Boxes
2010s Brazilian Modern Boxes
Bronze
2010s Brazilian Modern Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Bone, Wood
2010s Brazilian Modern Boxes
Bronze
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
2010s Colombian Modern Boxes
Natural Fiber
2010s German Modern Boxes
Natural Fiber
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Bone
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s German Modern Boxes
Plastic
2010s German Modern Boxes
Natural Fiber
2010s German Modern Boxes
Plastic
2010s Spanish Modern Boxes
Plywood
2010s Belgian Modern Boxes
Cherry, Padouk, Zebra Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
2010s Spanish Modern Boxes
Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s German Modern Boxes
Natural Fiber
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Modern Boxes
Wood
2010s German Modern Boxes
Natural Fiber
2010s Spanish Modern Boxes
Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Boxes
Steel, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Boxes
Ceramic
2010s German Modern Boxes
Natural Fiber
2010s German Modern Boxes
Steel
2010s German Modern Boxes
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Bone, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
2010s German Modern Boxes
Plastic
2010s German Modern Boxes
Plastic
2010s German Modern Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
2010s German Modern Boxes
Steel
2010s German Modern Boxes
Steel
2010s German Modern Boxes
Steel
2010s Colombian Modern Boxes
Natural Fiber
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Japanese Modern Boxes
Silver
Late 20th Century Modern Boxes
Malachite, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Onyx, Marble
2010s Turkish Modern Boxes
Chestnut
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Laminate, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Bone
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Bone, Palmwood
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Mirror
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Boxes
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Cedar
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.