1950s Decorative Boxes

Exquisite sculptural crab form box realistically rendered, crafted in Spain, 1950's. Made to look like a real crab crawling with movement masterfully with sharp detail and execution....

Exquisite sculptural lobster form box realistically rendered, crafted in Italy, 1950's. Made to look like a real lobster crawling with movement masterfully with sharp detail and exec...

Minimalist pewter box made by Just Andersen in the 1950s. * Lidded pewter box with a fitted wooden interior. Originally designed as a cigarette box. * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * ...

From the iconic French luxury retailer, this solid / sterling silver box was made by Hermes of Paris, fully signed on the side of the box together with the Minerva head mark (silver)...

Period Style: Mexican Modern Materials: Silver, Copper, Brass Plated, Wood Liner Designer: Humberto Castillo Manufacturer: Los Castillos

Small Portuguese Majolica Cabbage Tureen Aires C. Leal Caldas da Rainha circa 1950.

Large green Majolica Money Bank Squirrel Circa 1950.

Large Solid Oak wood sewing box ,on wheels . opened with two hinged doors on the top, while the accordion style (with layered shelves that used external hinges to store more stuff in...

Vintage Chalet Deluxe Sewing Keepsake Box, Switzerland ca. 1950s Discover the charm of traditional Swiss craftsmanship with this hand-carved miniature ...

Nice Odette Dijeux mid-century decorative box, circa 1950, Belgium. White and brown enameled ceramic. Signed underneath Odette Dijeux . Each piece of this artist is unique and po...

An elegant Italian leather box from the 1950s, handcrafted and clad in natural-toned leather featuring delicate gold-stamped motifs on the lid. Its understated, refined design makes ...

This lovely vintage mid century modern soapstone box is from the 50's. The muted colors of pink, orange tangerine, yellow tan, black and gray make a great presence in any room for je...

Set of Six French Enameled Canisters – Sucre, Farine, Café, Pâtes, Chicorée, Poivre Infuse your kitchen with vintage elegance through this striking ensemble of six enamelware caniste...

The hinged Burl walnut book inlaid with tulipwood opens to reveal 18 varieties of marbles. Including imperial porphyry, green porphyry,

Vintage French Majolica crab tureen signed Caugant, circa 1950.

A striking mid century amber art glass casket box featuring richly colored translucent amber glass with distinctive oval lens panels on each side that beautifully capture and refract...

1950s Decorative Brutalist MCM Inlaid Burl Specimen Wood Box by Norman Brumm This small but striking 1950s decorative box by Norman Brumm showcases the artist’s signature Brutalist ...

Here is a richly textured and visually compelling Italian ceramic box by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, dating to the mid-20th century and retailed by Raymor. The rectangular form is distin...

Incredibly sleek and classic multi-use decorative jewerly box. This beautiful box is divided in 2 compartments and lined with red velvet and includes a vanity...

A truly luxurious find, I have only ever seen these before in silver plate, this one in sterling silver with the "Minerva" mark (corresponding to 950/1000 for French silver). The ...

For your consideration a collectible vintage or antique small wooden box, likely intended for storing trinkets, cigarrets or as a decorative desk accessory. It features a distinc...

Mexican silver box with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay. Lid opens to a wood lined interior. Very nicely done and a really beautiful object!

For your consideration, an antique Japanese kashigata wooden mold used for shaping wagashi sweets. The hand-carved interior typically features floral or seasonal designs, such as the...

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...

Rectangular table box made of semi-precious tiger's eye stone, with a hinged frame in gold-plated 925/1000 sterling silver. Dimensions: 10.5 x 14.5 x 4 cm. Silver weight: 140 g. Desi...

Refined pewter box designed by Ellen Schlanbusch for Just Andersen in the 1950s. * Lidded pewter box with a fitted wooden interior. Originally designed as a cigarette box. * Designe...

An exceptional mid-century modern modernist box designed by Carl Auböck II for the renowned Werkstätte Carl Auböck in Vienna, Austria, circa 1950. This rare collector's piece featur...

This small vintage mid century modern beatiful Italian alabaster box is lidded. The swirls of rich colors of light green light jade green, Brown, Rust orange, cream and blush make fo...

Blue Murano jewelry box by Giovanni Cenedese. This Murano glass box with gilt metal details & decorative lock and rounded corners.

This stunning 1950s Italian decorative lidded box showcases an Empire Revival Neoclassical flair. The tall, rectangular shape boasts a classic modernist design, featuring gilded bras...

French handcrafted solid ebony wood box made in the 1950s. Can be used as a jewellery box or as a decorative object. Good condition.

A 1950’s wooden Pepsi crate with a slat base. Reads “Drink Pepsi Cola” on each side in red lettering with “Newburgh NY, 12 Bottles” and oval cut out handles on the short sides. Metal straps support the corners and on the inside is stamped “Durable beverage case...

For your consideration, a vintage mixed-metal box from the renowned Los Castillo workshop in Taxco, Mexico. Founded in 1939 by Antonio Castillo and his brothers, the studio became wo...

This exquisite vintage box from Mexico features a richly textured stone mosaic design on its surface, combining deep shades of blue and green. The geometric ornamentation is crafted ...

A striking mid-century Murano art glass box designed by Alessandro Mandruzzato, one of Italy's most celebrated glass artisans. Crafted in the 1950s, this elegant box showcases Mandru...

A refined Italian marble box, crafted in the late 1950s, featuring a beautifully matched combination of two marble types in harmonious gray and beige tones. Though subtle in color, t...

A serene 1930s Art Deco powder box featuring a sculpted woman with her head gently tilted upward and eyes closed, embodying the calm, modern femininity celebrated in the era’s design...

An elegant Italian decorative box crafted from genuine leather using the traditional technique of embossed leatherwork, featuring refined gold motifs inspired by heraldry and the Ren...

Very rare Small Majolica Brown Deer Tureen Caugant, circa 1950. Could be a prototype for the manufacture. Miniature tureen H / 3.2 inches.

A charming midcentury carved owl-shaped box, crafted in Germany in the 1950s from linden wood in the traditional Black Forest style. Featuring expressive glass eyes and warm brown to...

Midcentury amazing rectangular decorative box in wood and art glass with reverse painted glass by Erwin Burger for Fontana Arte. Made in Italy in the 1950s.

An exceptional and highly collectible domino set designed by William Spratling, one of the most influential figures in 20th-century Mexican silver design. Crafted in Taxco, Guerrero,...

Midcentury amazing little rectangular decorative box in wood and art glass with reverse painted glass by Erwin Burger for Fontana Arte. Made in Italy in the 1950s.

Vintage Chinese handcrafted lacquer wood handpainted jewelry box in a shape of sea shells clam.

A small, rectangular Italian leather box featuring a black finish and a slightly domed lid with rounded corners. The surface is accented by fine gilt lines tracing the lid and body. ...

Handsome saddle leather case by French fashion house, Hermes. Made in the 1950s. H metal buckles flank each side of the case. Case opens up to reveal 'HERMES - MADE IN PARIS' on leather. Inside there is a large grouping of shaving/toiletry items. Leather folding mirror with tons of patina, that stands up on its own. Stamped 'Hermes' in gold. Leather folding pouch that can hold tweezers, scissors, a comb also stamped Hermes. Ebony brush stamped Hermes - Paris. Metal box with removable lid, stamped Hermes. Bottle with twist off cap, Stamped Hermes Compartment with leather lid, holds a razor, and a small tin...

Antique Puiforcat cigarette case in wood covered with burgundy leather. Interior compartment. Patinated bronze appliqué decoration on the upper exterior of the case. Stamped signatur...

A Painted Vintage Cast Iron Mechanical Bank Description: The clown figure is painted with orange attire, featuring a cheerful facia...

A rare and exquisite creation by Camille Fauré Limoges, this enamel and silver-plated decorative box is a masterwork of French craftsmanship, dating circa 1950. Likely a bespoke comm...

Beautiful Handpainted and signed Anna Davis Art deco style wooden box with a large rose on top, golden inside, lucite handle and gold ball feet.

This stunning 1950s French decorative lidded box features a bright yellow vinyl plastic scooby or craft lace (in French scoubidou) with black contrast thread. The box boasts a stunni...

1950s Italian marble clamshell box. Deep blue veined marble with brass banding and brass feet. Made in Italy sticker on the underside.

French Majolica duck tureen circa 1950.

Small Majolica Goose Tureen Pate Tureen circa 1950.

Superb Ceylonese porcupine quill lidded pot in a most unusual conical shape Fashioned in dark wood and decorated with quill pieces All quills are present and in excellent order. Int...

A gorgeous vintage box in the manner of Ystad Metal. Designed by Bernhard Linder for Metallkonst. Inscribed on the top as shown. Would work well on a shelf, coffee table, or on a des...

A charming and uncommon antique brass thimble case, beautifully formed in a smooth oval silhouette with a warm, time-earned patina. This petite hinged container features delicate han...

A small square brown leather box with tooled gilt scrollwork and border detailing. The hinged lid opens to a plain wood interior. Attractive patina and light wear consistent with age.

Charming, petite maple sewing box with black painted metal frame and cane-wrapped handle, all supported by rubber feet (ca. 1950s, Italy). Minimalist design with simple dual-door con...

A hand carved alabaster trinket box with silver plate trim. Circa 1950s, Italy.