Boxes
1910s European Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Wood, Boxwood
1880s Italian Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Boxes
Crystal
Early 20th Century Israeli Arts and Crafts Boxes
Metal, Brass
1920s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Sheet Metal
1980s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Wood, Paint
1930s British Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Oak
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Silver, Copper
1870s Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Arts and Crafts Boxes
Porcelain
19th Century Gothic Antique Boxes
Oak
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Brass, Copper
1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Arts and Crafts Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Arts and Crafts Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Arts and Crafts Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Sterling Silver, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Arts and Crafts Boxes
Leather, Blown Glass, Paper
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Gothic Boxes
Stone, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Boxes
Brass, Copper
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Copper
16th Century Portuguese Gothic Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Pewter
1910s American Gothic Vintage Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Pewter, Enamel
Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Boxes
Copper, Brass
Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Ceramic
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Oak
Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Boxes
Iron
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
1910s German Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Oak, Zebra Wood
1920s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Sheet Metal
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Enamel, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Boxes
Metal
1890s Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Cedar
1990s Arts and Crafts Boxes
Cedar
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Boxes
Iron
Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Leather, Oak
1910s Austrian Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1910s Arts and Crafts Vintage Boxes
Brass, Copper
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Boxes
Brass
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.