Cut Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Stainless Steel
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Fabric, Wood
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Art Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
2010s American Art Deco Boxes
Brass, Steel
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Copper
20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Malachite
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Bone, Shagreen, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Glass
20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Enamel
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Silver Plate
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Copper
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bakelite
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bakelite
1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Murano Glass
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold, Enamel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s English Art Deco Antique Boxes
Leather, Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Alabaster
1950s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood, Macassar
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
2010s Australian Art Deco Boxes
Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Boxes
Crystal, Onyx, Marble, Gold Leaf, Metal, Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel,...
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Stoneware
20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Malachite
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.