Boxes
1980s Italian International Style Vintage Boxes
Leather
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
1980s American Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Murano Glass, Art Glass
1980s Vintage Boxes
Stone, Brass
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Wood, Mother-of-Pearl
1980s French Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1980s Italian Queen Anne Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s American Tribal Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble
1980s Vintage Boxes
Ormolu
1980s Japanese Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
1980s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
1980s Vintage Boxes
Leather
1980s Vintage Boxes
Enamel
1980s Unknown Post-Modern Vintage Boxes
Reed
1980s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Wood, Paint
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Steel
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1980s Philippine Vintage Boxes
Brass
1980s American American Craftsman Vintage Boxes
Wood, Birdseye Maple
1980s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble, Travertine, Stone, Metal, Brass
1980s Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Horn
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Chrome
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Jade
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s Indian Tribal Vintage Boxes
Stone
1980s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Agate, Metal, Silver Plate
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
1980s Indian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Precious Stone
1980s Sri Lankan Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s Turkish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Driftwood, Boxwood, Papercord
1980s Italian Empire Vintage Boxes
Gold, Enamel, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
1980s Vintage Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Animal Skin
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1980s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1980s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Shell, Wood
1980s British Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver
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.