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Modern Jewelry Boxes

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Tempo Unico Brown Watch Winder in Polished Briar and Leather Lined by Agrest
Located in New York, NY
Watch winder in polished briar for automatic watch. Leather lined. Winder made in Switzerland, battery operated. Watch is not included with winder.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

R&Y Augousti, shagreen jewelry box, 1990s
Located in Firenze, IT
Stunning shagreen and ebonized wood jewelry box, produced by R&Y Augousti in the 1990s. It is a very sophisticated jewelry box full of elegant details, the doors are closed by a Japa...
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1990s French Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Shagreen, Wood

Black Polished Wood Chest for 55 Pens with Suede and Leather Detail
Located in New York, NY
Lockable chest in black polished wood. Holds up to 55 pens.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Suede, Wood

Solid Brass Dish
Located in Paonia, CO
The (wh)ORE HAüS STUDIOS small goods collection was made for those that wanted to experience the (wh)ORE HAüS brand without committing to our larger pieces. Our Solid Brass Dish...
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2010s American Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Brass

Solid Brass Dish
Solid Brass Dish
$375 / item
Polished White Jewel Chest in Birdseye Maple, Gold-Plated Hardware
Located in New York, NY
Shiny white bird’s-eye maple shiny jewel chest with 24-karat pink gold-plated hardware. Two necklace bars. The two doors lock the whole chest.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Birdseye Maple

Ceramic Monkey Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This ceramic monkey box is a unique and whimsical creation handcrafted in South Africa. Its clever design features a removable lid that forms half of the mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Privato Biancho white Safe
Located in New York, NY
Safe for jewelry, available in three finishing options. See information below for details of finishing variations. Copper: Jewelry case in hammered copper finish steel. Drawers in ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Steel

Polished Black Jewel Box in Maple and Mahogany
Located in New York, NY
Jewelry chest in polished black bird’s-eye maple and mahogany, ultra suede lining, 24-karat gold-plated brass accessories. With necklace bars, lockable doors and five drawers. Adjust...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Maple

Four Vessels with Indonesian Lids in Silver
Located in Roma, IT
There are four vessels with Indonesian lids in silver. Dimensions: 1, Height 3.5 cm, width 10.5 cm, length 4.5 cm 2, Height 4 cm, diameter 10 cm 3, Height 4 cm, diameter 6 cm ...
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20th Century Indonesian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Silver

Ceramic Waterlilies Plant Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Water Lily Dragonfly Jewelry Box Hand-Painted by Sabelo Nene, Sculpted by Sfiso Mvelase Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2024 Introducing the Water...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Giraffe Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
captivating piece Giraffe Jewelry box. Handmade ceramics often bear the mark of the artisan's skill and creativity, and being made in South Africa likely adds an extra layer of cultu...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Pair of Lacquered Wood Boxes, China, 20th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Pair of Lacquered wood boxes, China, 20th century" 6 cups each inside, perfect condition.
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20th Century Chinese Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Armored Watch Chest in Black, Nine Watch Winders Il Forziere Delle Ore Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Agresti Il Forziere Delle Ore armored Chests for 9 Winders. Two variations available, please see information below for details. Ebony: Armoire in polished ebony with safe, anchorable to the wall. Biometric opening device and emergency key system. Watch winders entirely made in Switzerland. Secret compartment, inside lined in ultrasuede. Safe covered with polished ebony and black leather. Bulletproof glass...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Carved Wood Villagers Trinket Box
Located in Countryside, IL
Carved wood villagers trinket box This box measures: 21 wide x 11 deep x 10 inches high This box is in good vintage condition with one hinge in need of repair, key is attached...
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2010s American Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Ceramic Elephant Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Elephant jewelry box, crafted by Swelihle Khanyeza and hand-sculpted by an unnamed artisan at Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, stands as ...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Wild Dog Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Wild Dog Jewelry Box Hand-Painted by Minehle Nene and Sculpted by Motsamai Sello The Wild Dog Jewelry Box from Love Art Ceramic is a stunning piece of d...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Cuscino Rosso Red Leather Watch Case
Located in New York, NY
Travel leather watch case with capacity for 1 watch in the adjustable leather support. Available in three finishing options: Black leather with poli...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Box
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Box Mango wood / black finish Dimensions: length: 28,5 / width: 22 / height 13 cm.
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Box
Box
$1,320
Ceramic Hyena Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Hyena Jewelry Box Hand-Painted by Jabu Nene, Sculpted by Unknown Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2023 The Hyena Jewelry Box is a striking piece of ceramic art that captures the esse...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Protea Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Protea, Beetle Jewelry Box Hand-Painted by Jabu Nene, Sculpted by Sbusiso Ndaba Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2024 Embodying the vibrant essence of South Africa, the "Protea, Beet...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Buffalo And Genet Cat Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The Buffalo & genet cat jewelry box from Senzo Duma Ceramics is a testament to South African artistry. Hand-sculpted by Thabiso and hand-painted by Nqoh,...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Piccolo Intreccio Armored Armoire Braided White and Pink Leather
Located in New York, NY
Armored jewelry cabinet covered in white and pink hand threaded leather. Varnished outside in pink color. Accessories in 24 karats gold plated brass. Drawers covered in white leather...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Metal

Il Passatempo Chest with Four Winders in Oak Smoke Grey
Located in New York, NY
Case in smoked grey oak with four Swiss-made winders, red leather lining, touch switch, glass display window. Brass accessories with ruthenium finish.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood, Leather

Il Passatempo White Chest with Four Watch Winders
Located in New York, NY
Chest with 4 watch winders. Available in two variations, please see information below for variation details. Ebony: Polished ebony chest with 4 watch winders entirely made in Switzer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Ceramic Leopard Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Leopard Jewelry Box Hand-Painted by Slindelo Mazibuko, Sculpted by Motsamai Sello Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2024 Introducing the Leo Jewelry Box, a charming ceramic piece that...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Aloe Vera Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the enchanting "Aloe, Snail Jewelry Box," a stunning piece of ceramic decorative art from South Africa, created by the talented duo of Motsam...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Armored Armoire in Canaletto Walnut Gioia Noce
Located in New York, NY
Armored armoire in Canaletto walnut, matte finish, gold plated brass accessories.   
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Walnut

Ceramic Zebra Head Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Zebra Head Jewelry Box Hand-Painted by Zinhle Nene and Sculpted by Sfiso Introducing the captivating Zebra Head Jewelry Box, a stunning ceramic piece brought to life by the talented...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tiger Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Tiger Jewelry Box: Hand-Painted by Winnie Mchunu and Sculpted by Sbusiso & Motsamayi The Tiger Jewelry Box is a remarkable piece of ceramic art that bea...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Monkey Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Pomegranate Monkey Jewelry Box The Pomegranate Monkey Jewelry Box is a stunning piece of ceramic decorative art created in South Africa by the talented...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Chest with 4 Watch Winders Il Passatempo Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Agresti Il Passatempo chest with 4 watch winders. Available in two variations, please see information below for variation details. Ebony: Polished ebony chest with 4 watch winders en...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Ceramic Pumpkin Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
A beautiful piece! The combination of glossy white and green colors, along with the unique design of a pumpkin with a removable lid, adds a charming touch. It’s great to hear about ...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Leopard Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The "Leopard Head Jewelry Box," crafted by South African artists Jabu Nene and Sfiso Mvelase of Love Art Ceramic, is a stunning piece that beautifully blends functionality with artis...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 4 Light Grey Frame 20 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 light grey frame 20 box by Lassen Dimensions: D 20 x W 20 x H 10 cm Materials: melamin, melamine, metal, veneer Weight: 2.00 Kg Frame Box is a square box in a cubisti...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Ceramic Protea Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Protea, Monkey Jewelry Box Hand Painted by Jabu Nene and Sculpted by Motsamai Sello from Love Art Ceramic The Protea, Monkey Jewelry Box is a delightful piece of ceramic art, crafte...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Zebra Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Zebra Jewelry Box Hand Painted by Jabu Nene, Sculpted by Motsamai Sello Love Art Ceramic, South Africa The Zebra Jewelry Box is a stunning ceramic mas...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Lion Head Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the striking "Lion Head Jewelry Box," a captivating piece of ceramic decorative art crafted by the talented artisans at Love Art Ceramic in South Africa. Sculpted by Nath...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Pumpkin Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely ceramic pumpkin jewelry box is a unique, one-of-a-kind piece handcrafted in South Africa by Love Art Ceramics. Made entirely by hand witho...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Protea Plant Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Protea Jewelry Box Hand-Painted by Swelihle Khanyeza, Sculpted by Sfiso Mvelase Love Art Ceramic, South Africa Introducing the Protea Jewelry Box, a charming ceramic piece that beau...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Butterfly Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Succulent Butterfly Jewelry Box Introducing the exquisite "Succulent Butterfly Jewelry Box," a stunning piece of ceramic decorative art crafted i...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Fish Coin Dish , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Fish Coin Dish Hand Painted by Zinhle Nene and Sculpted by Sbusiso Ndaba From Love Art Ceramic, South Africa (2024) Dive into the charm of the Fish Coin Dish, a delightful piece of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Nero Forziere Contemporary Chest Safe in Black Polished Wood
Located in New York, NY
Brass-plated, 24-karat gold accessories. Unique features of this certified product includes: High level steel with several layers of chrome carbides for straightening Internal hinges...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Tempo Unico Rosso Red Watch Winder Lined in Leather
Located in New York, NY
Watchwinder in polished red briar for automatic watch. Leather lined. Winder made in Switzerland, battery operated.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather

Antiqued Red Lacquer Trinket Box
Located in Countryside, IL
Antiqued red lacquer trinket box This trinket box measures: 14 wide x 14 deep x 7.5 inches high This box is in Excellent Vintage Condition with minor marks, dents, and wear. ...
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2010s American Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Ceramic Genet Cat Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted by the skilled hands of South African artisans, this ceramic Genet cat jewelry box is a masterpiece of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Hoopoe Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This hoopoe jewelry ceramic box is a true treasure, meticulously crafted by hand and painted with care by South African artists. Its unique design features one of the wings serving a...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Black Polished Wood w/ Extendable Box for 54 Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Lockable chest in black polished wood for 54 pairs of cufflinks. This is also extendable up to 90 pairs.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Floral Design Mother of Pearl Box with Peony Blossoms by Arijian
Located in Namyangju-si, KR
This artwork adopts mother of pearl and lacquer to portray peony blossoms, also known as the king of all flowers and a symbol for beautiful women. The lustrous mother of pearl was used to create such sumptuous flower patterns. The colors inside the lines of mother of pearl were enhanced with lacquer, gold and silver powder, etc. to elevate the vividness and splendor evoking the actual blossoming.    -Luxury Packaging: Wooden Gift...
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2010s Korean Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

3 Real stones Necklaces By Monica Erre
Located in Miami, FL
1: Smoked Quartz & Sardonix 2: Smoked Quartz & Ónix 3: Eye of Tiger All this pieces they Handmade and one of a kind, we made special orders.
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Agate

Constantin Box, A by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Constantin box, A by Colé Italia with Agustina Bottoni Dimensions: H.10/13 Ø 28 cm Materials: Jewel box in brushed solid oak wood stained black; brass knob Also available: B- Ca...
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2010s Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

Metal and sharkskin furniture box - Galucharme Black
Located in Spilimbergo, IT
Add a touch of luxury and sophistication to your environments with the Galucharme Black furniture box, an exclusive work by designer Nino Basso. Made of polished nickel-plated brass...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Metal

Gilmour Box by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Gilmour Box by Fakasaka Design Dimensions: W 28 cm D 12 cm H 10 cm. Materials: polished bronze. FAKASAKA is a design company focused on production of high-end furniture, lighting, ...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Bronze

Mademoiselle Georges Box III by Thomas Dariel
Located in Geneve, CH
Mademoiselle Georges box III by Thomas Dariel, Maison Dada Measures: D 16 x H 21 cm Material : Glossy glazed ceramic Mademoiselle Georges hails its name from Marguerite Georges,...
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2010s French Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Luna Box by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede
Located in Geneve, CH
Luna box by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede Signed, Limited edition Dimensions: L 22 x W 20 x H 6 cm Materials: Birch, oak and elm plywood LUNA is an author design with elegant cur...
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2010s Spanish Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Plywood

Mademoiselle Georges Box II by Thomas Dariel
Located in Geneve, CH
Mademoiselle Georges box II by Thomas Dariel, Maison Dada Measures: D 13 x H 25 cm Material : Glossy glazed ceramic Mademoiselle Georges hails its name from Marguerite Georges, ...
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2010s French Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Unique Jewelry Box by Atelier George
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique jewelry box by Atelier George One of a Kind Dimensions: Ø 90 cm Materials: Handblown glass Also available in ivory and light grey The Moire coll...
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2010s French Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Glass

Set of 4 White Frame 20 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 white frame 20 box by Lassen Dimensions: d 20 x w 20 x h 10 cm Materials: Melamin, Melamine, Metal, Veneer Weight: 2.00 Kg Frame box is a square box in a cubistic shape. The simple boxes are inspired by the Kubus candleholder by Mogens Lassen, that are based on strict mathematical formulas and designed with the greatest precision. The Frame boxes are available in three sizes: 10, 14 and 20, which can be combined to exactly match your storage needs. The cubistic boxes can be easily stacked on top of each other, as the handle contains a spring function, which is easily pressed down when a box is stacked on top of another box. The Frame boxes provide a flexible storage solution – perfect for storing office accessories...
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2010s Danish Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Metal, Other

Pearl Box by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pearl box by Fakasaka design. Dimensions: W 26 cm D 14 cm H 9 cm. Materials: polished bronze. Fakasaka is a design company focused on production of hig...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Dido Box by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Dido Box by Fakasaka Design Dimensions: W 15.5 cm D 15.5 cm H 9 Materials: polished bronze. FAKASAKA is a design company focused on production of high-end furniture, lighting, ...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Bronze

22:15 _ White Ceramic and Copper Details Handcrafted Jewelry Box
Located in Bologna, Bologna
The white painted ceramic box with lid 22:15 of the 'Meridiane' collection can be the container where you find a candy to relax after dinner, as well as the storage in which to put the jewelry on the night table before going to bed. This object is hand made in refined white ceramic and finished with precious copper based paint. It is a decorative piece that can be placed in any room of the house and give it a touch of uniqueness. The box is inspired by Casa Malaparte...
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2010s Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Copper

Modern jewelry boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern jewelry 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 jewelry boxes created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern jewelry boxes made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original jewelry boxes, popular names associated with this style include Agresti, AIREDELSUR, Paola Valle, and Portego. 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 jewelry boxes differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $71 and tops out at $299,000 while the average work can sell for $1,176.

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