Boxes
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Other
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Murano Glass, Art Glass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Milk Glass
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Formica
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Goatskin
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Art Glass, Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Art Glass, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Boxes
Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood, Harewood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Art Glass, Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Alabaster
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Onyx, Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Travertine, Marble
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Alabaster
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Shagreen
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Onyx, Metal
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Earthenware, Wood
Early 19th Century Regency Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Burl
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Silver, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1830s English Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Silver Plate
1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Paper
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble, Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Wood
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
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.