Decorative Boxes

Hand carved clear crystal and patinated golden bronze clinex-holder. Each object is handcrafted and the care for every detail makes each item unique in its kind. The style of this Kl...

Embriachi workshop marquetry casket Northern Italy, 15th century Alla certosina inlays (bone, stained bone, pewter and wood) H 28.2 x W 18 x D 14 cm This beautiful casket of rectangular form is richly decorated with the characteristic geometric patterns of the Embriachi style. The intricate geometric patterns are fashioned by juxtaposing lighter and darker pieces of wood, (colored) bone, horn and pewter. The lid and base are framed by a broad band of horn. When ivory became scarce in Europe due to disrupted trade routes, bone was substituted. The attention to Symmetry and balance created an harmonious visual effect Enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal of the casket. The application of geometrical motifs is in Italy known as marquetry ‘alla Certosina’, named after the Certosina Church in Pavia with its famous altarpiece decorated in this way. This is ‘intarsia technique’, a term derived from the Arabic 'tarsi', which means ‘incrustation' recalling ancient mosaics made from various materials. These geometric elements not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of the caskets but also demonstrate the versatility and skill of the artisans in creating multifaceted works of art. ‘Alla Certosina’ became famous through the Northern Italian Embriachi family who achieved a particularly high standard in working in this technique. Venice in particular was known for the production of these luxurious boxes. The caskets, hexagonal or rectangular, surmounted by a lid decorated in several registers constitute the secular, albeit equally renowned component of the workshop’s production, in addition to mirror frames and various everyday objects. The method of fabrication of those objects was based on two concepts that underlay pre-industrial production: standardization and modularity, thanks to a distribution of skills according to the different phases of fabrication. even the realization of the marquetry motifs (in the form of ingots from which portions of the desired size were cut) were therefore entrusted to various specialized craftsmen, as were the assembly phase. Today better known thanks to the extensive research work recently carried out by Michele Tomasi, this workshop owes its name to its founder and owner, the Florentine Baldassare Ubriachi (or degli Embriachi), a merchant and banker established in the Tuscan capital before he settled in Venice in 1395. Together with sculptor Giovanni di Jacopo, who directed the workshop, from the last years of the fourteenth century, Baldassare oversaw a production that was truly original, and still easily recognizable today, comprising monumental altarpieces and various objects, primarily triptychs and caskets. The precise location of the workshop is unknown, except that it originated in Florence and in ca. 1431 there was apparently a workshop in Venice, in the area of S Luca. They employed local workers specializing in 'certosina' (inlay of stained woods, bone and horn), and the workshop produced items carved in bone (usually horse or ox) with wood and bone marquetry. The geometric decoration of Embriachi caskets reflects the artistic complexity and attention to detail that characterized their work. this inlaid casket is a testament to the skill and artistry of the Embriachi family and serves as a stunning example of the decorative arts of the late Middle Ages. Related Literature : E. Berger, Prunk-Kassetten: Europäischen Meisterwerke aus acht Jahrhunderten / Ornamental Caskets...

Complete with Candle Sticks and Reading Rail  From our Writing Box collection, we are pleased to offer this Georgian Military Campaign Mahogany Writing Box...

In Cubisme, abstracted forms are remodeled with concrete simplicity into decorative pieces for the home. Meticulously crafted from finely textured earthenware and finished in contras...

There is a fantastical quality to this casket lockbox with its dramatic presentation. It has brass rings with lions' (or wolves) heads and a latch/escutcheon. The size and complexity of the latch suggest that it was designed to keep prying hands away. But it has a very interesting look that many people will like. The style and appearance suggest Continental origins, and appraisers say it was produced in the 18th century or earlier. The baroque casket...

A wonderful antique Scandinavian or Dutch silver marriage box. It is crafted in sterling silver, late 18th century and is designed as a hinged, shaped...

This beautiful and very handsome William and Mary Style lace box was designed from old oak timber and then sympathetically covered in an olive oyster veneer...

Portuguese Rosewood Baroque Chest, Circa 1830 Suited for Jewelry, Occasional Storage, or Decorative Use Sourced by Martyn Lawrence Bullard from Lisbon, Portugal

A Rare 17th-Century Charles II Carved Oak Writing or Desk Box, Circa 1660. England. The box opens on the original butterfly hinges to reveal a fitted interior of three oak-lined dra...

An exceptional, fine and rare antique Charles II English silver counter box; an addition to our 17th century collection. This exceptional and rare antique Charles II silver counter ...

Part of the Tellux Sibilla Collection, this box is a precious piece crafted by hand where to gather precious pens within a soft Alcantara-lined nest. Inlays of rosewood, Bolivar, ash...

A gem of fine porcelain inspired by the symbolic, animal-dedicated decorations gracing nobles' cups in the 18th century, this round box from the Totem Collection praises the cat's ar...

This important German porcelain box exhibits delightful artistry and craftsmanship. Its hand-painted wild game scene celebrates the natural world,...

This one of a kind piece by Catie Curry, a Brooklyn based ceramicist and interior designer, is part of her Book Box collection. The above listed piece is available for immediate purc...

Signed and dated by artist on underside. From architectural follies of the eighteenth-century to crystalline rock formations, Thomas Engelhart translates the angles and polished su...

Fine handcut crystal grand Lauderlale perfume flacon. Materials: Fine handcut crystal Dimensions: D 11 x W 11 x H 32.5 cm Weight: 3.16 kg. Reflections Copenhagen, a collection...

A Rare and Important 17th Century Miniature Japanese Lacquer Cabinet, 19 cm H, 17cm W, 16.5cm D. The exquisitely decorated cabinet depicts fine floral raised scenes to each side. l...

Part of the Totem Collection, the eclectic and sophisticated decoration of this box is inspired by nature in the style of 18th-century luxury home decor. Vivid colors and striking pa...

The top board bearing marquetry-inlaid initials ‘MA’, the slope with further marquetry-inlaid flowers and meandering foliage, enclosing an interior with a shelf, the end boards boldl...

Decorative Tray 60s by Ruda Studio Dimensions: D 33 x W 45 x H 3,5 cm. Materials: MDF, painted rye straw and brass. Weight: 3 kg. Available in individuals colors. Please contact us....

The body of this elegant box is entirely hand-crafted in a blue colored crystal while its lid is hand-manufactured in yellow colored crystal with a blue knob on its top adding an acc...

Decorative Box 02 by Ruda Studio Dimensions: D 12 x W 12 x H 9,5 cm. Materials: MDF, painted rye straw and brass. Weight: 2 kg. Available in individuals colors. Please contact us. ...

Decorative Box 01 by Ruda Studio Dimensions: D 20 x W 20 x H 10,5 cm. Materials: MDF, painted rye straw and brass. Weight: 3 kg. Available in individuals colors. Please contact us. ...

An Extremely Rare Charles II Confit Box Made, Most Probably, in London circa 1670, Maker's Mark of M With a Crown Above This very rare piece is circular in form and plain in design ...

A Swedish Baroque box with original ironwork, key and big strong perfectly working lock dated (forged in the iron) 1752. This special shaped pine wood box, bought in the region of "...

This is an antique mail carriage strong box. An English, oak security chest, dating to the early Georgian period, circa 1720. Fascinating George I lock b...

Handcrafted with a wooden structure covered entirely in soft gray suede, this box can be used for storing jewelry or precious objects while the removable lid, embellished with a Brow...

Hand Wrought Lock Box. Beautiful patina. Painted inside with date, which is after the original creation date. Box W 13.25 x D 10 x H 10 in. Key L 4 in.

English George III triple tea caddy with untouched patina colour and original brassware standing on ogee feet with 3 section interior.

An homage to the iconic museum, this ceramic vessel creates a pop of color and invokes a sense of NYC nostalgia. It can be used as a vase, a penholder, or a decorative accent for any...

An authentic work of art sporting playful anthropomorphic traits, this ceramic design is a romantic synthesis of decorative and storage potential. Equipped with an inner unit to easily collect items...

Acrylic and shellac based inks on Ingres paper; book binding board Stamped by artist on underside A hand-constructed gothic spire created by two separate...

Whether for stowing keepsakes or hiding clutter, we never seem to have enough boxes in our home. These gorgeous objects become the focal point of any room and cherished objects in an...

An exquisite 18th-century rosewood box, adorned with brass mounts throughout, showcasing its exceptional quality and craftsmanship. The attention to detail in the woodwork and the br...

Kleenex brass rectangular box with captivating artistic lion feet. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this elegant accessory seamlessly blends functionality with aesthetics...

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Acrylic and shellac based inks on Ingres paper; book binding board Stamped by artist on underside A hand-constructed rectangular box with a pyramid capital atop the stepped, remova...

Crafted with meticulous attention to details and craftsmanship, this elegant and precious tissue box is an example of how Bronzetto creates precious objects by combining brass and b...

Its classic ball shape, sturdy handle, and spout make it perfect for serving wine or water of an elegant and sophisticated table setting. Made from high-quality hammered brass it has...

Pillbox, created by Taras Zheltyshev, is not just a box for medicines. According to the author, it is a modern lifestyle. Object consists of two sections connected by a magnetic att...

This incredible Louis XV-era étui is a work of skillful artistry. Crafted entirely of rose, green white and yellow gold, this stunning vessel bears an exceptionally intricate, classi...

Curiosity Box by Taras Yoom Limited Edition of 20 Dimensions: D 30 x H 30 cm Materials: Metal, plastic, acrylic. On a metal base there is a figure of on...

Unique hand-painted papier-mâché Document Box in a marbleized and speckled salmon, Coral, and beige design with complimenting tie ribbon. From architectural follies of the eighteenth-century to crystalline rock formations, Thomas Engelhart translates the angles and polished surfaces of ancient artifacts into hand-painted paper objects. A Charleston, South Carolina native, Engelhart began his career in fashion, studying at Studio Berçot in Paris in the 1990s. His intuitive eye and meticulous attention to detail were cultivated designing for famed houses such as Thierry Mugler and Hermès. “Paris gave me elegance, rigor, and an understanding of quality,” reflects the artist. By absorbing the French approach to fait à la main, Engelhart flourished upon his return to New York in 2017. Engelhart’s papered obelisks and pyramid boxes are the result of a passion for antique curiosities...

A fine 18th century satinwood and yew tea caddy, the oval burr panels figuring on all sides with boxwood banding and bone knob to the lid. Wonderful patination and remnants of silver...

Wonderful and rare 18th century Chinese goatskin parchment covered box with bronze escutcheon and mounts. Love to find a piece like this in original condition. Lined with blue patter...

In stock now - A gorgeous Kifu Paris decorative box in creme shagreen over a base of walnut, with brass, creme shagreen and white shell inlay lid. Expertly crafted in a celestial mot...

In stock now - A gorgeous decorative box in creme shagreen made R & Y Augousti, with brass inlay lid and white kabibi shell. Expertly crafted, this decorative box is a perfect access...

One of a kind Murano handcrafted medium square- shaped clear blown glass box with sommerso floating  frosted white orb center , customized sizing for each box with nickel on brass fi...

One of a kind Murano handcrafted medium rectangular shaped clear blown glass box with pulegoso floating colbalt blue orb center , customized sizing for each box with 14 k gold on bra...

Charming small Chest in Alder Root and elm. Made in ”Mälardalen” in Sweden during Swedish Rococo in the 1760s. The inside in painted wood with a drawer on the side. Perfect for jewel...

In stock now - A gorgeous Kifu Paris decorative box in black penshell over a base of walnut, with brass, creme & grey shagreen, and black mother of pearl inlay lid. Expertly crafted ...

One of a kind Murano handcrafted  rectangular-shaped clear blown box with floating clear pulegoso orb center, customized sizing for each box with nickel on brass fittings. Boxes are ...

Istanbul is a wooden box collection inspired by some of towns most iconic buildings: Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia and Bebek Mosque. Each item takes its name from these structures. The ...

In stock now - A gorgeous Kifu Paris decorative box in creme shagreen over a base of walnut, with brass, creme shagreen, black penshell, and white mother of pearl inlay lid. Expertly...

Acrylic and shellac based inks on Ingres paper; book binding board Stamped by the artist on underside A rectangular hand-constructed spire comprised of two components. The base comp...

Early Japanese Lacquer Incense Box (Kogo) Late 17thc. Of rectangular form with soft corners, decorated with a diaper pattern in gold lacquer on a brownish black ground, with pewter r...

Expertly crafted, this luxurious holder is designed to hold your most important things, pens, watches and jewelry. This piece can be filled with treasures an...

Expertly crafted, this luxurious holder is designed to hold your most important things, pens, watches and jewelry. This piece can be filled with treasures an...