Decorative Boxes
1860s French Empire Antique Decorative Boxes
Brass
2010s English Modern Decorative Boxes
Acrylic, Wood
2010s German Modern Decorative Boxes
Natural Fiber
20th Century German Modern Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Lucite
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
2010s Unknown Modern Decorative Boxes
Horn
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Pearwood
20th Century European Modern Decorative Boxes
Silver
Early 2000s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
2010s Australian Modern Decorative Boxes
Nickel
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Lucite, Plexiglass
Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Boxes
Fabric, Glass, Teak
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s German Modern Decorative Boxes
Natural Fiber
1980s Italian Empire Vintage Decorative Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
2010s American Modern Decorative Boxes
Leather, Cord
2010s German Modern Decorative Boxes
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
2010s South African Modern Decorative Boxes
Quartz, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
1990s American Modern Decorative Boxes
Mahogany, Maple, Rosewood, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble
2010s German Modern Decorative Boxes
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
2010s German Modern Decorative Boxes
Steel
2010s German Modern Decorative Boxes
Plastic
Early 2000s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold
1970s American Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Metal, Chrome
2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Sheet Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Glass, Wood
2010s South African Modern Decorative Boxes
Copper, Brass
2010s South African Modern Decorative Boxes
Quartz, Copper, Brass
1980s French Modern Vintage Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 2000s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Belgian Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble, Onyx, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Modern Decorative Boxes
Other
1990s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
20th Century French Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone, Onyx
Mid-20th Century American Modern Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Modern Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Boxes
Coral
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Italian Empire Vintage Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s Mexican Modern Decorative Boxes
Acrylic
Late 20th Century German Modern Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Sheet Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Crystal
2010s German Modern Decorative Boxes
Ash
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.