Boxes
1950s American Vintage Boxes
Rosewood
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Lacquer
Late 20th Century Boxes
Stone, Agate, Travertine, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Chrome
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Boxes
Lacquer
Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Boxes
Wicker
Early 1900s French Antique Boxes
Ormolu
2010s Italian Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century French Empire Revival Boxes
Gold Leaf
1970s Moroccan Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Boxes
Softwood
Late 20th Century English Boxes
Stoneware
15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Antique Boxes
Wood, Paint
1940s English Vintage Boxes
Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Boxes
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Japanese Organic Modern Boxes
Wood, Ash, Hardwood
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Boxes
Metallic Thread
19th Century Antique Boxes
Walnut
18th Century Spanish Medieval Antique Boxes
Wood, Pine
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 1800s English George III Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Country Boxes
Rattan
1960s Mexican Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Other Boxes
Silver
1970s Mexican Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century Russian Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1940s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Porcelain
2010s Congolese Boxes
Malachite
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Silver
Early 1900s Indian Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Boxes
Sterling Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Early 1800s European George III Antique Boxes
Cut Steel
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Wood, Mother-of-Pearl
Early 19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
1930s German Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 19th Century German Other Antique Boxes
Antler
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Boxes
Walnut
Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian Boxes
Olive
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Pine, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Metal
1950s Danish Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Terracotta
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Boxes
Steel
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Walnut
1970s German Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Crystal
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Boxes
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Islamic Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Indian Moorish Boxes
Bone, Fruitwood
1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Brass
1860s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s Pakistani Boxes
Onyx
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.





