Boxes
1980s Italian International Style Vintage Boxes
Leather
1980s American Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1990s Japanese Boxes
Silk
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Boxes
Leather
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Murano Glass, Art Glass
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Sheraton Boxes
Mahogany
1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Boxes
Enamel
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Quartz, Metal, Silver Plate
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Onyx
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Brass
1980s Vintage Boxes
Stone, Brass
1970s Vintage Boxes
1970s American Vintage Boxes
Steel
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Boxes
Bamboo
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Velvet
1970s Vintage Boxes
Glass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Brass
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Wood, Mother-of-Pearl
1990s Italian Hollywood Regency Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Boxes
Mirror
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Boxes
Hardwood, Paint
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Iron
1990s Russian Boxes
Ormolu
1970s Swedish Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble
1970s Swedish Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes
Rock Crystal, Iron
Late 20th Century Boxes
Wood
1990s French Hollywood Regency Boxes
Wood, Animal Skin
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Alabaster
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble, Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine, Marble
Late 20th Century Rococo Boxes
Walnut
1980s French Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Porcelain
1980s Italian Queen Anne Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
1980s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Late 20th Century English British Colonial Boxes
Leather
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century English Boxes
Porcelain
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Minimalist Boxes
Stone
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
1980s American Tribal Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1990s Philippine Minimalist Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
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.