Boxes
1850s North American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Other
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Boxes
Tin, Copper, Brass
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1830s English Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Boxes
Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood, Harewood
1960s Folk Art Vintage Boxes
Pine
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Pine, Paint
Early 19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
20th Century French Regency Boxes
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Pine, Paint
20th Century Indian Folk Art Boxes
Metal, Silver
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Boxes
Brass, Copper
1820s English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century French Folk Art Antique Boxes
Leather, Wood
20th Century American Folk Art Boxes
Wood, Paint
1820s British Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
20th Century American Folk Art Boxes
Ceramic, Clay
Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 19th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Velvet, Ebony, Fruitwood, Mahogany, Walnut
1840s American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Pine
Early 18th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Birdseye Maple
1820s British Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
20th Century German Folk Art Boxes
Glass, Wood
Mid-19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Walnut
Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Ebony, Fruitwood, Mahogany
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century European Regency Antique Boxes
Ivory, Tortoise Shell
1820s British Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
1820s British Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Boxes
Fruitwood, Walnut
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Satinwood
1820s English Regency Antique Boxes
Boxwood, Rosewood, Satinwood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Folk Art Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Brass
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Satinwood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Tin
1960s American Folk Art Vintage Boxes
Wood
1810s British Regency Antique Boxes
Shell
Mid-19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
1810s British Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Boxes
Silk, Paper
1920s Folk Art Vintage Boxes
Iron
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Iron
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl
Late 19th Century French Folk Art Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Other
19th Century Folk Art Antique Boxes
Sycamore
19th Century British Regency Antique 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.