Boxes
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Oak, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Boxes
Metal
2010s French Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Cedar
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Metal, Gold, Enamel
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Moroccan Art Deco Boxes
Walnut, Mother-of-Pearl, Birch, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
1830s English Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Pewter
2010s French Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Cedar
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Stone, Metal
1940s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Wood
20th Century French Regency Boxes
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
1820s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1990s French Art Deco Boxes
Shell, Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Bronze
Early 1900s American Art Deco Antique Boxes
Bronze
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Wood
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Wood
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Bronze, Iron
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Wood
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Wood
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Lacquer
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Straw
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Wood, Straw
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Shagreen, Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Lacquer, Abalone, Eggshell, Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Lacquer
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Oak, Lacquer
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Iron
1820s British Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Straw
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.