Brass Boxes

A refined mid-century alabaster box, expertly carved from solid stone with natural veining in soft, muted tones. The smooth, polished surface and clean lines highlight the beauty of ...

This sophisticated vintage faceted urn, handcrafted for Silvestri, is a stunning example of late 20th-century decorative art. Drawing inspiration from Art Deco and Hollywood Regency ...

Roberto Giulio Rida exquisite chartreuse 'Diamante Murano' glass box with thick glass ground and polished to create faceted fitted top with gilt brass base covered inside with steel,...

An ebony humidor lined with Spanish Cedar, inlaid with malachite banding on the sides and a map of Russia on the top with Diamonds showing the location of Moscow and St Petersburg and a gilt bronze Russian Brown Bear mounted...

Priora Box in Horn, Brass & Lacquered Wood with Ivory Gloss Finish by Arcahorn Dimensions: D 20 x W 28 x H 11 cm. Materials: Wood with lacquered ivory gloss finish, horn, and chromed...

Unique and beautifully hand crafted of abalone shell and brass and a copper head of turtle Has a lid that is considered to be the top of figurine box

Antique early 20th Century leather bound jewellery box. This charming box features a brass plaque and a round escutcheon plate. The interior includes two removable velvet lined trays...

A charming early tobacco box or tea cannister Unusual, large size Lovely soft contours which enhances the reflection of light in the interior Original condition including hinges length 21cm., 8 1/4" depth 7.5cm., 3" height 11cm., 4 1/2". The Dutch were the main importers of tobacco in the 18th century and manufactured tobacco boxes to sell with...

18th century Dutch brass tobacco box with hinged lid engraved with five circular medallions containing the busts of male noblemen figures with inscriptions and dates, the most recent...

A scarce fine quality antique silver-inlaid solid brass betel nut box (Lutuan), dating to the second half of the 19th / early 20th century, hand-crafted in Mindanao, Philippines. Boxes such as this were used to store the areca nut (also known as the betel nut) which would be wrapped in a betel leaf with lime paste and other ingredients, often tobacco, for chewing. Similar to the European tea caddy, these boxes often served as a way to impress while showing off ones wealth. Betel chewing was prevalent in the southern Philippines as in much of the rest of Southeast Asia. Wealthier Maranao families on Mindanao were able to afford elaborate silver-inlaid brass betel boxes such as this example. Such boxes were used to show off to guests and from which they were offered betel and the other component such as leaves and lime to make up the betel quid. Rare large size, most extant examples of such boxes tend to measure around 5 inches in length. At slightly more than 7.75 inches the example here is larger than most. The distinctive decorative box features a very heavy strong-box like rectangular shaped chest form with canted corners, copper handles, and a conforming hinged lid, lifting open to reveal an interior divided into three compartments covered by four hinged lids. Each of these doors is inlaid with silver in stylized orchid flower patterns. Exceptionally executed throughout, the arabesque silver inlaid exterior is decorated to the top with a large orchid motif within scrolling obid-obid (stylized rope) borders. The front, back and sides are inlaid with sets of stylized tail feathers of the sari-manok bird beneath which are unusual, highly stylized whimsical zoomorphic faces that appear like cat or tiger faces. (Such stylisation is accounted for by Southeast Asian Islamic preferences to avoid the overt and this potentially idolatrous representation of animal and human forms. Designs such as these are drawn from a local design repertoire that has its origins in wood carving. Although the spread of Islam in the Philippines began in the 14th century, mostly through the influence of Muslim merchants from the western Malay Archipelago, decorative arts in this design remain exceptionally rare. This lutuan represents a fine example of Islamic metalwork from the most eastern outreach of Islamic art and civilisation: Mindanao island being significantly further east than even China – artwork from Islamic Southeast Asia remains chronically under-represented in the world’s major collections of Islamic art. PROVENANCE / ACQUISITION Acquired from highly reputable auction house, Austin Auction Gallery, established 1983, Austin, Texas. References Brownrigg, H., Betel Cutters...

This Murano Glass Jewelry Box in Crystal with 24 Karat Gold Flecks embodies elegance and sophistication with its timeless design and luxurious m...

Agneta Box III in Aida Pebbled Leather, Horn, Brass, & Ebony Veneer by Arcahorn Dimensions: Ø 25 x H 16 cm. Materials: Leather, wood, brass, and horn. Round box in Aida pebbled leat...

Agneta Box I in Aida Pebbled Leather, Horn, Brass, & Ebony Veneer by Arcahorn Dimensions: Ø 13 x H 17 cm. Materials: Leather, wood, brass, and horn. Round box in Aida pebbled leathe...

Agneta Box II in Aida Pebbled Leather, Horn, Brass, & Ebony Veneer by Arcahorn Dimensions: Ø 20 x H 13 cm. Materials: Leather, wood, brass, and horn. Round box in Aida pebbled leath...

Hammered Art Deco Brass Jewelry Box vienna around 1920s Polished and stove enameled

An exceptional late Victorian or Edwardian-era table-top smoker’s cabinet (circa 1890–1910) crafted from richly grained English oak. This beautifully preserved piece serves as both a...

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...

Meissen Gorgeous Dual Lidded Rococo Box with Multicolored Paintings and Decorations of Relief Type. The box is edged by brass mountings. height: 6.0 cm (= 2.36 inches) width: 8.0 cm (= 3.14 inches) depth: 4.5 cm (= 1.77 inches) Manufactory: Meissen Blue Meissen Sword Mark isn't visible here, but authenticity guaranteed ! It is well known that early Meissen items of first half of 18th century - especially boxes and other objects of daily use - aren't always signed. Please note: Certificate of this Meissen item's authenticity attached to invoice will be sent ! FIRST QUALITY Dating: made circa 1750 (= PRE-MARCOLINI PERIOD !) Material: porcelain Technique: handmade porcelain / multicolored painted and glazed painter's sign existing SPECIFICATIONS: Dual lidded (= RARITY !) oblong box with rounded edges. It is abundantly ornamented with various multicolored paintings decorating the item's walls in finest manner: °the outer walls of box as well as inner and outer side of one lid are painted with flowers (for example roses, iris flower, dahlias etc.) °outer side of second lid is painted with veduta (= village situated at lake where a boat with three men is visible) °inner side of second lid is painted with animals (= cock and brooding hen...

Fabulous Indian box made of bone and pierced brass with a wood bottom.A very nice design. Turn of the century, India.

This exquisite set of two rectangular boxes is masterfully crafted from antique shagreen, showcasing a unique cosmos pattern that elegantly marries modern design with classic luxury....

Lacquered Round Container with Brass, Saffron Black, Viya by Vikram Goyal Lacquered round container with brass. Handmade in India. With moniker’s such as red gold, exquisite thread...

The “Peacock Box” set by R&Y Augousti is a true masterpiece of modern luxury, where organic form meets exceptional craftsmanship. The distinctive, fluid shapes of these boxes cre...

This Antique Carved Cinnabar Box. China. Early 20th Century with Dragon Cover and date to approximately 1920. The box is composed of brass with a vibrant blue enamelled interior and ...

The "Victoria" Box Set by Kifu Paris is crafted from luxurious black pen shell, bringing a natural depth and shine that only this material can offer. The smooth, lacquered finish of ...

This handsome box is a treasure. Sure to please anyone!

The "Coco" round box in black shagreen with bronze patina brass exudes unparalleled luxury and craftsmanship. Its impeccably quilted shagreen surface is a tactile masterpiece, echoin...

More than simply a jewelry box, this exquisite piece is an authentic 19th-century French commode de maîtrise, thoughtfully repurposed today as a luxurious storage cabinet for jewelry...

The "Victoria" Box Set by Kifu Paris exudes luxury and craftsmanship, featuring two exquisite boxes in cream shagreen, each adorned with bronze patina brass accents and a striking se...

Brass Bin, Saffron Ecru with Lid, Viya by Vikram Goyal Lacquered wood bin with brass. Handmade in India. With moniker's such as red gold, exquisite thread or golden light, saffron ...

An English gentleman’s traveling chest circa 1860, made by J.Braman. Framed in brass with ornate brass floral inlay. The interior is lined with red velvet and red leather with gilt t...

The "Coco" round box in grey shagreen with bronze patina brass exudes unparalleled luxury and craftsmanship. Its impeccably quilted shagreen surface is a tactile masterpiece, echoing...

Featuring a sleek contemporary design, this modern 21st Century watch case showcases an oak carcass with brass hinges and lock, covered in a fine pollard oak trim. Upon opening, it r...

The "Coco" round box in cream shagreen with bronze patina brass exudes unparalleled luxury and craftsmanship. Its impeccably quilted shagreen surface is a tactile masterpiece, echoin...

The Coco box collection by Kifu Paris exemplifies luxury through its intricate design and meticulous craftsmanship. This set of three quilted boxes in cream shagreen, framed with a b...

This is a mid-century vintage solid brass trinket box by Chapman. This brass trinket box has a black velvet lining to the interior and its original sticker on the underside. This gla...

Brass Bin, Saffron Black with Lid, Viya by Vikram Goyal Lacquered wood bin with brass. Handmade in India. With moniker's such as red gold, exquisite thread or golden light, saffron...

This vintage stone box is a sophisticated example of mid-century decorative design, combining the natural beauty of richly veined stone with the precision of geometric brass inlay. T...

With rectangular hinged top with brass stringing and central blank inscription plaque.Interior with B&H label and tin lined. Conforming case with brass stringing. Sides with recessed...

Exceptional studio glass box by renowned American-Austrian artist Jack Ink. Glass with inclusions and cast brass.This unique piece features a sinuous, undulating form with a shallow ...

This is a hand made custom jewelry box. It is made from cherry wood, and has many special features. The corners of the box are made with hand cut dovetails. The trays inside the box ...

This substantial decorative box, produced by the renowned Maitland Smith in the 1970s, is a prime example of high-end Post-Modern craftsmanship. The exterior features a meticulous te...

An unusual burnished steel and brass box on custom made steel and brass stand. England, 19th century.  

This vintage marquetry inlaid wood box is a beautifully crafted example of fine decorative woodworking, showcasing exceptional attention to detail and timeless design. Constructed fr...

Very fine. Early 19th century Napoleon tea caddy. Brass inlay. Crystal vessel (not original).

An exceptional 19th century rosewood tea caddy, originating from Saint Croix in the Virgin Islands, crafted in the English taste. This rare island piece is...

Playful sophistication meets masterful craftsmanship in this vintage Maitland Smith tessellated stone apple box. Handcrafted in signature inlaid marble with vibrant tones of russet, ...

This 19th century Austrian Biedermeier miniature commode is a beautifully crafted piece . The details and quality of this item make it a lovely accessory. Makes a nice gift. 9w x 5...

A very rare Louis Vuitton “high trunk” trunk (from French “Malle Haute”), circa 1900's, features orange “Vuittonite“ canvas, all brass hardware, and leather trims. It is rare to find...

A stylish antique Art Deco English tortoise shell box with gilt brass interior, circa 1920. A fabulous accent piece for any room.

Elegant pewter jar, model 364, by Estrid Ericson and Nils Fougstedt. Rectangular form with rounded corners, rim lined with brass. Lid decorated with a verse from a 1642 poem by the S...

This cigar box combines brass with cedar wood, offering a sophisticated and durable storage solution. Its hinged lid ensures easy access while securely protecting cigars. The design ...

Textured copper box with brass detailing. The exterior of the box features pebbled like texture, perfectly patinated with brass hinges, ball feet and detailing. The hinged box is per...

Heavyweight, extra large, carved alabaster hinged box. We sourced this ourselves in June 2026 in Florence, Italy, and brought it to 1stDibs. This scale and shape are increasingly mor...

This is a small antique seamstress' button box. A Japanese, brass decorative tin, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Delicately crafted bo...

Gorgeous hand-made inlaid "sea" motif lacquered jewelry box by Ercalano of Italy, circa 1990s. The box is in very good vintage condition and measures 6"W x 6"D x 4"H. The piece has ...

A well-made antique, circa 1830, English tea caddy with stunning marquetry inlays, warm coloring, superb detailing, and luminous rich patina! When tea first arrived in Europe in t...

Antique 19th-Century German Bread Box, charming and well-preserved. A German bread box dating from the mid to end 19th century. Discovered at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany, th...

Beautiful rare jewelry box in a faux textured leather finish with wood frame , and patinated solid brass feet accents excellent condition elegant.

This is an antique Victorian Coromandel scent bottle box of domed form with elaborate decorative brass mounts with inset attractive Pietra Dura cabochons, circa 1860 in date. The domed lid reveals three cut glass bottles with stoppers. The box has a working lock with key. Provenance: The Dr. Lawrie Webster Collection of Boxes...

A regency tea caddy made of rosewood inlaid with brass. Bronze dore feet are a winged lion with flowers and fruit. A wonderful and desirable shape. E...