Boxes
Late 20th Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble
1980s North American Modern Vintage Boxes
Lacquer, Wood
2010s Korean Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Marble, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Felt
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
2010s European Modern Boxes
Ebony
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Boxes
Copper
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Marble
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes
Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Wood
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Enamel, Foil
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Steel
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Animal Skin
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Marble
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Wood
2010s English Modern Boxes
Acrylic, Wood
19th Century Japanese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
2010s German Modern Boxes
Natural Fiber
20th Century Chinese Export Boxes
Wood
1930s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Wood
20th Century German Modern Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Lucite
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Unknown Modern Boxes
Horn
20th Century European Modern Boxes
Silver
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Pearwood
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Early 2000s Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Australian Modern Boxes
Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Lucite, Plexiglass
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Late 20th Century American Modern Boxes
Fabric, Glass, Teak
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.