British Boxes

19th century Victorian English wood playing card box with a Jack of Clubs painted on paper on the front and book paper all around.

A superb quality ladies’ travelling vanity case, veneered in richly figured coromandel wood with brass edging and escutcheons, the hinged lid opening to reveal a fitted interior line...

Mid Victorian Burr Walnut Jewellery Box/Collectors Cabinet with 4 Drawers behind Mirrored Doors on Plinth Base - 11"w x 9"d x 17"h

Hallmarked in Glasgow in 1910 by Aird & Thomson, this handsome, George V period, Antique Sterling Silver Presentation Casket, was presented to Robert Harvey Esq. on his retiremen...

Add a touch of Regency-era refinement to your decor with this stunning Vintage Plated Biscuit Box. Beautifully crafted with ornate neoclassical column detailing and a ribbed domed li...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver trinket box in the form of a table; an addition to the ornamental silverware collection This exceptional antique sterling silver trinket box has been modelled in the form of a 20th century table/cabinet. The surface of this antique trinket...

This exquisite late Victorian sycamore writing or stationery box exemplifies exceptional craftsmanship. Adorned with ebony banding and intricate brass corner mounts, the box is finis...

Of sarcophagus form with geometric brass stringing throughout, with embossed gilt-brass ring handles to the sides, the interior fitted with twin lidded lead-lined caddies separated by a glass mixing bowl, raised on brass paw feet. With a secret drawer.

English campaign oak dove tailed decanter box with brass side handles, fitted baise interior for original hand blown pinched bottles with mushroom stoppers. Early 19th Century.

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1876 by George Unite this striking Victorian antique sterling silver card case is of a rectangular form with a scalloped edge and a hinged lid. The surfac...

Rare and unusual George III tea caddy in the form of a ribbed bucket. The tea caddy of beautiful shape with a ribbed exterior carved from alternating panels of plain Sycamore and...

An outstanding English 19th century Gilt Metal and Velvet box. This wonderfully decorative box is raised by a flat base decorated with swaging foliate garlands leading to the body di...

A fine and impressive antique George IV English sterling silver vinaigrette; an addition to our silver boxes collection. This impressive antique G...

Antique 19th Century Victorian solid silver cigar box. Elegantly crafted, this box features a shaped central handle and two hinged lids that open to reveal a divided compartment. The...

This well executed antique musical jewelry box has no maker's marks, but presumed to have been made in Continental Europe in circa 1895 i...

A table cabinet parquetry-veneered in rosewood on the outside and opening (both with a hinged lid and front) to reveal a fitted interior with stumpwork-fronted drawers. The stumpwork...

Antique English shagreen cased six sided wooden tea caddy with nice silver mounts, bone finial and undivided interior. Comes with small silver pin to ...

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1835 by Taylor & Perry this remarkable William IV sterling silver vinaigrette is of a rectangular form with a hinged lid. The 'castle top' lid is deco...

A stunning, fine quality English Victorian brass-mounted walnut tea caddy, retailed by Wedgwood & Sons, 9 Cornhill, London. Exquisitely hand-crafted in the mid-19th century, rectangular chest form finished in rich burled walnut, having a shaped hinged lid featuring an inset Wedgwood Jasperware plaque of Cupid riding a lion. Locking, retaining the original key, the top opening to reveal an interior fitted with two lidded compartments, one lid marked B (black tea...

Pair of English mahogany serpentine inlaid slant top cutlery boxes with exterior Satinwood inlaid conch shells, satinwood and ebony inlaid interior stars, with original slotted fitt...

Edwardian Marquetry Sunburst Walnut and Burlwood Box, England, Late 19th Century A finely crafted Edwardian circular parquetry box, England, late 19th century. The lid is adorned wi...

English black lacquered and gilt stenciled figural pagoda hinged tea box with exterior gilt stenciled dragon motif, original interior pewter hand chased figural container with bone k...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique enamel and English silver filigree box; an addition to our silver ornamental collection. This except...

An Extremely Rare Charles II Confit Box Made, Most Probably, in London circa 1670, Maker's Mark of M With a Crown Above This very rare piece is circular in form and plain in design ...

A charming cylindrical box with a domed lid made of black lacquered papier-mâché, known as japanning, is decorated throughout with chinoiserie scenes featuring small figures in a gar...

Vintage 20th Century English solid silver cigar box. Elegantly crafted, this box features a reeded decoration throughout in adjacent placement. On the underneath of the box, there is...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, large antique Victorian English sterling silver combination scent bottle / vinaigrette; an addition to our diverse collectable silverware collection This exceptional and large antique Victorian sterling silver combination vinaigrette and scent bottle has an oval cylindrical shaped form. This exceptional bottle is comprised of a cut glass body, overlaid with impressive sterling silver covering embellished with pierced and embossed floral decoration, incorporating interlacing scrolling leaf and daffodil designs. The piece retains the original hallmarked screw fit cover to the antique scent bottle...

Lovely mid 19th century Scottish wall mounted salt box of staved construction, the shaped back with hinged lid over mixed wood half round body, bound in brass...

K0241 Attractive goncalo alves jewellery box with decorative scroll inlays, lined interior and original working lock with a key. This antique box is in home ready condition. c1820 ...

English Regency tea caddy, circa 1820s. Crafted in richly figured rosewood, this magnificent and highly unusual caddy is distinguished by extensive copper inlay and trim throughout. ...

The Malcolm Appleby Shooting Companion is a breathtaking collaboration with master engraver, Dr Malcolm Appleby MBE. A striking pairing of Britain's Cr...

Weathered late 19th century country English hat box featuring an oval form. Crafted from metal with a golden painted finish having an aged patina. The victorian era box is topped wit...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique William IV English sterling silver table snuff box; an addition to our collectable silverware collection. This exceptional antique William IV sterling silver snuff box has a rectangular, rounded form. The body of the box is embellished with impressive chased floral motifs accented with scrolling stem and foliate ornamentation, all on a matte background. The decoration to the body incorporates a chased single leaf design to each corner, emanating from the rounded lower portion. The upper rim of the body and swept sides of the cover are encompassed with a continuous band of engine turned decoration. The underside of the box features a further panel of engine turned decoration. This exceptional example of antique silverware is fitted with a hinged hallmarked cover embellished with an engine turned bordered rectangular vacant cartouche to the upper plateau. The cover is further embellished with an exceptional cast and applied domed, incurved border to the upper portion, matching the ornamentation to that of the body and continuing to an impressive floral thumbpiece to the anterior edge. This antique sterling silver snuff box opens to reveal the original gilded interior. Condition This antique sterling silver snuff box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The chased and applied ornamentation is all very sharp and the engine turned decoration is all very crisp. Full hallmarks struck to the interior of the box are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique silverware. Dimensions Length 9.8cm/3.9" Width 6.5cm/2.6" Height 4.3cm/1.7" Weight 8.2 troy ounces/253g Maker: Joseph Willmore...

Large Georgian table or master snuff box of cushion form having tortoiseshell veneered front, back and end caps with green stained mulberry burl bottom and lid, the lid with a wood h...

A Chippendale design mahogany tray of shaped rectangular form with shaped spindle gallery surround and open carrying handles to each side. Please note we are currently working to a ...

This 19th-century English keepsake box is crafted from richly toned wood and features brass corner inlays for durability and decorative appeal. Its heart-shaped escutcheon and workin...

A magnificent, fine and impressive, large and rare antique sterling silver cockerel sugar box; part of our continental ornamental silverware ...

English, circa 1867. An unusual antique biscuit barrel or humidor. The main body is formed of pressed glass with a greek key border, paneled window and a reeded edge. The glass rest...

English Victorian cormandel tea caddy decorated with mother of pearl and brass studs, circa 1850s. Cormandel was considered one of the most luxurious woods and only used on the fines...

An English small-sized wooden box, circa 1770-1800. This antique box from England has been lovingly hand-carved with four quartered-wheels at each inner corner of the central panel, ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual and rare antique Edwardian English sterling silver estate/housekeepers box; an addition to the ornamental silverware collection This e...

A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta case in the form of a horseshoe; an addition to our equestrian related silverware collection This fine antique Victorian sterling silver vesta case is realistically modelled in the form of a horseshoe. The surface of the body is embellished with embossed decoration reproducing the details of the horseshoe accented with bands of bright cut engraved undulating decoration. This fine Vesta case is fitted with a functional revolving rowel enhanced spur wheel striker to one side. The plain shaped hallmarked hinged cover features a subtly curved thumbpiece which secures to the opposing hinge of the hallmarked serrated panel/match striker. Condition This antique horseshoe...

Sterling Silver Machine Turned Engraved Cheroot Case W H Haseler Ltd. 1920 Hallmarked W.H.H Birmingham V Hallmark Engraving to front 85 grams

This late 19th century spectacle case has an elegant design of lacquered papier-mâché with mother-of-pearl inlay. The inlaid decoration depicts a spray of various flowers and is bord...

An early 20th century walnut cigar Humidor, circa 1900 with sterling silver corners and nameplate. This piece has a campaign feel the corners are perfectly moulded. The walls of the ...

A nice pair of horn of silver snuff or trinket boxes. One is hallmarked with English Sterling hallmarks the other I believe is silverplate. I cannot quite make out the date code but ...

Hallmarked in London in 1913 by Finnigans Ltd., this antique, George V, sterling silver box is decorated with engine-turned engraving and scattered fleur-de-lis motifs, and features ...

A rare English George II cellarette in the form of a pagoda, with removable top with brass acanthus knop or finial, side handles, and liner, as well as two drawers, and all raised on...

Rare Edwardian Classical sterling silver box. Made by George Henry Cowell in London in 1908. Rectangular with spread base and hinged cover. Cover top had beaded scrollwork mounted wi...

19th century lapis lazuli jewellery box with fruit decoration to lid in relief. The lid of the box features relief pietra dura with semi-precious stone inlays, including a Sienna mar...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver locking tea caddy; an addition to our silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique George III sterling silver locking tea caddy has a navette, paneled shaped form. The body of this silver tea caddy box is embellished with bands of bright cut engraved volute spiraling leaf ornamentation on a matte background to the upper and lower portions; these bands flank a plain undulating bordered panel. The ornamentation to the surface of the caddy alternates with panels of concave vertical fluted decoration. This antique Georgian tea caddy is retains the original hallmarked flush hinged covers; the flush hinge indicates the fine quality of this piece. The cover is embellished with further bright cut engraved undulating borders accented with bud motifs, in addition to simplified borders paralleling the domed paneled portion; the domed portions reflects the incurved shape of the body. This impressive cover is surmounted with a cast sterling silver urn style finial, in the Classic Adams style. The caddy retains the original fitted fully working lock and functional key. This sterling silver tea caddy is a highly desirable shape and style. Condition: This Georgian silver tea caddy...

This Victorian silver embossed bedside clock features a brass body clock complete with a brass-cased timepiece and lever escapement along with a solid st...

Hallmarked in London in 1899 by William Hutton & Sons Ltd., this ornate Victorian sterling silver biscuit box is set on an integrated footed tray raised on cast scroll feet, and ...

Antique Victorian quality rosewood writing box having a rectangular shaped quality rosewood lift up top opening to reveal a lift up writing surface opening to reveal two storage comp...

Heading : Tunbridge ware sewing box by Henry Hollamby c1875 Date : c1875 Period : Victoria Origin : Tunbridge Wells, Kent Decoration : Centre...

Green tortoiseshell tea caddy from England. With two interior covers raised on four silver ball feet. Circa 1870.

A Fine and Rare Late 18th Century George III Satinwood Octagonal Box, C.1790. The kingwood crossbanded sectional top with ebony and box stringing is finely laid around a central in...

Rosewood tea caddy with a molded lid and bun feet. The interior includes two lidded compartments and a central section fitted with a cut glass tumbler, likely used for mixing. Red em...

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1904 by Roberts & Belk, this stylish, Edwardian, antique sterling silver biscuit box, is cylindrical in shape, plain in style, standing on ball feet and fe...

Antique 19th century Victorian novelty solid silver table lighter, unusually shaped as a "guard tower", realistically modelled with simulated brick-work, door and archers windows, wi...