Boxes
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Ivory, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s American Modern Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Boxes
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ebony
Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Crystal
1980s Japanese Modern Vintage Boxes
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Murano Glass
Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Boxes
Fruitwood
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
Late 20th Century English Victorian Boxes
Metal, Enamel
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
Late 20th Century English Victorian Boxes
Metal, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Asian Modern Boxes
Bamboo, Wicker
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Coral
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1870s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
19th Century Victorian Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
1990s Italian Modern Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Gold
1880s British Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Other
Late 20th Century English Modern Boxes
Stone, Marble
19th Century French Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Brass
1880s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Silver
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Fabric, Wood, Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Wood
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Leather
1970s Korean Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer
1860s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass, Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Modern Boxes
Lucite, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Gold Plate
1850s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Velvet, Wood
19th Century French Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Acrylic
20th Century American Modern Boxes
Crystal
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1990s French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes
Shagreen Stingray
Late 20th Century Modern Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Leather, Birdseye Maple
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.