Boxes
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint
Early 20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Gold
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Early 1900s Japanese Art Deco Antique Boxes
Wood
20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Malachite
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Crystal
1960s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Bronze
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood, Mirror
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Metal
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Steel
1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Pewter
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Early 2000s French Art Deco Boxes
Shell, Velvet, Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Palmwood
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Aluminum
1990s Philippine Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver
20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Lucite, Plexiglass
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Gold
1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Murano Glass
1980s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Fabric, Straw, Foam, Wood
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Pewter
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1950s European Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
1930s Slovak Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Copper
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Iron
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Pottery
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Stoneware
Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
15th Century and Earlier French Art Deco Antique Boxes
Glass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Silver, Sterling Silver
1910s Czech Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Crystal
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Metal
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Stoneware
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Wood
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.