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Decorative Boxes For Sale
EX Sotheby's. Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. A Mid-20th Century European
EX Sotheby's. Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. A Mid-20th Century European

EX Sotheby's. Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. A Mid-20th Century European

Located in Victoria, BC

A rare and visually striking mid-20th century European silver cigarette box. The hinged lid is meticulously set with rows of polished amethyst-colored pastes, each individually hand-...

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1950s Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Metal and Wood Box, 1930s
Art Deco Metal and Wood Box, 1930s

Art Deco Metal and Wood Box, 1930s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Art Deco Metal and Wood Box, 1930s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1920 to 1949. Additional information: Material: Metal, Wood Color: Black Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-own...

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20th Century Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Scandinavian Pine Wood Lidded Box in the Style of Uno Kristiansson
Sculptural Scandinavian Pine Wood Lidded Box in the Style of Uno Kristiansson

Sculptural Scandinavian Pine Wood Lidded Box in the Style of Uno Kristiansson

By Uno Kristiansson

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This sculptural Scandinavian lidded box is crafted from solid pine wood and features a striking architectural form reminiscent of the work of Uno Kristiansson and other mid-century S...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Pine

Cigarette Case black lines Art Deco style Salimbeni
Cigarette Case black lines Art Deco style Salimbeni

Cigarette Case black lines Art Deco style Salimbeni

By Cartier, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Rectangular pocket cigarette case with long rounded sides in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fire-enamelled stripes. With button and spring opening. Measurements cm. 10.3 x 5.8 ...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Sterling Silver Gold-Plated Pill Box with Buccioni Miniature, Louis XVI Style
Sterling Silver Gold-Plated Pill Box with Buccioni Miniature, Louis XVI Style

Sterling Silver Gold-Plated Pill Box with Buccioni Miniature, Louis XVI Style

By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Octagonal pill box in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with a hand-painted miniature with fired enamel by the painter Romano Buccioni in Louis XVI style from the second half of ...

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1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

18th Century, Heavily Carved Bone Inset & Iron Mounted Spanish Vargueno
18th Century, Heavily Carved Bone Inset & Iron Mounted Spanish Vargueno

18th Century, Heavily Carved Bone Inset & Iron Mounted Spanish Vargueno

Located in Atlanta, GA

Spanish, 18th century or earlier. An 18th century Spanish bargueno or vargueno traveling desk, used for storing documents, jewels, or sewing box. The six drawer chest is inset with ...

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18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

English Wedgwood Basalt Jasperware Scallop Seashell Box, circa 1980s
English Wedgwood Basalt Jasperware Scallop Seashell Box, circa 1980s

English Wedgwood Basalt Jasperware Scallop Seashell Box, circa 1980s

By Wedgwood

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful special edition English Wedgwood black basalt Jasperware small oval box with gold scallop seashell design, circa late-20th century, 1980s, England. Piece is matte black stoneware with gold scallop seashell design on top lid. The box was created in the mid-1980s as a special edition for members of the Wedgwood Collectors Society, marked on inside lid area in gold (as shown.) Markers mark 'Wedgwood', 'Made in England', on bottom as shown. Piece can neatly hold a cocktail ring or other small items, etc., or just be beautiful as a standalone piece decorative object. English wood box...

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Late 20th Century English Decorative Boxes

Materials

Stoneware

Champlevé Enamel & Double Sided Agate Snuff Box / Bonbonnière, France c. 1880
Champlevé Enamel & Double Sided Agate Snuff Box / Bonbonnière, France c. 1880

Champlevé Enamel & Double Sided Agate Snuff Box / Bonbonnière, France c. 1880

Located in London, GB

A beautiful quality double sided 19th century French gilt metal, champlevé enamel and banded agate snuff box, bonbonnière, or possibly a pill box, made c. 1880. The trinket box or t...

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1880s French Victorian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Agate, Metal, Enamel

Antique Austrian Sterling Silver and Guilloche Enamel Pill Box, circa 1900
Antique Austrian Sterling Silver and Guilloche Enamel Pill Box, circa 1900

Antique Austrian Sterling Silver and Guilloche Enamel Pill Box, circa 1900

Located in Bath, GB

An absolutely stunning large antique Viennese sterling silver pill box made from a hefty gauge of Austrian silver. All sides are decorated with a white guilloche enamel showcasing...

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1890s Austrian Late Victorian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Mid 19th Century Studded Leather Table Coffret from France
Mid 19th Century Studded Leather Table Coffret from France

Mid 19th Century Studded Leather Table Coffret from France

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… This small leather table coffret from France dates to the mid-1800s. The leather is affixed by numerous nailheads, with some arranged in geometrical p...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Animal Skin, Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Wood

Hollywood Regency Rope and Tassel Gilt Filigree Tissue Box Holder with Claw Feet
Hollywood Regency Rope and Tassel Gilt Filigree Tissue Box Holder with Claw Feet

Hollywood Regency Rope and Tassel Gilt Filigree Tissue Box Holder with Claw Feet

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Hollywood Regency Gilt Brass Tissue Box Holder with Tassel & Filigree, Italian Rococo Style, c. 1960s Bring vintage glamour to your space with this exquisite Hollywood Regency gilt brass tissue box holder, crafted in the ornate Italian Rococo style of the 1960s. A rare and luxurious decorative accessory, this pierced filigree tissue holder evokes the elegance of Stylebuilt and Matson vanity pieces, blending mid-century modern flair with classical Baroque detailing. Expertly constructed from gilt brass with an intricate openwork design, the surface features a reticulated filigree pattern enhanced by a regal ribbon and tassel motif. The elevated braided rim and bold lion claw feet lend it a refined, sculptural presence—perfect for accenting vanities, powder rooms, or any Hollywood Regency interior. Finished in radiant gold ormolu, the box boasts a beautiful vintage patina that speaks to its timeless charm and collectible value. The top lifts easily and fits securely, making it both functional and visually striking. Key Features: * Origin: Likely Italy, circa 1960s * Style: Hollywood Regency, Italian Rococo, Mid-Century Glam * Material: Gilt brass with pierced filigree and ormolu finish * Motifs: Ribbon and tassel front, braided edge, lion paw feet * Dimensions: 3.25” H x 6” D x 11” W * Condition: Excellent vintage condition; no dents or dings, with light, age-appropriate patina inside lining. A standout piece for traditional, eclectic, or vintage-inspired decor, this vintage tissue box holder is a glamorous fusion of function and artistry—ideal for collectors of ornate vanity accessories or lovers of Hollywood Regency decor. Keywords: Hollywood Regency brass box, vintage ormolu tissue box, gold filigree tissue box holder, rope and tassel design, Stylebuilt Matson style, mid-century glam decor, vintage bathroom accessory, Regency Modern gold tissue box...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Fred & Marilyn Buss Redwood Burl Box with Sliding Lid
Fred & Marilyn Buss Redwood Burl Box with Sliding Lid

Fred & Marilyn Buss Redwood Burl Box with Sliding Lid

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage carved wood box features Modernist abstract organic form and striking choice of solid wood. Asymmetrically sculpted box is covered with a rounded lid, lined with felt fabric ...

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20th Century American Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Burl

Italian Green Marble Lidded Bonbonnière with Brass Mounts, Early 20th Century
Italian Green Marble Lidded Bonbonnière with Brass Mounts, Early 20th Century

Italian Green Marble Lidded Bonbonnière with Brass Mounts, Early 20th Century

Located in Hamburg, DE

This exquisite lidded bonbonnière was crafted in Italy during the first half of the 20th century and showcases the elegance of fine materials and skilled craftsmanship. Made from a f...

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1920s Italian Empire Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Antique Japanese Meiji Art Nouveau Silver Box with Iris Flowers
Antique Japanese Meiji Art Nouveau Silver Box with Iris Flowers

Antique Japanese Meiji Art Nouveau Silver Box with Iris Flowers

Located in New York, NY

English Victorian Classical sterling silver cann, 1864. Baluster bowl with leaf-capped double-scroll handle and raised and beaded foot. Four scroll frames with leaf and bead surround...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau Owl Repoussé Box with Moonstones by Alfred Daguet
Art Nouveau Owl Repoussé Box with Moonstones by Alfred Daguet

Art Nouveau Owl Repoussé Box with Moonstones by Alfred Daguet

By Alfred Daguet

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This piece features dozens semi-precious moonstones. Alfred Louis Achille DAGUET (1875 - 1942) was a metalsmith active in Paris during the first part of the 20th century. His metalw...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Zinc

Vintage Wooden Trinket Box
Vintage Wooden Trinket Box

Vintage Wooden Trinket Box

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Small Walnut trinket box lined with felt. Original felt on the bottom. Shown with life size hand model for scale. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940-1970. ...

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Early 20th Century North American Industrial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Felt, Wood

19th Century French Polished Cast Iron Safe with Key and Two-Letter Combination
19th Century French Polished Cast Iron Safe with Key and Two-Letter Combination

19th Century French Polished Cast Iron Safe with Key and Two-Letter Combination

Located in Dallas, TX

Keep your jewelry and important documents locked up in this elegant, antique safe from the Champagne-Ardenne region of France. Crafted circa 1880, and built in cast iron, this heavy ...

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Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large Repoussé Chest Coal Fireplace Brass Wood Early 20th Century
Large Repoussé Chest Coal Fireplace Brass Wood Early 20th Century

Large Repoussé Chest Coal Fireplace Brass Wood Early 20th Century

Located in Poperinge, BE

Large old repoussé chest made of pine wood and clad in brass. The chest features detailed relief images, depicting an old scene from daily life surrounded by trees and floral decorat...

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1920s Belgian Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Duparquet DH&M Copper Sugar Candy Jam Sauce Pot Pan w Spout 12"
Antique Duparquet DH&M Copper Sugar Candy Jam Sauce Pot Pan w Spout 12"

Antique Duparquet DH&M Copper Sugar Candy Jam Sauce Pot Pan w Spout 12"

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid 19th to early 20th century copper patisserie / sugar / candy making / jam pot by Duparquet, Huot & Moneuse Co. Round copper pan with slightly tapered base, triangular pour spout ...

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Early 1900s Bauhaus Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Copper

Large French Limoges Porcelain Rectangular Orange Gilt Box
Large French Limoges Porcelain Rectangular Orange Gilt Box

Large French Limoges Porcelain Rectangular Orange Gilt Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

As found in Paris, an impressive Limoges hand painted box. The colors on this box are fantastic, the orange is painted what we would describe as Hermes orange. The gold gilt certainl...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold, Brass

Chinese Red Lacquered Box With Brass Mounts, Mid 20th Century
Chinese Red Lacquered Box With Brass Mounts, Mid 20th Century

Chinese Red Lacquered Box With Brass Mounts, Mid 20th Century

Located in Stamford, CT

Chinese red and black lacquered box with fine brass mounts in the Chinese Export style. Lovely color. A refined and classic decorative box, beautiful craftsmanship. 20 wide 14 deep ...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

18th century inlaid mahogany Georgian knife box
18th century inlaid mahogany Georgian knife box

18th century inlaid mahogany Georgian knife box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

18th century inlaid mahogany Georgian serpentine knife box circa 1790 Good quality decorative box, serpentine fronted and an inlaid with a shell patera to the hinged lid. Many other...

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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mahogany

Late 19th Century Lidded Onyx box with Bronze Dog
Late 19th Century Lidded Onyx box with Bronze Dog

Late 19th Century Lidded Onyx box with Bronze Dog

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

An antique decorative lidded box with a bronze dog. The base made of wood, with onyx paneled against it, which is framed with floral ornate copper rims. The...

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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Onyx, Brass, Copper

TIFFANY & CO. 1889 Art+Craft Round Box In Hammered .925 Sterling Silver
TIFFANY & CO. 1889 Art+Craft Round Box In Hammered .925 Sterling Silver

TIFFANY & CO. 1889 Art+Craft Round Box In Hammered .925 Sterling Silver

By Edward C. Moore, Tiffany & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

Hammered round box designed by Tiffany & Co. This is a gorgeous round box created in 1888 at the Tiffany & Co. in New York City. This rare box was carefully crafted in solid...

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1880s American Arts and Crafts Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Cobalt Blue Royal Limoges France 22-Karat Gold Trinket Box
Vintage Cobalt Blue Royal Limoges France 22-Karat Gold Trinket Box

Vintage Cobalt Blue Royal Limoges France 22-Karat Gold Trinket Box

By Limoges

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Elegant vintage round Limoges 22-karat gold trinket jewelry box. French vintage Limoges trinket box in cobalt royal blue with fine gold decor. Marked...

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Large Murano 24k Gold On Black Glass Rectangular Box, Contemporary
Large Murano 24k Gold On Black Glass Rectangular Box, Contemporary

Large Murano 24k Gold On Black Glass Rectangular Box, Contemporary

Located in Westport, CT

One of a kind Murano handcrafted large rectangular shaped clear blown glass box with floating 24k gold on black orb center creating a beautiful sculptural bronze color, each box wi...

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2010s Italian Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Murano Glass

A shell and carved wooden box in the style of Alexandre Noll, France, 1950s
A shell and carved wooden box in the style of Alexandre Noll, France, 1950s

A shell and carved wooden box in the style of Alexandre Noll, France, 1950s

By Alexandre Noll

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

Hand-carved wooden box, attributed to Alexandre Noll, France, 1950s. Made from high-quality dark wood, it features sleek, organic lines. Its unique lid is a genuine polished shell, r...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Giant Hand Blown Murano Glass Box in Ruby with Brass Fittings
Giant Hand Blown Murano Glass Box in Ruby with Brass Fittings

Giant Hand Blown Murano Glass Box in Ruby with Brass Fittings

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Discover the epitome of elegance with this exquisite Murano glass box, meticulously crafted in Murano, Italy. Available in both large and giant sizes, this box exudes sophistication ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Fornasetti Enamel Metal Mahogany Box
Fornasetti Enamel Metal Mahogany Box

Fornasetti Enamel Metal Mahogany Box

By Fornasetti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage decorative matches box with enamel metal portraying a hot air balloon and mahogany wood insert / designed by Piero Fornasetti, made in Italy in the 1960s Length: 4.5 inches /...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Faux Book / Tome Gilt Tooled Leather & Bronze Table Box 'Old English Homes'
Faux Book / Tome Gilt Tooled Leather & Bronze Table Box 'Old English Homes'

Faux Book / Tome Gilt Tooled Leather & Bronze Table Box 'Old English Homes'

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Faux Book / Tome Gilt Tooled Leather & Bronze Table Box 'Old English Homes' This exquisite faux book or tome box is a remarkable piece of decorative art, blending meticulous crafts...

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Late 20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Fabergé Branded Enamel Egg, Love Trophies Design, Late 20th Century.
Fabergé Branded Enamel Egg, Love Trophies Design, Late 20th Century.

Fabergé Branded Enamel Egg, Love Trophies Design, Late 20th Century.

By Fabergé

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This finely crafted Fabergé-branded decorative egg is a luxurious late 20th-century work inspired by the celebrated Imperial “Love Trophies” Easter Egg. Executed in a refined Louis X...

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20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

French Tantalus Drinks Box, Faux Books w Hidden Whisky, Gin, Cognac Glass Flasks
French Tantalus Drinks Box, Faux Books w Hidden Whisky, Gin, Cognac Glass Flasks

French Tantalus Drinks Box, Faux Books w Hidden Whisky, Gin, Cognac Glass Flasks

Located in Lisse, NL

Unique four-leather-books-design liquor tantalus with hidden decanters. If you are looking for the most interesting and worldly gift for yourself, a friend or a loved one then this cool antique...

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Mid-20th Century French Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Blown Glass, Paper

Vintage Hammered Floral Metal Box
Vintage Hammered Floral Metal Box

Vintage Hammered Floral Metal Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite vintage metal box showcases the dramatic artistry of traditional repoussé, featuring intricate high-relief floral and acanthus leaf scrollwork that wraps around every ...

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Late 20th Century Mexican Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century English Barrel Shaped Wall Mounted Salt Box
19th Century English Barrel Shaped Wall Mounted Salt Box

19th Century English Barrel Shaped Wall Mounted Salt Box

Located in Delft, NL

19th century English barrel shaped wall-mounted salt box A 19th century English curved wood wall-mounted salt box/ jar in light colored wood and mahogany strips, 1830-1850 The l...

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19th Century English Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Collection of Three 19thc Original Painted Pantry Boxes -3
Collection of Three 19thc Original Painted Pantry Boxes -3

Collection of Three 19thc Original Painted Pantry Boxes -3

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This group of three original painted 19thc pantry boxes are in fine condition and two have dark blue paint and other is dark green paint. Sold as a collection of three. All pantry bo...

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19th Century American Folk Art Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique 1920s Durham Duplex Straight Razor French Ivory Celluloid
Antique 1920s Durham Duplex Straight Razor French Ivory Celluloid

Antique 1920s Durham Duplex Straight Razor French Ivory Celluloid

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Antique 1920s Durham Duplex straight razor and shoe horn French ivory celluloid. Shaver measures 1" high x 6" wide x 2" deep. Shoe horn measures 7...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bakelite

Late 19th Century Brass and Copper Strapped Box
Late 19th Century Brass and Copper Strapped Box

Late 19th Century Brass and Copper Strapped Box

Located in High Point, NC

Late 19th century brass box from England. The box is in the form of a travel trunk with a domed lid and applied brass straps, which are meant to appear like a leather trunk, which w...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Copper

Moroccan Moorish Middle Eastern Large Inlaid Wood Micro Mosaic Jewelry Box
Moroccan Moorish Middle Eastern Large Inlaid Wood Micro Mosaic Jewelry Box

Moroccan Moorish Middle Eastern Large Inlaid Wood Micro Mosaic Jewelry Box

Located in Studio City, CA

Stunning mosaic design, this intricate wood box is made from multiple micro pieces of wood with some possible bone inlays. Gorgeous craftsmanship. A true work of art. Would be a ...

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20th Century Moorish Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Large Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble & Brass Box 1970s
Large Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble & Brass Box 1970s

Large Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble & Brass Box 1970s

By Maitland Smith

Located in Benalmadena, ES

This substantial decorative box, produced by the renowned Maitland Smith in the 1970s, is a prime example of high-end Post-Modern craftsmanship. The exterior features a meticulous te...

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1970s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Marble, Brass

Scatola decorativa Italiana in Bambù e Ottone 1960s
Scatola decorativa Italiana in Bambù e Ottone 1960s

Scatola decorativa Italiana in Bambù e Ottone 1960s

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Particolare Scatola Decorativa in bambù intrecciato e Ottone design Italiano 1960.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Chinese Celadon Lacquer Peach Box, 19th Century
Chinese Celadon Lacquer Peach Box, 19th Century

Chinese Celadon Lacquer Peach Box, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

This small presentation box from the late Qing dynasty (1644-1911) is cloaked in a rare shade of celadon-teal lacquer, an unusual color we've never seen in our years of collecting. T...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Fabergé Guilloché Enamel Case
Fabergé Guilloché Enamel Case

Fabergé Guilloché Enamel Case

By Fabergé

Located in New Orleans, LA

Guilloché Enamel Case Fabergé Circa 1910 This elegant guilloché enamel case by the House of Fabergé exemplifies the elegance and technical mastery of Imperial Russian objets de vert...

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Early 20th Century Russian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

18th Century French Normandy Carved & Painted "Coffre de Mariage" Wedding Trunk
18th Century French Normandy Carved & Painted "Coffre de Mariage" Wedding Trunk

18th Century French Normandy Carved & Painted "Coffre de Mariage" Wedding Trunk

Located in Dallas, TX

This beautifully executed antique wedding trunk was crafted in Normandy, France, circa 1780, and exemplifies the traditional coffre de mariage once given to brides to hold linens, pe...

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Late 18th Century French Country Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Paint

Onyx Box, Decorative, or Jewelry Bo Brown, Made in Italy, circa 1970
Onyx Box, Decorative, or Jewelry Bo Brown, Made in Italy, circa 1970

Onyx Box, Decorative, or Jewelry Bo Brown, Made in Italy, circa 1970

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Box in onyx, in a brown color. It is a decorative or jewelry box, made in Italy, circa 1970.

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1970s Italian Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Onyx

Vintage Monogrammed Carved Bead Trim Box
Vintage Monogrammed Carved Bead Trim Box

Vintage Monogrammed Carved Bead Trim Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This handsome antique wooden box is a refined example of Victorian-era craftsmanship, blending functional utility with intricate folk-art detail. Meticulously carved from a rich, dark-stained hardwood, the case features a sophisticated octagonal design on the lid, framed by a continuous border of hand-carved bead-and-reel trim. Centered on the cover is an ornate, hand-engraved metal shield bearing a scrolling script monogram, adding a layer of storied history and personalized charm to the piece. Its deep, warm finish and architectural lines make it a masculine yet elegant addition to a traditional library, executive desktop, or a curated shelf of curiosities. Ideally suited for safeguarding small treasures such as cufflinks, vintage stamps, or heirloom jewelry, this versatile case measures 5.75" wide, 4.25" deep, and 2" tall. The interior reveals a clean, natural wood finish, while the exterior has acquired a deep, lustrous patina over more than a century of use. It remains in great antique condition, showing minor surface scuffs and gentle smoothing to the carved edges that serve as a testament to its long history. This piece is a sophisticated find for any collector of antique treenware...

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Early 20th Century British Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Vintage Chinese Red and Gold Carved Handled Box
Vintage Chinese Red and Gold Carved Handled Box

Vintage Chinese Red and Gold Carved Handled Box

Located in Queens, NY

"Vintage Chinese red and gold painted decorative wooden box with a metal latch and band around the base and an ornately carved handle featuring a ...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Large Decorative or Jewelry Box, in Wood, England, 19th Century
Large Decorative or Jewelry Box, in Wood, England, 19th Century

Large Decorative or Jewelry Box, in Wood, England, 19th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This large box is a jewelry box or a decorative box. It was made in the 19th century, in England, Period. Its lid is made in wood, brown in color. Holding several compartments.

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19th Century English Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Anglo-Indian Silver-Plated Figural Stag Covered Box, British Raj Period
Antique Anglo-Indian Silver-Plated Figural Stag Covered Box, British Raj Period

Antique Anglo-Indian Silver-Plated Figural Stag Covered Box, British Raj Period

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Antique Anglo-Indian Silver-Plated Figural Stag Covered Box, British Raj Period This elegant Anglo-Indian silver-plated covered box is modeled as a reclining stag and crafted in two...

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Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Italian Cigar Case in Leather and Solid Signed Silver, Italy 1960s
Italian Cigar Case in Leather and Solid Signed Silver, Italy 1960s

Italian Cigar Case in Leather and Solid Signed Silver, Italy 1960s

Located in Roma, IT

Beautiful four-seater cigar case in leather with a stunning 925 silver decorated accent. The cigar case was made in Florence around 1950s.

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1960s Italian Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Silver

Rectangular Art Deco Green Shagreen Box w/Oval Malachite Stone Centered on Lid
Rectangular Art Deco Green Shagreen Box w/Oval Malachite Stone Centered on Lid

Rectangular Art Deco Green Shagreen Box w/Oval Malachite Stone Centered on Lid

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Art Deco green stained shagreen, over cedar, the slightly domed top with a centered oval malachite disk. The box is covered with shagreen on all sides including the bottom.

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shagreen, Wood

18th c. Coromandel Travel Writing Slope
18th c. Coromandel Travel Writing Slope

18th c. Coromandel Travel Writing Slope

Located in Greenwich, CT

Very fine 18th century Indian Macassar Ebony traveling writing box with Tutenag metal hardware, the vividly grained case with rare alloy trim, the rectangular form opening to make a ...

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Late 18th Century Indian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Hardwood

Inlaid Table Cabinet
Inlaid Table Cabinet

Inlaid Table Cabinet

Located in Bradenton, FL

Inlaid table cabinet with six compartments and two handles. This is a beautifully decorated crafted box reflecting the craftsmanship and cultural influences of Goa during the colonia...

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19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Antique, New and Vintage Decorative Boxes

Antique, vintage and new decorative boxes will safely store items while adding a splash of color or texture to a corner in any room. They have had a range of purposes over the years — from trinkets to serving as useful receptacles, such as snuff boxes, jewelry boxes and more. Boxes have also been designed in a range of forms and styles.

Box making is a craft dating back thousands of years. Early boxes as decorative objects were regularly designed and decorated both inside and out, ranging from minimal looks to more flashy styles. Decorative boxes have been constructed from different materials, with wood and metal being the most common. Wood is widely available and versatile, with woodworkers able to carve complex designs or showcase its natural grain.

Some antique jewelry boxes were made with tortoiseshell, mother-of-pearl, ivory and even porcupine quills, such as those created by the Anishinabe in Canada and the United States. In Sri Lanka, well-crafted boxes were inlaid with porcupine quills and ivory discs between ebony bands. Chinese sewing boxes and tea boxes made of black lacquer were popular in Europe during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. These often featured gold-painted designs or landscape scenes. Silk, paper and velvet frequently enhanced these boxes’ interiors.

Any style of decorative box can be a nice tabletop or desktop decor, whether to hold candy or tea in the living room or paper, pencils and other business supplies in the office. They can also act as jewelry boxes. Sewing boxes can be a lovely touch to any space while storing magazines or other trinkets.

You can find metal, wood and silver antique boxes on 1stDibs. The collection includes mid-century modern, Victorian and Art Deco styles that can add elegance to any home.