Decorative Boxes
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Hardwood
1960s European Vintage Decorative Boxes
Stone, Metal
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Bone, Shagreen, Wood
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Early 20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Decorative Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Tortoise Shell, Mirror, Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Pottery
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Stone, Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Pewter
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Unknown Rococo Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Formica
1920s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Bronze
1910s Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Decorative Boxes
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Leather, Walnut
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Metal
1960s French Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
1960s Romanian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Softwood
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes
Copper, Enamel
Early 20th Century French Renaissance Revival Decorative Boxes
Metal
1960s Italian Other Vintage Decorative Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century Russian Agra Decorative Boxes
Lacquer, Paint
1920s Austrian Vintage Decorative Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Burmese Other Decorative Boxes
Lacquer
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Boxes
Enamel, Steel
1920s French Vintage Decorative Boxes
Tin
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Silver
Early 20th Century Danish French Provincial Decorative Boxes
Tin
1920s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Decorative Boxes
Sheet Metal
1960s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Pewter
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Marble, Bronze
1920s Italian Futurist Vintage Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes
Bamboo, Rattan
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
1960s European Vintage Decorative Boxes
Aluminum
1920s French Empire Vintage Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Early 1900s Antique Decorative Boxes
Crystal
Early 20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Enamel, Bronze
1910s Edwardian Vintage Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Country Decorative Boxes
Bentwood, Pine
1960s Italian Baroque Vintage Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
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.