Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Danish Post-Modern Boxes
Crystal
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
1840s Antique Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Pottery
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Pottery, Clay
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Stoneware
2010s American Modern Boxes
Brass
2010s American Modern Boxes
Brass
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Stoneware
2010s Mexican Modern Boxes
Marble
2010s Malaysian Modern Boxes
Copper
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
1930s English Neoclassical Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Glass, Walnut
20th Century French Boxes
Crystal
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Earthenware
1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Earthenware
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Porcelain
1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Boxes
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Boxes
Porcelain
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.