Boxes
Mid-18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Coral
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Opaline Glass
18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 17th Century Indian Antique Boxes
Silver
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wicker, Rattan, Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Malachite, Silver Plate
1970s Italian Vintage Boxes
Metal
1970s Vintage Boxes
1750s Norwegian Baroque Antique Boxes
Iron
1970s Vintage Boxes
Leather
Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Hardwood
Mid-18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Chrome
Mid-18th Century German Baroque Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Gold
Late 18th Century German Rococo Antique Boxes
Bronze, Ormolu
Mid-18th Century British Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Lead
1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Marble, Brass
1970s Korean Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Boxes
Wood, Paper
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Pottery
Early 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Bronze
1970s Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Brass
18th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Leather, Glass, Cut Glass, Wood
1740s British Antique Boxes
Oak
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Oak
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Brass, Stainless Steel
Mid-18th Century Austrian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Gold
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s French Neoclassical Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
17th Century French Antique Boxes
Leather
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Vintage Boxes
Glass
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Suede, Wood, Lacquer
18th Century French Antique Boxes
Metal, Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Aluminum
18th Century European Neoclassical Revival Antique Boxes
Metal, Other
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass
1690s French Louis XIV Antique Boxes
Leather, Wood
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Steel
17th Century Chinese Antique Boxes
Porcelain
Early 18th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
1970s American Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1780s English Georgian Antique Boxes
Wood
18th Century English Rococo Antique Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
18th Century French Rococo Antique Boxes
Silver
Late 17th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique Boxes
Brass
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.