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Vintage Maitland-Smith Burl Walnut Jewelry Box Tea Caddy
Vintage Maitland-Smith Burl Walnut Jewelry Box Tea Caddy

Vintage Maitland-Smith Burl Walnut Jewelry Box Tea Caddy

By Maitland Smith

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Fantastic vintage box featuring a burl walnut inlay with a silver-tone knob on the lid as well as the ornate feet. Perfect decorative jewelry, trinket or caddy box standing alone on ...

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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Antique Leather Suitcases Pair Storage Trunks
Antique Leather Suitcases Pair Storage Trunks

Antique Leather Suitcases Pair Storage Trunks

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Pair of antique leather suitcases in great condition- probably they were used just for storage and nog for travel, - that’s why the handles are missing. Great decorative and storage ...

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1920s American Vintage American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather

Box in Burled Wood and Brass Brown Color France 19th Century
Box in Burled Wood and Brass Brown Color France 19th Century

Box in Burled Wood and Brass Brown Color France 19th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This box is in burl wood. It has been made in France in the 1870s. The color is brown, and it is in an good condition. Brown color.

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19th Century French Antique American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silk, Wood

Vintage Wood Box with Sez Shells Tony Doucquett Style
Vintage Wood Box with Sez Shells Tony Doucquett Style

Vintage Wood Box with Sez Shells Tony Doucquett Style

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Vintage carved wood encrusted with Sez shells cowrie in the style of Tony Doucquett. Two tiers box. With red velvet inside.

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1960s American Vintage American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell, Wood

American Antique Woven Straw Box
American Antique Woven Straw Box

American Antique Woven Straw Box

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Rare American antique handwoven tri color straw box in great condition. Great decorative piece and collectible.

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1920s American Vintage American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Straw

Early 20th Century White Enamel Brass Hinged Box Remote Trinket Storage Decor
Early 20th Century White Enamel Brass Hinged Box Remote Trinket Storage Decor

Early 20th Century White Enamel Brass Hinged Box Remote Trinket Storage Decor

By Hermès, Louis Vuitton

Located in Hyattsville, MD

A very nice clean enamel lidded storage box with tarnished brass hardware. A wonderful design element for a Coastal or Colonial Revival interior. Good size for storage, small books...

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1930s Unknown Vintage American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Steel

American Leather Document Box, Circa 1830s, Samuel Francis Smith
American Leather Document Box, Circa 1830s, Samuel Francis Smith

American Leather Document Box, Circa 1830s, Samuel Francis Smith

Located in Hudson, NY

This historically important, American leather clad document box, was made in Boston in the early nineteenth century. The box belonged to, Samuel Francis Smith (October 21, 1808 – Nov...

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1830s American Antique American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Pine, Linen

Md 20 th c Tin Sewing Box with Accessories
Md 20 th c Tin Sewing Box with Accessories

Md 20 th c Tin Sewing Box with Accessories

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Mid century modern vintage tin sewing box with hinges and handles., plus 1950-1956 embroidery supplies.

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1950s American Vintage American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Vintage Tortoiseshell Paper Box with Sea Shell Flower
Vintage Tortoiseshell Paper Box with Sea Shell Flower

Vintage Tortoiseshell Paper Box with Sea Shell Flower

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Gorgeous tortoiseshell print oval paper box with sea shell border decoration and central floral rosette.

Category

1950s American Vintage American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell, Paper

Box in Burled Wood and Silk Brown Color, France, 19th Century
Box in Burled Wood and Silk Brown Color, France, 19th Century

Box in Burled Wood and Silk Brown Color, France, 19th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This box is in burl wood. It has been made in France in the 1870s. The color is brown, and it is in an good condition. Black silk in the inside. Coat of arms on the top of the lid.

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19th Century French Antique American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Silk

Antique Sea Shell Decorative Coffin Box with Lid
Antique Sea Shell Decorative Coffin Box with Lid

Antique Sea Shell Decorative Coffin Box with Lid

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A beautiful coffin shape trinket box encrusted with shells. This box would be stunning on a dressing table, side table, or coffee table. Its hinged lid opens to fit miscellaneous ite...

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20th Century American American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell

6 West Germany Easter Eggs Paper Mache
6 West Germany Easter Eggs Paper Mache

6 West Germany Easter Eggs Paper Mache

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Set of 6 nesting West Germany Easter eggs paper mache. Collectible

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1950s German Vintage American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Paper

Antique C.F. Blanke Tea and Coffee Company Exposition Brand Green Tin Coffee Bin
Antique C.F. Blanke Tea and Coffee Company Exposition Brand Green Tin Coffee Bin

Antique C.F. Blanke Tea and Coffee Company Exposition Brand Green Tin Coffee Bin

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique C.F. Blanke Tea and Coffee Company Exposition Brand Green Tin Coffee Bin This antique forest green coffee bin with a slanted lid opening has an exterior reading: "Blankes Ex...

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

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Faux Tessellated Tortoiseshell Mother-of-Pearl Jewelry Box by Maitland-Smith
Faux Tessellated Tortoiseshell Mother-of-Pearl Jewelry Box by Maitland-Smith

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By Maitland Smith

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage jewelry box in faux tessellated tortoise shell with mother-of-pearl and Abolone shell edge, circa 1970s. Simple, elegant and unique. Bin #N Jj

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Large Vintage Maitland-Smith Mother of Pearl Box

Large Vintage Maitland-Smith Mother of Pearl Box

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H 6.75 in W 13.75 in D 10 in

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By Maitland Smith

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Large Vintage Maitland-Smith Mother of Pearl Box. The top inlaid with a strip of brass. The box sits on top of round ball feet.

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Antique Victorian mahogany storage box
Antique Victorian mahogany storage box

Antique Victorian mahogany storage box

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H 3.94 in W 10.04 in D 6.7 in

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Located in Ipswich, GB

Antique Victorian mahogany storage box having a quality antique mahogany storage box with red interior. D. 1860

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Early 19th Century Antique American Classical Decorative Boxes

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Mahogany

Silver Box with a Straw Marquetry Lid by Ginger Brown
Silver Box with a Straw Marquetry Lid by Ginger Brown

Silver Box with a Straw Marquetry Lid by Ginger Brown

By Ginger Brown

Located in Bourguebus, FR

This lovely box is made of brushed stainless steel with a lid covered of straw marquetry. The radial design of the straw reminds the great Art deco period which contrasts perfectly ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Stainless Steel

Leather Bound Hinged Book for Storage and Document Storage
Leather Bound Hinged Book for Storage and Document Storage

Leather Bound Hinged Book for Storage and Document Storage

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The look of a leather bound book with fine gold tooling to the exterior. Originally used for Bridge scorecard and playing cards (included). The piece is a compliment to the bookshelf...

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20th Century American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold

Tortoise Shell Decorative Box with Paw Feet. Tortoise Shell With Bun Feet.
Tortoise Shell Decorative Box with Paw Feet. Tortoise Shell With Bun Feet.

Tortoise Shell Decorative Box with Paw Feet. Tortoise Shell With Bun Feet.

Located in Buchanan, MI

Tortoise shell decorative box with bun feet. We have other tortoise boxes similar in form that would be a lovely collection. Feel free to call or email with questions. Priced per b...

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19th Century English Antique American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Jean Michel Frank Large Straw French Marquetry Box, 1930s
Jean Michel Frank Large Straw French Marquetry Box, 1930s

Jean Michel Frank Large Straw French Marquetry Box, 1930s

By Jean-Michel Frank

Located in Milan, IT

Astonishing French straw-marquetry box, dating from the 1930s, designed by Jean-Michel Frank.

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1930s French Vintage American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Straw, Cork

Antique Anglo-Indian Silver Box with Hand Chased and Repousse Decoration
Antique Anglo-Indian Silver Box with Hand Chased and Repousse Decoration

Antique Anglo-Indian Silver Box with Hand Chased and Repousse Decoration

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This silver trinket or jewelry box dates to the late 19th century and is presumed have been made in India. The silver tests to between .850 and 900 and as such, is slightly below .92...

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Materials

Silver

Antique English Regency Toleware Footed Coal Box or Scuttle with Brass Handles
Antique English Regency Toleware Footed Coal Box or Scuttle with Brass Handles

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Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique metal coal box or coal scuttle is presumably made in England during the 1820s in the Regency period and style. The box is constructed of th...

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Early 19th Century English Antique American Classical Decorative Boxes

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19th Century Box with Brass Plaque
19th Century Box with Brass Plaque

19th Century Box with Brass Plaque

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H 3.75 in W 13.75 in D 5.5 in

19th Century Box with Brass Plaque

Located in Toronto, CA

Rectangular 19th century box with an oval brass plaque without engraving. The exterior has been re-polished over time. It has a nice warm patina. The int...

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Mahogany

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Leather Faux Book Storage Cabinet For CDs and Keepsakes
Leather Faux Book Storage Cabinet For CDs and Keepsakes

Leather Faux Book Storage Cabinet For CDs and Keepsakes

By Maitland Smith

Located in Waxahachie, TX

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1990s American Classical Decorative Boxes

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Antique Wood Vanity Jewelry Rectangular Boxes – Set of 3
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Located in Farmington Hills, MI

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Wood

Leather Bounded Faux-Book Folder, Pair
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Located in Astoria, NY

Group of two folder with gilt decorated brown leather bounded faux-book edges. Dimensions: Each: approx. 14.5" H x 10.5" W x 3.25" D. Dealer: S138XX.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Decorative Boxes

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Round Sea Shell Encrusted Pink Flower Motif Decorative Box with Lid
Round Sea Shell Encrusted Pink Flower Motif Decorative Box with Lid

Round Sea Shell Encrusted Pink Flower Motif Decorative Box with Lid

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A pretty coastal-inspired round decorative box encrusted with a sea shell motif. This box is round and features an attached lid. The lid is decorated with an array of seashells and t...

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20th Century American American Classical Decorative Boxes

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Shell

Tiffany & Co Flatware Box with Silver Handles
Tiffany & Co Flatware Box with Silver Handles

Tiffany & Co Flatware Box with Silver Handles

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H 6.75 in W 19.5 in D 16.75 in

Tiffany & Co Flatware Box with Silver Handles

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Huntington, NY

Tiffany & Co Flatware box with silver handles With original satin lined interior. No flatware, box alone.

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Decorative Boxes

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1920s Elegant Antique Wood Money Box Chrome Window & Keys Pre-ATM
1920s Elegant Antique Wood Money Box Chrome Window & Keys Pre-ATM

1920s Elegant Antique Wood Money Box Chrome Window & Keys Pre-ATM

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1920s Elegant antique wood money box USA (pre–ATM Venmo PayPal!) Beautiful craftsmanship Measures: 7 tall x 9.25 width x 17.5 depth Solid wood with chrome plated window cover...

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1920s American Vintage American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Chrome

1850' s American Document Box by Atkins A Clark of Boston
1850' s American Document Box by Atkins A Clark of Boston

1850' s American Document Box by Atkins A Clark of Boston

Located in New York, NY

Made by Atkins A Clark of Boston Mass. This document box is in an amazing state of preservation. It retains the original key, makers label and the brass plaque bearing the name of Na...

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Mid-19th Century American Antique American Classical Decorative Boxes

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Tall Oak Wood Brown Fireplace Mantle Match Box with Gold Lion Motif Handle
Tall Oak Wood Brown Fireplace Mantle Match Box with Gold Lion Motif Handle

Tall Oak Wood Brown Fireplace Mantle Match Box with Gold Lion Motif Handle

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A tall wooden Oak fireside matchbox with a lid. A fabulous detail to add to a mantle or near a fireplace. This tall brown box features a hinged lid and a golden metal lion head with ...

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20th Century American American Classical Decorative Boxes

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Fabulously Distressed Travel Trunk with Original Brass Lock & Key Honolulu T.H.
Fabulously Distressed Travel Trunk with Original Brass Lock & Key Honolulu T.H.

Fabulously Distressed Travel Trunk with Original Brass Lock & Key Honolulu T.H.

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Wonderfully distressed travel trunk- suitcase- box in black canvas with aged leather handles stamped Honolulu, Territory of Hawaii. Measures: 18.25" D x 18.25" W x 11.5" H x 11.5" seat H Serial numbers backside: 18-291. Side print reads: ' M. Shephard, Honolulu, T. H. (Territory of Hawaii).' Amazingly it retains original lock and key! Travel case is in original unrestored vintage condition. Expect distress with tons of character & charm. Corners have some damage. Leather is broken. The hinges work Fine. Refer to our images for condition. Item ideal for prop or decorative display. Bag displays assorted Travel Stamps; Cairo Egypt Hotel Lutetia...

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Early 1900s American Antique American Classical Decorative Boxes

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Antique Hand Painted Brown Metal Chest or Box with Floral Design
Antique Hand Painted Brown Metal Chest or Box with Floral Design

Antique Hand Painted Brown Metal Chest or Box with Floral Design

Located in Plainview, NY

A lovely large antique hand painted Metal chest to box. The box features exquisite floral design with gilded motifs on the top of the box and round...

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American Classical decorative boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique American Classical decorative boxes for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative boxes created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, folk art, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Classical decorative boxes made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative boxes differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $115 and tops out at $6,500 while the average work can sell for $495.