Boxes
1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Walnut
1950s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Burl
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Boxes
Enamel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century English Machine Age Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Clay
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Mirror
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Boxes
Copper
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1990s Luxembourgish Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Steel, Iron
1930s European Bauhaus Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Leather, Velvet
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal, Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Chrome
1940s Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Wood
1960s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Spanish Moorish Boxes
Fruitwood
1940s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Alabaster
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Boxes
Chrome
1990s Italian Other Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
1960s Italian Vintage Boxes
Leather, Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Japanese Boxes
Porcelain
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Pine
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Formica
1990s Italian Modern Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1930s English Other Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Glass, Mirror
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Brass
Mid-20th Century Russian Boxes
Softwood, Paper
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble
1930s Vintage Boxes
Mirror, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Boxes
Wood
1950s French Vintage Boxes
Metal
1950s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Felt, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Islamic Boxes
Metal
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Boxes
Fruitwood, Shell
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Malachite, Metal, Brass
1930s Vintage Boxes
Velvet
Mid-20th Century Indian Moorish Boxes
Fruitwood
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.