Boxes
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver
20th Century British Boxes
Leather
Early 20th Century English Boxes
Tortoise Shell
20th Century Boxes
Wood
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Industrial Boxes
Iron
20th Century Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century French Other Boxes
Boxwood, Paper
Early 1900s Italian Antique Boxes
Marble
Early 20th Century Balinese Boxes
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Rosewood, Walnut
1910s Chinese Qing Vintage Boxes
Silver
1950s Austrian Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s British Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century British Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver
1990s French Boxes
Porcelain
1950s Italian Classical Roman Vintage Boxes
Onyx, Brass
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Goatskin
20th Century French Boxes
Agate, Gold Plate
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Lacquer
20th Century Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Bronze, Iron
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Murano Glass, Art Glass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century Asian Boxes
Porcelain, Paint
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century English Boxes
Paint, Porcelain
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Boxes
Shagreen
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Lucite, Wood
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Chrome
1960s French Brutalist Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1950s French Brutalist Vintage Boxes
Wood, Olive
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Boxes
Tin
20th Century French Other Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s German Other Antique Boxes
Silver
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Art Glass, Teak
Mid-20th Century Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Alabaster
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Iron
1950s Chinese Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
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.