Decorative Boxes
20th Century American George III Decorative Boxes
Brass
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Terracotta
Early 2000s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Leather, Wood
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Decorative Boxes
Other
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Decorative Boxes
Wood
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1790s English George III Antique Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Decorative Boxes
Brass
1990s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Bronze
1930s French Louis XVI Vintage Decorative Boxes
Bronze, Gold
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Stone
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Tin
1990s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 18th Century European Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Enamel, Gold Leaf
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Decorative Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Bronze
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Opaline Glass
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Bronze
19th Century English George III Antique Decorative Boxes
Hardwood
1780s English George III Antique Decorative Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
1960s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Decorative Boxes
Sycamore
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1790s English George III Antique Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Silver
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Decorative Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1860s French Louis XVI Antique Decorative Boxes
Bronze
2010s Italian Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
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.