Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Bone, Horn, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Wood
1980s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Travertine, Marble, Metal, Brass
20th Century Modern Boxes
Pottery
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Metal, Gold Leaf, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Bone, Palmwood
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes
Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Bone, Wood
1910s English Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Art Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Nouveau Boxes
Mirror, Wood
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1990s Japanese Modern Boxes
Silver
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Paper
Early 2000s Italian Modern Boxes
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Modern Boxes
Wood
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble
1980s North American Modern Vintage Boxes
Lacquer, Wood
2010s Korean Modern Boxes
Wood
20th Century Art Nouveau Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Glass, Art Glass
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
1890s German Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Marble, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Felt
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood
2010s European Modern Boxes
Ebony
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Boxes
Copper
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Marble
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes
Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Wood
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Enamel, Foil
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
Early 20th Century German Jugendstil 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.