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Decorative Boxes For Sale
Vintage Moroccan Wood Inlay Box
Vintage Moroccan Wood Inlay Box

Vintage Moroccan Wood Inlay Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This stunning vintage box is a masterclass in the ancient art of Sadeli micro-inlay, reflecting the rich architectural and decorative traditions of Morocco. The lid and sides are met...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Other Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Baroque Model Tabernacle Chest With Fine Marquetry, Austrian-German, Ca 1760
Baroque Model Tabernacle Chest With Fine Marquetry, Austrian-German, Ca 1760

Baroque Model Tabernacle Chest With Fine Marquetry, Austrian-German, Ca 1760

Located in Vienna, AT

High-quality handcrafted miniature furniture, a detailed replica of a Baroque tabernacle secretary from the original period around 1760: Spruce wood body, veneered with walnut and nu...

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1760s Austrian Baroque Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Fruitwood, Oak, Walnut

African Tuareg Silver and Ebony Wood Jewelry Box 1950s
African Tuareg Silver and Ebony Wood Jewelry Box 1950s

African Tuareg Silver and Ebony Wood Jewelry Box 1950s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage African Tuareg Silver Outer Layer on Ebony Wood Jewelry Box. Rectangular form Islamic Tuareg Jewelry Box. Gorgeous Islamic jewelry treasure trink...

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Mid-20th Century Mauritanian Islamic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Mid 20th century German porcelain and bronze trinket box.
Mid 20th century German porcelain and bronze trinket box.

Mid 20th century German porcelain and bronze trinket box.

Located in Allentown, PA

This is a mid 20th century German handmade porcelain and bronze trinket box. The trinket box has a beautiful sage green base with delicate handmade ...

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1950s German Rococo Revival Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

A Fine Anglo Indian Coromandel Workbox
A Fine Anglo Indian Coromandel Workbox

A Fine Anglo Indian Coromandel Workbox

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A fine early 19th century coromandel work box with moulded front design and fitted interior containing a super collection of sea shells. Ivory registration number 8NEDUS4R.

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Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ivory, Wood

Sterling Silver Continental Pill or Patch Box
Sterling Silver Continental Pill or Patch Box

Sterling Silver Continental Pill or Patch Box

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a wonderful late 19th century sterling patch or pill box in the 17th/18th century style. The box is designed as an oval with a repousse lid depicting a farm yard vignette detailed with farm buildings, chickens and family life. The reverse is a simple polished sterling oval that has been hallmarked and bears the export mark "Germany". The box is in overall very good condition; the clasp is tight and no heavy wear is present. This silver piece would make an outstanding ring presentation box...

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Late 19th Century Rococo Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fine Japanese Lacquered Inro with Inlays by Kajikawa
Fine Japanese Lacquered Inro with Inlays by Kajikawa

Fine Japanese Lacquered Inro with Inlays by Kajikawa

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese four-case lacquer inro by a member of Kajikawa family circa 19th century (late Edo to early Meiji period). It depicts a nocturnal scenery of a meandering stream surrounded by bush clovers, where a full moon is reflected on the water. It was masterfully decorated in gold and silver maki-e using a combination of techniques including takamakie, togidashi and kirigane as well as aogai (abalone shell) inlays. The stream was set between the slightly elevated banks, adding to this piece a already strong three-dimensional composition. The interior was decorated in gold nashiji. It was signed on the bottom "Kajikawa Zou" (made by Kajikawa and a pot seal centered with "Ei" in Kanji. In one of the compartment, there is a katakana mark, appears to be a name, possibly the owner. Kajikawa clan was one of the most famous lacquer artisanal family established in the 17th century. Many well known members over the generations produced lacquer art in a wide range of formats, but two third were signed only with the family name such as this one. It is therefore not possible to pinpoint the exact author of this piece. Provenance: This inro was purchased as lot 349 in Christie's New York sale Japanese...

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19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell, Wood, Lacquer

Art Nouveau Sunflowers Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet
Art Nouveau Sunflowers Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

Art Nouveau Sunflowers Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

By Alfred Daguet

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. While standard parcel services are an option, the defau...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Steel, Copper, Enamel

Heart Shaped Shell Encrusted Box with Hinged Lid and Red lining
Heart Shaped Shell Encrusted Box with Hinged Lid and Red lining

Heart Shaped Shell Encrusted Box with Hinged Lid and Red lining

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A hand crafted Sea shell box in a heart shape. The box is hinged and opens with a brass chain to hold open. Lined in red felt. A great gift, wedding o...

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20th Century Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell, Felt, Wood

Italian Bronze Rectangular Portrait Jewelry/Vanity Box
Italian Bronze Rectangular Portrait Jewelry/Vanity Box

Italian Bronze Rectangular Portrait Jewelry/Vanity Box

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is an Italian bronze small rectangular jewelry/vanity portrait box. It depicts an embossed bronze lid decorated in the center with a hand painted 19th century round portrait of ...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Antique Silver Artist’s Paint Box by Harry Atkin Sheffield 1892
Antique Silver Artist’s Paint Box by Harry Atkin Sheffield 1892

Antique Silver Artist’s Paint Box by Harry Atkin Sheffield 1892

By J Aitkin & Son

Located in London, GB

A stunning Antique Silver Artist’s paint box by Harry Atkin, Date Sheffield 1892. A Rare Miniature travelling paint box in excellent condition. The silver on both the outside and the interior is in superb condition. Upon opening, the front cascades down to reveal two wells for water and perhaps mixing colours. The interior is well protected thanks to the interior gilding. The lid engraved “Lettice’s Paint Box”. Lettice is a traditional, English girl’s name most commonly found in the upper classes. The actual paints are not original but the current set of paints are a later acceptable replacement. The miniature brush was with it but not original and doubt it ever had one. Dimensions; W 5” x D 3 1/4” H 1 1/4" About the maker; Atkin Brothers business traces his origin to Thomas Law...

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Late 19th Century British Antique Decorative Boxes

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Silver

Very Large 19th Century Ormolu Mounted Sèvres Celeste Blue Ground Porcelain Box
Very Large 19th Century Ormolu Mounted Sèvres Celeste Blue Ground Porcelain Box

Very Large 19th Century Ormolu Mounted Sèvres Celeste Blue Ground Porcelain Box

Located in New York, NY

A Very Large 19th Century Ormolu Mounted Sèvres Celeste Blue Ground Porcelain Box with Watteau Scene Cartouches. This box consists of signature celeste blue ground of Sèvres porcela...

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1870s French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ormolu

Set of Four Golf-Themed Enamel Boxes – Halcyon Days & Limoges Collectibles
Set of Four Golf-Themed Enamel Boxes – Halcyon Days & Limoges Collectibles

Set of Four Golf-Themed Enamel Boxes – Halcyon Days & Limoges Collectibles

By Halcyon Days

Located in Morristown, NJ

Set of Four Golf-Themed Enamel Boxes – Halcyon Days & Limoges Collectibles This charming set of four golf-themed enamel boxes includes three English Halcyon Days pieces and one Limoges, France box, making it a perfect collection for golf enthusiasts and collectors of fine enamelware. Each piece is crafted with exquisite detailing and hand-painted designs celebrating golf's rich history and playful spirit. 1. Halcyon Days "William Innes & Blackheath Golf Club" Enamel Box Design: Features William Innes, a Member of Parliament and Captain of the Society of Golfers in 1778 at the Royal Blackheath Golf Club. Interior: The inside lid bears the inscription, referencing a painting by Lemuel Francis Abbot, along with a note about King James I introducing golf to England from Scotland in 1608. Exterior: Decorated with vintage golf illustrations, bordered by green and gold accents. Base: Marked Halcyon Days Enamels, England. Original box retained. 2. Halcyon Days "The Old Course, St. Andrews" Enamel Box Design: Features an elegant map of the Old Course at St. Andrews, the world’s most famous golf course. Interior: Inscribed with historical details about St. Andrews, including its role in the Open Championship and the founding of The Royal and Ancient Club House in 1854. Base: Marked Halcyon Days Enamels, England. Original box retained. 3. Halcyon Days "Golfing Teddy Bears" Enamel Box Design: A whimsical hand-painted scene of two teddy bears playing golf, one in a striped referee shirt and the other in red golf attire. Interior: Features a black-and-white illustration of a teddy bear holding a golf club. Base: Marked Halcyon Days Enamels, England. 4. Limoges "Lady Golfer" Hand-Painted Enamel Box Design: Features a female golfer in a classic plaid skirt and yellow sweater, preparing for a swing while her caddie watches nearby. Interior: Painted with a small golf ball on a tee. Backstamp: Marked "Limoges France - Peint Main" (Hand-Painted) with a golf club illustration. Set Features: ✔ Hand-Painted & Hand-Decorated ✔ Fine English & French Enamelware ✔ Historical & Whimsical Golf Themes ✔ Perfect for Collectors & Golf Lovers ✔ Excellent Condition – Includes Original Box for St. Andrews Piece This set celebrates the tradition, history, and charm of golf, making it a fantastic addition to any golf memorabilia collection or fine enamelware display. Dimensions: 2"dia x 1.25"h (Two larger Halcyon Days Boxes...

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Late 20th Century English Country Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Scottish Regency Mahogany Hinged Cellarette with Original Lead Liner, Circa 1810
Scottish Regency Mahogany Hinged Cellarette with Original Lead Liner, Circa 1810

Scottish Regency Mahogany Hinged Cellarette with Original Lead Liner, Circa 1810

Located in Charleston, SC

Scottish Regency mahogany hinged cellarette with foliage cartouche, gadrooned molded edge, original brass circular side handles, lead lined interior with stopper, and resting on carved foliage scrolled triangular feet...

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1810s Scottish Regency Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Lead

Late Qing Dynasty Wedding Box with Carved Handle, Animals and Foliage Motifs
Late Qing Dynasty Wedding Box with Carved Handle, Animals and Foliage Motifs

Late Qing Dynasty Wedding Box with Carved Handle, Animals and Foliage Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

A late Qing Dynasty period wedding box from the early 20th century, this piece exudes charm with its traditional design and intricate carvings. The box features an appealing hexagona...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

English ships or country house carved oak and steel bound strong box, circa 1840
English ships or country house carved oak and steel bound strong box, circa 1840

English ships or country house carved oak and steel bound strong box, circa 1840

Located in Central England, GB

A Rare Ships or Country House Carved Oak and Steel Bound Strong Box This fabulous and richly carved oak strong box most likely belonged to a 19th century ship’s captain and was used...

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19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Decorative Boxes

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Oak

French Bronze Metal Enamel Porcelain Portrait Vanity/ Jewelry Small Box
French Bronze Metal Enamel Porcelain Portrait Vanity/ Jewelry Small Box

French Bronze Metal Enamel Porcelain Portrait Vanity/ Jewelry Small Box

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This a French bronze metal enamel porcelain portrait vanity/jewelry oval box. It depicts a small oval shaped hinged lid that is decorated in the center with the portrait of Madame Re...

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20th Century French Belle Époque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Antique Burlwood Cigarette Case Box, Russian / European, Fabergé Style, 1900s
Antique Burlwood Cigarette Case Box, Russian / European, Fabergé Style, 1900s

Antique Burlwood Cigarette Case Box, Russian / European, Fabergé Style, 1900s

Located in San Diego, CA

A finely grained antique burlwood cigarette case or small presentation box, crafted in the Russian or Continental European tradition at the turn of the 20th century. The piece featur...

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Early 20th Century American Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Burl

Antique Austrian Gilt Bronze Table Box Circa 1900
Antique Austrian Gilt Bronze Table Box Circa 1900

Antique Austrian Gilt Bronze Table Box Circa 1900

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Beautiful gilt bronze table box, Austria, circa 1900. The Allegorical scene with engine turned details on the edge and sidesd resting on four small bronze button feet. Line in an emb...

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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette

By John Tongue

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver vinaigrette; an addition to our silver boxes collection This excepti...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Indonesian Madura Gilt Treasure Chest with Hand-Carved Details, 20th Century
Indonesian Madura Gilt Treasure Chest with Hand-Carved Details, 20th Century

Indonesian Madura Gilt Treasure Chest with Hand-Carved Details, 20th Century

Located in Yonkers, NY

This 20th century treasure chest with hand-carved details comes from Madura Island, Indonesia. This chest is made of a rectangular wood box mounted on a carved base featuring gilt fo...

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20th Century Indonesian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Rare English Edwardian Classical Sterling Silver Jeweled Box, 1908
Rare English Edwardian Classical Sterling Silver Jeweled Box, 1908

Rare English Edwardian Classical Sterling Silver Jeweled Box, 1908

By George Henry Cowell

Located in New York, NY

Rare Edwardian Classical sterling silver box. Made by George Henry Cowell in London in 1908. Rectangular with spread base and hinged cover. Cover top had beaded scrollwork mounted wi...

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver

Vintage Asian Octagonal Lacquer Box with Turtle Closure
Vintage Asian Octagonal Lacquer Box with Turtle Closure

Vintage Asian Octagonal Lacquer Box with Turtle Closure

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage Asian Octagonal Lacquer Box With Turtle Closure. Lovely 20th century Asian lacquer box with Greek key design and a metal turtle closure. Th...

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20th Century Asian Post-Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

TOP-HAT 1920 Antique Deco Hat In Silk With By The Brooks Brothers In Round Box
TOP-HAT 1920 Antique Deco Hat In Silk With By The Brooks Brothers In Round Box

TOP-HAT 1920 Antique Deco Hat In Silk With By The Brooks Brothers In Round Box

Located in Miami, FL

An antique Top-Hat designed by the Brooks Brothers. This is an antique black Top-Hat, retailed by the Brooks Brother Company in Madison Avenue, back in the 1920's. The hat is very w...

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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silk

„Caffeol Moretto Bricco“ Advertising Coffee Tin Box Can Vintage Italy
„Caffeol Moretto Bricco“ Advertising Coffee Tin Box Can Vintage Italy

„Caffeol Moretto Bricco“ Advertising Coffee Tin Box Can Vintage Italy

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A charming and highly collectible Italian coffee advertising storage tin, dating to the 1940s or earlier. This decorative canister features richly detailed coffee-themed imagery, evo...

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1940s Italian Folk Art Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Tin

Rustic Adirondack Style Hinged Wooden Box
Rustic Adirondack Style Hinged Wooden Box

Rustic Adirondack Style Hinged Wooden Box

Located in Queens, NY

Rustic Adirondack style burled wooden hinged box.

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Late 19th Century American Rustic Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Burl

Set of 2 Boxes in Grey Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Set of 2 Boxes in Grey Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

Set of 2 Boxes in Grey Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The “Peacock Box” set by R&Y Augousti is a true masterpiece of modern luxury, where organic form meets exceptional craftsmanship. The distinctive, fluid shapes of these boxes create ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Continental Silver Pineapple Box, circa 1900
Continental Silver Pineapple Box, circa 1900

Continental Silver Pineapple Box, circa 1900

Located in New York, NY

In a pineapple-shaped box.

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Early 1900s Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Aesthetic Movement Trinket Box, circa 1900
Aesthetic Movement Trinket Box, circa 1900

Aesthetic Movement Trinket Box, circa 1900

Located in Spencertown, NY

The box with scenes of lilliputian figures

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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

1970's Leather Boxe Signed Hermes Paris
1970's Leather Boxe Signed Hermes Paris

1970's Leather Boxe Signed Hermes Paris

By Hermès

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

Rare boxe in green leather designed by Maison Hermes Circa 1970's.

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1970s French Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather

Handpainted Crab Terrine by Michel Caugant for Herberstein, Portugal
Handpainted Crab Terrine by Michel Caugant for Herberstein, Portugal

Handpainted Crab Terrine by Michel Caugant for Herberstein, Portugal

By Michel Caugant

Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp

Handpainted crab terrine by Michel Caugant dating from the 1950s. Michel Caugant was the son of a French pâté maker, he designed terrines for his father's factory. The terrine was m...

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1950s French French Provincial Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Swedish Modern Pewter Jar
Swedish Modern Pewter Jar

Swedish Modern Pewter Jar

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Beautiful Swedish pewter jar in a smooth, round design with decorative stripes. Adorned with a stylized antelope on the top of the lid.

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pewter

Mid-century modern lucite and brass jewelry box, Italy 1970s
Mid-century modern lucite and brass jewelry box, Italy 1970s

Mid-century modern lucite and brass jewelry box, Italy 1970s

Located in Firenze, IT

Modernist lucite and brass box Italy 1970s brass, faux tortoiseshell lucite H 10 × 12 × 20 cm Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique English Vanity Box in Rosewood by Howell James & Co
Antique English Vanity Box in Rosewood by Howell James & Co

Antique English Vanity Box in Rosewood by Howell James & Co

Located in Northampton, GB

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Vanity box in rosewood by Howell, James & Co, dating to 1837 during the late Georgian period and the reign of William IV. The box is of rectangular form wit...

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Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Nils Fougstedt Pewter Box  for Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1986
Nils Fougstedt Pewter Box  for Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1986

Nils Fougstedt Pewter Box for Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1986

By Svenskt Tenn, Nils Fougstedt

Located in Stockholm, SE

Nils Fougstedt (1881-1954), Pewter Box for Firma Svenskt Tenn, 1986 This is an exquisite tin box adorned with intricate meadow flowers in relief. The delicate floral patterns bring ...

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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Post Modern Snake Skin and Parchment Box by R & Y Augousti Paris
Post Modern Snake Skin and Parchment Box by R & Y Augousti Paris

Post Modern Snake Skin and Parchment Box by R & Y Augousti Paris

By R & Y Augousti

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Open topped box wrapped in parchment and with a lid having an arched top and continuing down the short sides wrapped in snakeskin with conforming bone edges. Marked on the bottom R&Y...

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Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Animal Skin, Wood

White Marble Box with Malachite Inlay
White Marble Box with Malachite Inlay

White Marble Box with Malachite Inlay

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A stunning and substantial decorative box in the Mid-Century Italian style, carved from solid white marble and featuring a bold chevron inlay in vibrant green malachite. The crisp ge...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes

Materials

Malachite, Marble

Boulle Stationery Box by Leuchars & Sons
Boulle Stationery Box by Leuchars & Sons

Boulle Stationery Box by Leuchars & Sons

Located in Northampton, GB

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Boulle stationery box by Leuchars & Sons, dating to the late nineteenth century during the Victorian period, circa 1880. The box is of rectangular form with...

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Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Swirled Alabaster Lidded Box 60's Brown, Tan, Champagne, Black
Vintage Italian Swirled Alabaster Lidded Box 60's Brown, Tan, Champagne, Black

Vintage Italian Swirled Alabaster Lidded Box 60's Brown, Tan, Champagne, Black

Located in North Miami, FL

This gorgeous vintage Italian alabaster round lidded column box is from the 60's. Swirls of different abstractions of forms lay with multi colors of tan, champagne, off white, beige,...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

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Alabaster

20th Century Gabriella Crespi Decorative Box in Brass and Plexiglass '70s
20th Century Gabriella Crespi Decorative Box in Brass and Plexiglass '70s

20th Century Gabriella Crespi Decorative Box in Brass and Plexiglass '70s

By Gabriella Crespi

Located in Turin, Turin

Born in 1922, Gabriella Crespi studies architecture at the Politecnico in Milan, where her work is permeated by her perspective on Le Corbusier’s and Frank Lloyd Wright’s design expe...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

20th Century Antique Cast Iron Safe, Industrial Style, 50x33cm
20th Century Antique Cast Iron Safe, Industrial Style, 50x33cm

20th Century Antique Cast Iron Safe, Industrial Style, 50x33cm

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Antique Incombustible Cast Iron Safe Safe - Antique - Coffre-fort Measures : 50x33cm H:38cm Wear consistent with age and use : See Photos

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20th Century Industrial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Vintage "Day of the Dead" Miniature Mexican Diarama
Vintage "Day of the Dead" Miniature Mexican Diarama

Vintage "Day of the Dead" Miniature Mexican Diarama

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage "Day of the Dead" miniature Mexican diarama, circa 1970s. The box displays a scene skeletons in a bar playing pool; it is in very good vintage ...

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20th Century Mexican Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

19th Century Country English Victorian Oval Metal Hat Box
19th Century Country English Victorian Oval Metal Hat Box

19th Century Country English Victorian Oval Metal Hat Box

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Weathered late 19th century country English hat box featuring an oval form. Crafted from metal with a golden painted finish having an aged patina. The victorian era box is topped wit...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Sevres Style Porcelain Footed Dresser Box, circa 1920
Sevres Style Porcelain Footed Dresser Box, circa 1920

Sevres Style Porcelain Footed Dresser Box, circa 1920

Located in High Point, NC

Sevres style hand painted porcelain dresser box with hand applied ormolu mounts and feet. Wonderful condition.

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ormolu

Vintage Boho Faceted Burl Wood Lidded Box
Vintage Boho Faceted Burl Wood Lidded Box

Vintage Boho Faceted Burl Wood Lidded Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This sophisticated vintage faceted urn, handcrafted for Silvestri, is a stunning example of late 20th-century decorative art. Drawing inspiration from Art Deco and Hollywood Regency ...

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Late 20th Century Taiwanese Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Silver Swan Sugar Bowl
Silver Swan Sugar Bowl

Silver Swan Sugar Bowl

Located in New York, NY

Silver Swan Sugar Bowl. Italian neoclassical sterling silver lidded sugar bowl with swan/goose finial and lion head ring handles. Italian sterling ...

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Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Chinese Silverwire Wooden Box Mother of Pearl Design
19th Century Chinese Silverwire Wooden Box Mother of Pearl Design

19th Century Chinese Silverwire Wooden Box Mother of Pearl Design

Located in Brea, CA

19th century Chinese silverwire wooden box with mother of pearl design from the Qing Dynasty. Beautiful intricate floral designs all-over.

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Late 19th century biscuit box from England
Late 19th century biscuit box from England

Late 19th century biscuit box from England

Located in Winnetka, IL

A beautiful English Victorian biscuit box from the late 1800's

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Late 19th Century European Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Asian Silver Metal Hand Carved Peacock Sitar Veena Form Box 1950
Asian Silver Metal Hand Carved Peacock Sitar Veena Form Box 1950

Asian Silver Metal Hand Carved Peacock Sitar Veena Form Box 1950

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Asian Silver Metal Hand-Carved Sitar Veena Box. Elevate your decor with this stunning vintage box, featuring intricate hand-carved designs of a sitar and peacock. The ornate ...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Silver

Salimbeni Cigarette Case Art Nouveau Style Hand-Painted Miniature Pheasant
Salimbeni Cigarette Case Art Nouveau Style Hand-Painted Miniature Pheasant

Salimbeni Cigarette Case Art Nouveau Style Hand-Painted Miniature Pheasant

By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Rectangular cigarette case with rounded corners in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with fire-enameled and hand-painted miniature by painter Renato Dainelli depicting a pheasant....

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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

19th Century Chinoiserie Gilt Painted Box
19th Century Chinoiserie Gilt Painted Box

19th Century Chinoiserie Gilt Painted Box

Located in New York, NY

A 19th century Chinese chinoiserie gilt painted box. Lacquer work box of very high quality. Beautifully painted.  

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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

French Art Deco Basset Hound Dog Figural Carved Wood Trinket Stash Box France
French Art Deco Basset Hound Dog Figural Carved Wood Trinket Stash Box France

French Art Deco Basset Hound Dog Figural Carved Wood Trinket Stash Box France

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful vintage Art Deco carved wood figural Basset Hound dog trinket/stash box dating from the 1930's or so. There are no maker marks on the item. It reminds me of other carvings ...

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Mid-20th Century French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Gold-plated silver toiletry box with engravings, chain and mirror
Gold-plated silver toiletry box with engravings, chain and mirror

Gold-plated silver toiletry box with engravings, chain and mirror

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Gold-plated silver toiletry box with engravings, suspension chain, mirror and utilities inside. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Javali II Title. Weight: 133.17...

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19th Century European Antique Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

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.