Boxes
1990s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Boxes
Leather, Wood
19th Century Gothic Antique Boxes
Oak
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver
20th Century French Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Gold, Bronze
1950s French Louis XVI Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1930s French Louis XVI Vintage Boxes
Bronze, Gold
Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Boxes
Brass, Copper
20th Century Gothic Boxes
Stone, Bronze
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
16th Century Portuguese Gothic Antique Boxes
Wood
15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Antique Boxes
Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Boxes
Iron
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Boxes
Porcelain
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Boxes
Stone
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Louis XVI Boxes
Tin
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1770s Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Gold
1990s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 18th Century European Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Ormolu
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Gold Leaf, Enamel
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Bronze
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Opaline Glass
16th Century Italian Gothic Antique Boxes
Wood
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Silver
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1960s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1790s French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Agate, Gold, Silver
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Bronze
16th Century Italian Gothic Antique Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Boxes
Iron
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Antique Boxes
Wood
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Boxes
Porcelain
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Bronze
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.