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Rustic Decorative Boxes

RUSTIC STYLE

For some, the phrase “rustic style” suggests a house like “La Pitchoune,” the late chef Julia Child’s cottage in Provence, with its exposed wooden beams and well-worn antique furniture. For others, rustic furnishings and decor prompt images of a place like the Lake Placid Lodge in Upstate New York, with its stone fireplaces and knotty pine paneling. Indeed, rustic furniture design takes many forms: twig furniture, a plank trestle table, a hand-stitched quilt, a chandelier made of deer antlers.

The rustic style originated in the late 1800s in England, where it was heavily influenced by Romanticism. By the 20th century, it had spread to the United States, adopted by wealthy New Yorkers and the National Park Service alike. Although there are many categories of rustic furniture, one of the most popular and familiar manifestations of the style is Adirondack furniture and the low-slung 1903 Thomas Lee Adirondack chair.

Rustic design is perhaps mostly about texture and humble materials: hand-hewn reclaimed wood, woven rush seating, wrought iron, coarse stone and weathered metal. As a decor, it exudes warmth and honesty, while a single piece of countrified design adds an intriguing visual counterpoint in a sleek, modern environment.

Easily identifiable by its rough textures, earthy colors and natural materials, rustic wares help bring the beauty of the outdoors inside.

As you can see on 1stDibs, vintage rustic chairs, dining tables and other pieces of rustic furniture offer endless inspiration.

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Style: Rustic
19th Century Pair of French Majolica Cabbage Tureen
19th Century Pair of French Majolica Cabbage Tureen

19th Century Pair of French Majolica Cabbage Tureen

Located in Austin, TX

19th Century Pair of French Majolica Cabbage Tureen.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

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Ceramic

Small Majolica Brown Deer Tureen Caugant, circa 1950
Small Majolica Brown Deer Tureen Caugant, circa 1950

Small Majolica Brown Deer Tureen Caugant, circa 1950

By Michel Caugant

Located in Austin, TX

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

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1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Boxes

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Ceramic

Portuguese Majolica Cabbage Tureen Sousa Barcelos Circa 1930
Portuguese Majolica Cabbage Tureen Sousa Barcelos Circa 1930

Portuguese Majolica Cabbage Tureen Sousa Barcelos Circa 1930

Located in Austin, TX

Portuguese Majolica Cabbage Tureen or Soup Tureen signed Sousa Barcelos Portugal Circa 1930. With a spoon.

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1930s Portuguese Vintage Rustic Decorative Boxes

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Ceramic

Antique Hammacher Schlemmer & Co NY Solid Oak Toolbox
Antique Hammacher Schlemmer & Co NY Solid Oak Toolbox

Antique Hammacher Schlemmer & Co NY Solid Oak Toolbox

By Hammacher Schlemmer

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Solid Oak Wood Hinged Toolbox Carry Handle Brass label. Hammacher Schlemmer NY patina present unrestored original vintage condition 7 h x 15 w x 9 d See all images provided.

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Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Boxes

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Oak

Vintage Wood Inlay Marquetry Box
Vintage Wood Inlay Marquetry Box

Vintage Wood Inlay Marquetry Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite vintage marquetry box is a testament to the meticulous art of wood inlay, showcasing a sophisticated blend of natural grain and geometric precision. The lid features a...

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Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Boxes

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Oak, Walnut

Ceramic and wood salt box, France, 1970
Ceramic and wood salt box, France, 1970

Ceramic and wood salt box, France, 1970

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

A charming wall-mounted salt box dating from the 1970s, combining a white ceramic container decorated with delicate floral motifs and a lid with a wooden wall bracket. The word "SEL"...

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1970s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Ceramic

19th Century French Majolica Asparagus Tureen
19th Century French Majolica Asparagus Tureen

19th Century French Majolica Asparagus Tureen

By Orchies

Located in Austin, TX

Rare French Majolica asparagus tureen circa 1890. Platter & tureen.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Palissy Majolica Pumpkin Tureen
19th Century Palissy Majolica Pumpkin Tureen

19th Century Palissy Majolica Pumpkin Tureen

Located in Austin, TX

Small 19th Century Palissy Majolica Pumpkin Tureen.

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1890s Portuguese Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Large Rare 19th Century Majolica Flowers Box
Large Rare 19th Century Majolica Flowers Box

Large Rare 19th Century Majolica Flowers Box

Located in Austin, TX

Large Rare 19th Century French Majolica Flowers Box . 12 inches Lenght.

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1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Early 19th Century painted pine blanket box
Early 19th Century painted pine blanket box

Early 19th Century painted pine blanket box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early 19th century painted pine blanket box circa 1828. Fine example of the traditional method of storage in Sweden, utilising the plentiful pine and hand decorating. Rectangular b...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine, Paint

Swedish 19th century blue painted shaped strong box
Swedish 19th century blue painted shaped strong box

Swedish 19th century blue painted shaped strong box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Swedish 19th century blue painted shaped strong box circa 1860. An example of the traditional Swedish shaped strong box with domed lid. This example has been painted in a vivid blue...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine

Rustic Continental House-Shaped Music Box
Rustic Continental House-Shaped Music Box

Rustic Continental House-Shaped Music Box

Located in Queens, NY

Rustic Continental (19/20th Century) house-shaped wood music box on a base

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19th Century Unknown Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

19th century hand painted Scandinavian oval strong box
19th century hand painted Scandinavian oval strong box

19th century hand painted Scandinavian oval strong box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century hand painted Scandinavian oval strong box circa 1850. Good quality piece of rustic Swedish craft work, which still functions as a practical storage solution for today. ...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Swedish 19th century green painted shaped strong box
Swedish 19th century green painted shaped strong box

Swedish 19th century green painted shaped strong box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Swedish 19th century green painted shaped strong box circa 1850. An example of the traditional Swedish shaped strong box with domed lid.  This example has been painted in a vivid gr...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine

Chinese Round Grain Container with Offering Fruits, c. 1900
Chinese Round Grain Container with Offering Fruits, c. 1900

Chinese Round Grain Container with Offering Fruits, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This hand-crafted wood container dates to the early 20th century and was used to store rice and other grains. The lidded container has a rounded body with a short footed base, constr...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

19th Century Majolica Box Choisy Le Roi
19th Century Majolica Box Choisy Le Roi

19th Century Majolica Box Choisy Le Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

19th Century Majolica Box Choisy Le Roi with a floral and leaves decor.

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1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Chinese Black Lacquer Woven Box, c. 1900
Chinese Black Lacquer Woven Box, c. 1900

Chinese Black Lacquer Woven Box, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This small woven box from the early 20th century celebrates the beautiful simplicity of a hand-woven object. The round, lidded box is shaped from tightly woven reeds and finished wit...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Rattan

Rustic Continental Style House Shaped Music Box
Rustic Continental Style House Shaped Music Box

Rustic Continental Style House Shaped Music Box

Located in Queens, NY

Rustic Continental-style (19/20th Century) cabin house-shaped wood music box

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19th Century Unknown Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Rustic Continental Walnut Box
Rustic Continental Walnut Box

Rustic Continental Walnut Box

Located in Queens, NY

Rustic Continental rectangular walnut box with ornamental carvings of leaves and a key.

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

19th century Swedish painted pine metal bound dome top box
19th century Swedish painted pine metal bound dome top box

19th century Swedish painted pine metal bound dome top box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Small 19th century Swedish painted pine metal bound dome top box circa 1870. Original painted dome top chest of small proportions.  Superb opportunity to own a decorative piece to s...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

19th century Swedish painted pine log box
19th century Swedish painted pine log box

19th century Swedish painted pine log box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century Swedish pine log box circa 1870. Fine example of Swedish rustic furniture that was made with available timbers and still functioning after all this time. Made by secur...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th Century Buddha Box Stand Table
19th Century Buddha Box Stand Table

19th Century Buddha Box Stand Table

Located in New York, NY

This stunning rustic Buddha box stand table is a late 19th century offering box. Significant Triangular shape box stand table set on legs carved as Naga's a...

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1890s Thai Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Caddy with Buckle and Snap Closure
Caddy with Buckle and Snap Closure

Caddy with Buckle and Snap Closure

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Traveler's caddy or basket with buckle and snap closure Durable vinyl outer has a woven-leather look to it. This piece has a handle on top for easy carrying. Interior is fabric. This piece is a compliment to any room, for decorative purposes or for practical use of storage and / or collections, textiles, picnics, etc. A nice place to stash a small art supply...

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20th Century Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Plastic

Rustic Adirondack Style Hinged Wooden Box
Rustic Adirondack Style Hinged Wooden Box

Rustic Adirondack Style Hinged Wooden Box

Located in Queens, NY

Rustic Adirondack style burled wooden hinged box.

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Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Burl

Chinese Early 20th Century Rattan Lunch Box with Tripartite Bamboo Handle
Chinese Early 20th Century Rattan Lunch Box with Tripartite Bamboo Handle

Chinese Early 20th Century Rattan Lunch Box with Tripartite Bamboo Handle

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese antique rattan lunch basket from the early 20th century, with bamboo tripartite handle. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this lunch box captures...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Rattan, Bamboo

Vintage Inlay Wooden Box
Vintage Inlay Wooden Box

Vintage Inlay Wooden Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Embrace the soulful charm of American Folk Art with this unique vintage wooden keepsake box. Handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail, the piece features an intricate geometri...

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Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Early 20th C. Farmers Market Trunk C.1940
Early 20th C. Farmers Market Trunk C.1940

Early 20th C. Farmers Market Trunk C.1940

Located in San Francisco, CA

About A rustic wooden dairy farm box used to sell cheese at farmers markets from O'Allen & Son Green Valley Dairy in Sonoma. Creator O'Allen & Son Green Valley Dairy. ...

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Mid-20th Century Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Rare Majolica Chesnut Tureen Luneville, circa 1890
Rare Majolica Chesnut Tureen Luneville, circa 1890

Rare Majolica Chesnut Tureen Luneville, circa 1890

By Luneville

Located in Austin, TX

Rare and colorful Majolica chesnut tureen Luneville, circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Antique French Wrought Iron Chest Wine Storage Rack for 28 Bottles
Antique French Wrought Iron Chest Wine Storage Rack for 28 Bottles

Antique French Wrought Iron Chest Wine Storage Rack for 28 Bottles

Located in Shippensburg, PA

Item # 209GJY07K A fantastic and rather unusual wrought-iron wine storage rack styled as a domed chest, it features wide shaped straps welded to curved and squared bar with curled iron elements throughout. The front of the chest retains an early lock and key, opening and dropping down on hanging chains to give access to the 28 bottles of wine that can be stored inside. It retains a wonderful early surface with chaotic oxidization and the effects of rust throughout the overall green and blue-ish patina. Circa the late 19th to early 20th century. Measurements: 23" H x 14 1/2" D x 28 7/8" W Condition Report: In as-found rough antique...

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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wrought Iron

Chinese Black Lacquer Woven Box, c. 1900
Chinese Black Lacquer Woven Box, c. 1900

Chinese Black Lacquer Woven Box, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This small woven box from the early 20th century celebrates the beautiful simplicity of a hand-woven object. The round, lidded box is shaped from tightly woven reeds or bamboo and fi...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Rattan

Patina Steel Display Pedestal
Patina Steel Display Pedestal

Patina Steel Display Pedestal

By Brendan Bass

Located in Dallas, TX

Patina steel display pedestal Piece from the Le Monde collection. Exclusive to Brendan Bass.  

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Steel

19th Century Lift-Top Walnut Grain Bin or Log Box
19th Century Lift-Top Walnut Grain Bin or Log Box

19th Century Lift-Top Walnut Grain Bin or Log Box

Located in Doylestown, PA

Antique handcrafted grain or flour bin with a lift top, circa 1870. This is a beautiful, rustic bin crafted of solid wood planks with bracket feet and a hinged top displaying a desi...

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Mid-19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Vintage Boho Black Forest Hand Carved Casket Box
Vintage Boho Black Forest Hand Carved Casket Box

Vintage Boho Black Forest Hand Carved Casket Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exceptional Black Forest hand-carved casket box is a masterpiece of rustic European artistry. Crafted from dense, dark-stained wood, the box is enveloped in high-relief carvings...

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Early 20th Century German Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Vintage Distressed Lidded Box
Vintage Distressed Lidded Box

Vintage Distressed Lidded Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This antique lidded box offers a soulful blend of rustic charm and timeless utility, perfect for the collector who appreciates objects with a lived-in history. Cloaked in a heavily d...

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Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

French Majolica Duck Tureen, circa 1950
French Majolica Duck Tureen, circa 1950

French Majolica Duck Tureen, circa 1950

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica duck tureen circa 1950.

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1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Swedish 19th century brown painted shaped strong box
Swedish 19th century brown painted shaped strong box

Swedish 19th century brown painted shaped strong box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Swedish 19th century brown painted shaped strong box circa 1860. An example of the traditional Swedish shaped strong box with domed lid. This example has been painted in a vivid bro...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine

Antique Vintage Oak Dining Table, Handcrafted, Rustic Style, USA
Antique Vintage Oak Dining Table, Handcrafted, Rustic Style, USA

Antique Vintage Oak Dining Table, Handcrafted, Rustic Style, USA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A ceramic box with crackled glaze, topped by a handcrafted copper lid accented with a turquoise stone. Both decorative and functional, it’s perfect for holding small treasures or kee...

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20th Century Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Stone, Copper

19th century Scandinavian rustic pine cutlery box
19th century Scandinavian rustic pine cutlery box

19th century Scandinavian rustic pine cutlery box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century Scandinavian rustic pine cutlery box circa 1880. Good quality item which we have labelled a cutlery box, but could quite easily have been a tool box. Shaped handle for...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th century Scandinavian pine log basket
19th century Scandinavian pine log basket

19th century Scandinavian pine log basket

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century Scandinavian pine log basket circa 1890. We are pleased to be able to offer something so rare to be intact.  Made using pine to create a frame which then has latice str...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine

Vintage Brass Tiffin Box with Rich Patina, Decorative Object
Vintage Brass Tiffin Box with Rich Patina, Decorative Object

Vintage Brass Tiffin Box with Rich Patina, Decorative Object

Located in Hong Kong, HK

The box features a rich patina that gives it an authentic, time-honored character.

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

19th Century Majolica Box Books Choisy Le Roi
19th Century Majolica Box Books Choisy Le Roi

19th Century Majolica Box Books Choisy Le Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Rare 19th Century Majolica Box Books Choisy Le Roi. H / 6.8 inches

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1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Early 19th century Swedish carved oak lidded box
Early 19th century Swedish carved oak lidded box

Early 19th century Swedish carved oak lidded box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early 19th century Swedish carved oak lidded box circa 1800. Interesting find from one of our buying trips, naive carved/turned box made from solid oak. Still functional as an every...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Oak

Traditional 19th century Swedish shaped box on stand
Traditional 19th century Swedish shaped box on stand

Traditional 19th century Swedish shaped box on stand

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Traditional 19th century Swedish shaped box on stand. Rustic made Scandinavian metal bound strong box on later stand. Useful addition of a base makes this an ideal sofa side storag...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Small Majolica Goose Tureen Pate Tureen
Small Majolica Goose Tureen Pate Tureen

Small Majolica Goose Tureen Pate Tureen

Located in Austin, TX

Small Majolica Goose Tureen Pate Tureen circa 1950.

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1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Late 20th Century Rustic Inlaid Wooden Box
Late 20th Century Rustic Inlaid Wooden Box

Late 20th Century Rustic Inlaid Wooden Box

Located in Brescia, IT

This is an amazing piece born by the fine craftmenships of the Sardinian artisan of the beautiful island of Sardinia, Italy. The front is engraved with the typical decor of the dove ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

19th Century Wooden Document Box with Distressed Patina and Brass Stud Design
19th Century Wooden Document Box with Distressed Patina and Brass Stud Design

19th Century Wooden Document Box with Distressed Patina and Brass Stud Design

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique rustic Chinese wooden document box with brass stud design. This antique Chinese wooden document box, embellished with a brass stud design, radiates rustic charm and carrie...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Rustic decorative boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rustic decorative boxes for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, 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, asian art and furniture, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic decorative boxes made in a specific country, there are Europe, Asia, and Scandinavia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative boxes, popular names associated with this style include Michel Caugant, A. Hoffman Co., Antonio Alves Cunha, and Erik Gustafson. 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 $130 and tops out at $8,750 while the average work can sell for $495.