Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century American Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century American Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Bronze
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Suede, Wood, Lacquer
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Chrome
1980s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Brass
1980s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1980s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine
1980s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Brass, Metal
1970s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Chrome
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Late 20th Century French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
20th Century Chinese Modern Boxes
Wood
20th Century French Modern Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Boxes
Bone, Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Boxes
Wood, Macassar
1980s British Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Horn, Wood
2010s British Modern Boxes
Metal, Sheet Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
20th Century French Modern Boxes
Ceramic
2010s French Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Quartz, Metal, Silver Plate
20th Century European Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
Early 2000s Irish Modern Boxes
Mahogany, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ultrasuede, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1930s British Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s British Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century French Modern Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Bronze
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Wood
20th Century Danish Modern Boxes
Copper, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes
Shagreen, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
1950s Philippine Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
1950s American Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Marble, Bronze
Early 2000s French Modern Boxes
Bronze
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Murano Glass
20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Metal, Brass
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Boxes
Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern 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.