Leather Decorative Boxes

Intriguing tooled leather covered trinket box in Italian Futurist style of rectangular geometric form with two notched corners with tooled linear motif and a polychromed depiction of...

wondeful wooden carl auböck box covered with peau porc.

Beautifully crafted Biedermeier pencil box from Germany mid - late 19th century. The casket is leather wrapped, embossed and has a push button closure. From the inside the box is lac...

Beautiful pair of leather lidded boxes having embossed seafoam green/blue enamel and brass decoration and lined in black velvet. Opening 9.5” W x 2.5” D x 2.75” H

An early 19th century French boite à sel, or salt box, made of solid oak. Hinged lid with tacked leather tabs. A simple handcrafted box with nice proportio...

17th century leather knife box converted to a letter box with original brass hardware, sitting on brass ball feet. Fitted interior lined with 18th century silk fabric. In very good...

Antique Chinese leather box - circa mid-19th century This antique Chinese box was handcrafted from leat Measures : 22x13cm H:8cm Materials...

ALESSIO is a design laundry basket in leather from the LIMAC Design Home Collection. This very elegant laundry hamper is handcrafted in double-layer regenerated leather, that makes ...

Leather trunk Spanish, 17th century Boiled Leather, wood and iron Measures: 22 x 53 x 32 cm. Provenance : - collection Metz-Noblat, Château de Clevant, France Rectangular trunk of the form and size of a small suitcase with wrought iron hinges and lock-plate. Wood, covered with leather, cut and embossed with every surface of the thick cow hide covered in interlace, zoomorphic features. The construction method is boiled leather, often referred to by its French translation cuir-bouilli: a process used to change flexible, vegetable-tanned leather into rigid, moulded objects. For shaping of the vegetable-tanned leather, heat and moisture were used, as indicated by the term boiled leather. No written medieval sources describing the production of decorated cuir bouilli objects survive, so knowledge of the process relies on the important studies of the Scottish leather historian John William Waterer. A large range of methods, materials and techniques could be used in various combinations. The vegetable-tanned leather, made supple with moisture and heat, was stuffed, shaped and nailed to the rigid wooden coffer support. The stuffing material was probably modeled beeswax or stearin wax. To shape the leather, to create its topography, « Cushions » were made by lacing a thread through an awl hole and attaching the flexible leather and stuffing to the rigid wooden support on the bottom. Then the decoration was done: lines were incised through the upper layer of the leather (epidermis) with different thicknesses of knives or needles. Contours were created with deep v-shaped cuts, decoration with thin incision and final details with a needle point. For the incision and pouncing stage, the leather was probably kept heated and moistened for suppleness. Once dry, the leather would be hard and rigid. the saturated leather is worked over a form, possibly even damp sand, with the pattern shaped using bone or wooden tools. Compare to metal, leather was lighter and it offered protection from cuts and punctures. Cuir bouilli objects were produced by specialist leather workers and needed skillful craftsmanship. The surface is filled with roundels shaped foliages enclosing animals, lions and peacocks. The foliate arabesques creating a vegetal connection tweet the animals create the impression of a lush verdant space . The vegetal pattern here employed in combination with geometrical pattern came from the pre-islamic artistic traditions of the Byzantine and Sasanian empires. An aspect of Islamic geometry Is the basic symmetrical repetition and mirroring of the shapes that create a sense of harmony. The decoration of this truck is inspired by the islamic « arabesque » a form of vegetal ornament composed of spirals, intertwining plants and abstract curvilinear motifs. An arabesque character is given to the birds of the decorations through extreme stylisation. This arabesque maintained the classical tradition of median symmetry, freedom in Detail and heterogeneity of ornament. The presence of the peacocks is a paradisiacal allusion: in popular Islamic literature they were among the original inhabitants of the garden of Paradise expelled with Adam and Eve. Peacock as a decorative motif may have originated in the West, despite their eastern provenance. There was an ancient belief that the flesh and feathers of peacock do not decay. This led to the peacock becoming a christian symbol for Christ’s resurrection. Renowned for their decorative wall hangings, seventeenth-century Spanish leatherworkers also produced utilitarian objects, such as this trunk. A similar trunk is on display at the Metropolitan museum of art ( 09.158.1). Related literature : Davies L. 2006. Cuir bouilli. Conservation of leather and related materials, 94-102, Oxford: elsevier Butterworth-Heinemann Grabar, Oleg. The Mediation of Ornament. Princeton: Princeton University Press, 1992 Gabriela Germana Roquez, "El mueble en el Peru en el siglo XVIII...

An elegant antique box covered in polychrome leather, decorated with an attractive geometric design on the lid in warm tones—reds, ochres, and greens—and gilt details along the edges...

Paper lines the interior of this Shagreen Leather Box, finished outside in shagreen in the Antique Gray colorway. It comes as a set of 2, so a pair can work together on one surface o...

The small leather basket ARAMIS is a 2022 novelty of the House Collection by LIMAC Design. It is an original and precious miniature of our beloved CADIN HABITA, and is intended to ...

"Quadra" is a square leather box, designed and manufactured by Oscar Maschera. Genuine Italian leather vegetable tanned. Colors combination to be chosen from the available range: tan...

A luxurious Maitland Smith Tooled Leather and Brass Mounts highly Decorative Box produced in the 1980s. It features Tooled Stenciled Leather outing, brass feet and a bronze fist ha...

The refined leather storage baskets MARTINA is a set of round leather containers from the LIMAC Design Casa Collection, completed with a remova...

Two Louis Vuitton suit cases priced per suit case. Great scale and patina. Perfect size to stack and use as a side table.

This Tuareg leather box is a finely handcrafted storage chest rooted in the rich artistic traditions of the Sahara, particularly those of Mali. Created by a Malian artisan now based ...

A refined gift to an elegant woman or a stunning addition to a personal collection, this jewelry box is a special piece of functional decor that stores precious items, while displayi...

The VASILIS round woven leather basket is designed for those who are seeking a container that combines style and functionality, enriching the envi...

A Spanish Baroque leather-wrapped coffer brass accents from the 18th century. This antique Spanish coffer, with it's rectangular-shaped body, has been o...

The Arena medium basket is a versatile laundry container. Its structure features an intricate hand-woven pattern crafted from washable, eco-friendly regenerated leather, which ensure...

A small Italian decorative box crafted from genuine molded and embossed leather, made in Florence during the second half of the 20th century. The lid features an attractive quilted d...

20th century brown leather Royal Navy cordite carrier with good patina. The main body of the bucket is made of cork with a tan leather exterior and canvas interior. The sewn leather ...

This unique vintage piece is a decorative box designed to resemble a leather-bound book titled "Desmoulins Oeuvres." The box features intricate gold-embossed detailing on the spine a...

An elegant 19th-century chest crafted from wood covered in embossed red leather, adorned with a delicate geometric motif in relief that covers the entire exterior surface. The slight...

Bring a sense of majesty into your living space with this magnificent Moroccan white bone chest handcrafted from beach wood and inlaid with additional red stones. Boasting a sumptuou...

Decorative round leather box featuring an embossed geometric motif on the lid and a rich dark brown patina acquired over time. The textured leather surface and handcrafted detailing ...

The Origami box is an endlessly versatile complement to the master closet. Crafted from washable and durable brown leather, it’s the perfect addition to elevate a wardrobe and organi...

19th century English rootwood office box with brass fittings and leather interior.

This Croc Leather Box is wrapped in croc-embossed leather in a rich cognac, the raised scale pattern shifting between light and shadow across the lid and around all four sides. Lid a...

Rare boxe made with silver plated metal and leather, showing a crown 1970's France Nicer in real.

1950's Stitched leather boxe by Paul Dupré-Lafon for Hermès Good original vintage condition

Fine red leather tooled Box by Puiforcat, fitted with a gilt bronze mount. Signed: Puiforcat

This exceptional 19th-century Scandinavian document box serves as an authentic example of regional folk art, highly characteristic of traditional Norwegian Rosemaling traditions. Con...

Decorative rectangular box dating from the 1950s, featuring a dark black leather exterior with an elaborate embossed design on the lid. The top is richly decorated with geometric and circular motifs arranged in symmetrical bands, creating a strong graphic and architectural appearance. The deep relief of the embossed leather gives the surface an interesting texture and reinforces its handcrafted character. With its sober black finish and detailed ornamentation, this vintage box can be used as a jewelry box, keepsake box or decorative tabletop object. Style : Mid-Century Traditional Folk Art Key Features : France, 1950s Black leather Embossed and tooled decoration Rectangular form Geometric and circular motifs Symmetrical decorative composition Textured relief surface Decorative and functional Vintage condition consistent with age Keywords : black leather box, embossed leather box, tooled leather box, French leather box, 1950s decorative box, vintage leather box, French decorative box, Mid-Century box, jewelry box, keepsake box, tabletop box, geometric leather box, black decorative box...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this huge selection of 37 vintage hand leather bound faux book storage files that take A4 documents Please ...

A refined storage solution designed to hold up to 64 coffee pods, this box features a genuine calf leather exterior and an inner walnut wood structure with compartment dividers. It a...

Ottavia Box in Glossy Horn, Ebony Veneer & Aida Pebbled Leather by Arcahorn Designed by Filippo Dini Dimensions: D 13 x W 22 x H 8 cm. Materials: Glossy horn, ebony veneer, and Aida ...

A round leather box made of stacked leather discs with a recessed handles. 4x2

O/431 - Pretty old French theatre set: Binoculars, fan and mirror. Delicious and useful also for Your summer nights or for a gift. That's my cost NOW, bec...

Very nice Leather embossed Antique box or small chest Great patine Cognac Color. Deposited with Brass Head Nails.

A beautifully crafted brown leather storage trunk inspired by traditional gentleman’s travelling cases and early luggage designs. Combining practical storage with handsome decorative...

Victorian Coromandel and Brass Bound Gothic Revival Desktop Organiser Stationery Cabinet by H Greaves Ltd of New Street Birmingham Befit With Prestigious Lock Maker Bramah (of London...

This elegant box was handcrafted in the last 15 years of the 19th century. It is made out of leather, wood and fabric. The four sloping compartments suggest that this box was used fo...

Watch box by Cartier, 1990. 20th-century watch box by Cartier. H: 9 cm, W: 15 cm, D: 13 cm Please contact us before placing your order to confirm the product's availability.

Nice French Art Deco decorative box from the 1940s in the taste of Paul Dupré-Lafon's work. It is covered with parchment (velin) and red-tinted kid leather on the handles and corners...

Showcasing both a simple and contemporary silhouette, this box with lid of the Scuretto Collection is defined by subtle elegance and enduring quality. A combination of fine materials and high craftsmanship, this box has a square wooden structure covered entirely in soft pebble-grain leather in a neutral and versatile sand color with a square knob...

ARCHA is the toilet paper roll holder in regenerated leather by LIMAC Design. This small round container complete with lid, with a minimal design, was created to give a touch of part...

This beautiful vintage box, realized by renowned Austrian designer Carl Auböck, is a rare Mid-Century piece. The combination of the employed materials and techniques - oak wood, anod...

Discerning materials and excellent craftsmanship meld together in our Selene box. Supported by small feet in chromed brass, this box is handmade of wood with lacquered ivory gloss fi...

DALIA is a leather Valet Tray Storage design from the LIMAC Design® Class line, made in prestigious cuoietto. Made with the collaboration of Italian...

DALIA is a leather Valet Tray Storage design from the LIMAC Design® Class line, made in prestigious cuoietto. Made with the collaboration of Italian...

A refined blend of texture, geometry, and craftsmanship, this striking pyramid-inspired leather box brings a sophisticated touch to any tabletop, console, or shelving display. Tonal ...

Exceptional English traveling or ship's desk, an original from the 19th century. Made of mahogany, with its characteristic reddish hue, with gilt brass fittings and ornaments. When ...

Decorative or Jewelry Leather, Metal Wood Box France 19th Century Brown Color

For your consideration, vintage red leather box is a souvenir item, likely from the early to mid-20th century, featuring a scene of the Triberger Wasserfälle (Triberg Waterfalls) in ...

Flamed mahogany liqueur cellar with brass inlaid frame simulating box hardware. The side handles are also inlaid around a motif of two swans facing each other. The keyhole and openin...

Hermès Box by Paul Dupré-Lafon, France 1930-1940 French Box by Paul Dupré-Lafon for Hermès Paris, 1930-1940 Paul Dupré-Lafon (1900-1971) Hermès Paris lidded box with leather in cogn...

Rare and unusual Anglo Indian lidded lap desk crafted with deer horn fragments on the outside opening to a leather writing surface bordered with tooled bone and opening again to stor...

Marvelous large decorative box crafted in thick draped leather and brass. This incredibly elegant and unique piece was designed and handmade in Italy during the 1960s. Fully origina...