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Modern 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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Ceramic Monkey Teapot , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The Monkey Teapot by Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts is a captivating blend of artistry and African cultural symbolism. Hand-sculpted and hand-painted by Senzo Duma in South Africa, this tea...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

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Ceramic

Sable Ceramic Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Sable Jewelry Box Hand Painted by Sabelo and Sculpted by Sbusiso Discover the enchanting beauty of the Sable Jewelry Box, a remarkable piece of decorative art crafted by Love Art Cer...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

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Ceramic

Set of 2 Acacia Nun Vases by Matthias Scherzinger
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Acacia Nun vases by Matthias Scherzinger Limited edition of 30 pieces, each colour each size Engraved brass-label with number Dimensions: L 14.5 x W 14.5 x 46 cm L 19 x...
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2010s German Modern Boxes

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Wood

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 Boxes

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Ceramic

Ceramic Monkey Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This ceramic Monkey jewelry box, handcrafted by Sabelo Nene at Love Art Ceramic studio in South Africa, stands 6 inches high, 4 inches long, and 4 i...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

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Ceramic

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 Boxes

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Metal

Pair of Grey Italian Pottery Covered Table Boxes, 20th Century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of figural Italian pottery covered boxes. In the form of grey pears with a twig and leaf stem. A charming pair of figural boxes! Marke...
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20th Century Italian Modern Boxes

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Pottery

Ceramic Tiger Box, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This ceramic tiger box from Love Art Ceramic is not just a piece of art; it's a symbol of strength, beauty, and craftsmanship. Handmade by talented artisans Sbusiso and Minenhle Nene...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

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Ceramic

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 Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Three of Gordon Bunshaft's from SOM Architects Personal Pipes
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of three personal tobacco pipes that belonged to renowned architect Gordon Bunshaft of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM). These pipes offer a rare and personal glimpse i...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Boxes

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 Boxes

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Ceramic

Scientific Calendar in Brass and Marble for the 40 Years, 1991-2030.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Scientific calendar in brass and marble for the 40 years, 1991-2030. Scientific calendar in brass and marble, for the 40 years, calendar 1991-2030, crown of a royal family, in its o...
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20th Century European Modern Boxes

Materials

Marble, Brass

Blue/White Incised Horn Box
Located in New York, NY
Modernist graphic patterned blue and white bone box with hand incised horn tiles. Wood interior.
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Boxes

Materials

Bone, Wood, Horn

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 Boxes

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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 Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Protea And Bird Ceramic Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Protea Bird Jewelry Box Discover the exquisite Protea Bird Jewelry Box, a remarkable ceramic art piece from Love Art Ceramic, crafted in South Africa in 2024. Standing at 7 inches hi...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

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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 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 Boxes

Materials

Wood

Ceramic Buffalo And Monkey Sculpture , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Senzo Duma Ceramics presents a striking ceramic Buffalo & Monkey sculpture, standing 9 inches tall with dimensions of 11 inches in length and 5 inches in width. Hand-painted by Mlu, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

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Ceramic

Bowl, Jean François Reboul
Located in Paris, FR
Bowl by Jean François Reboul made of clay and enamel using Raku technique. 2019. “Certificate of Authenticity” provided by the gallery. Jean...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Modern Sterling Silver Box with 1930s Australian Imperial Force Association
Located in New York, NY
Modern sterling silver box, ca 1935. Rectangular with straight sides and curved corners. Cover hinged with tapering tab. Cedar lined interior and leather-lined underside. On cover t...
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Mid-20th Century Australian Modern Boxes

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

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 Boxes

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Silver

Contemporary Unique Black Document Box with Bull Design by Arijian
Located in Namyangju-si, KR
This artwork uses mother of pearl to re-interpret 'A Bull,' which is an iconic work by one of the most celebrated South Korean artists in modern and contemporary painting...
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2010s South Korean Modern Boxes

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Wood

Bowl, Jean François Reboul
Located in Paris, FR
Bowl by Jean François Reboul made of clay and enamel using Raku technique. 2019. “Certificate of Authenticity” provided by the gallery. Jean-Fra...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes

Materials

Enamel

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 Boxes

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Ceramic

Japanese Kazaribako Glass Box Kyohei Fujita
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Kazaribako "Ornamented Box" made of glass by Japanese artist Kyohei Fujita (1921-2004) circa 1980s. The hand-blown glass box with fitting lid is of an oval shape, slightly irregula...
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1980s Japanese Vintage Modern Boxes

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Silver

English Modern Sterling Silver Box with Scottish Agate Thistle
Located in New York, NY
English Modern sterling silver box, 1919. Rectangular with straight sides. Cover curved and hinged with short tab; on top inlaid agate in form of stylized thistle in rondel. Silver l...
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1910s British Vintage Modern Boxes

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Agate, Sterling Silver

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 Boxes

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Shagreen, Wood

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 Boxes

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Plywood

Morpho Blue Butterfly Frame in White Oak and Brass by Cam Crockford
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Morpho blue butterfly frame in white oak and brass by Cam Crockford Additional Information: Materials: White oak - brass - linen - blue morpho butterfly...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes

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Brass

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 Boxes

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Ceramic

Saturn and Pluto Box, Marble and Brass, by Bohinc Studio
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The box’s interlocking shapes reference this year’s exceptional planetary conjunction between Saturn and Pluto. The Saturn and Pluto box features three brass round compartments with tops in calacatta, red travertine and portoro marble. Handmade in Italy using a mix of handmade metalwork and 3-D milled marble parts. Please note that no two marbles are alike and there will be variations in the pattern as well as in the colour of the pieces. Please note that even though brass is protected by clear varnish, it may still oxidise over the years which is a natural ageing process. Each object is individually numbered and comes with a signed Certificate of authenticity to prove that it is Bohinc Studio...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Boxes

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Marble, Brass

Set of Twelve Red Shagreen Napkin Rings by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian red shagreen and stainless steel napkin rings with matching red leather boxes designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy Each ring has diameter 1.5 inches and wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes

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Stainless Steel

Daam Dah 7-1, a Unique Black Glass Lidded Box with Gold Detail by Choi Keeryong
Located in London, GB
Daam Dah 7-1 is a unique black cast glass lidded box with 23.5 carat gold leaf, by the South Korean artist, Choi Keeryong. When casting glass, tiny bubbl...
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2010s European Modern Boxes

Materials

Gold Leaf

Ceramic Tiger Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
As a symbol deeply rooted in African culture, the tiger holds a special significance. While tigers are not native to Africa, they often symbolize strength, courage, and resilience qu...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 4 Dark Grey Frame 10 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 dark grey frame 10 box by Lassen Dimensions: D 10 x W 10 x H 10 cm Materials: finér, melamin, melamine, metal, veneer Weight: 0.85 Kg Frame Box is a square box in a c...
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2010s Danish Modern Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Pixel Ziggurat Boxes by Oeuffice
Located in Geneve, CH
Pixel Ziggurat boxes by Oeuffice Edition: 12 + 2AP 2012 Dimensions: 25 x 25 x 55 cm Materials: Wood box, acrylic The Pixel edition is a playful interpretation of the Ziggurat ...
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2010s English Modern Boxes

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Set of 4 Smoked Oak Frame 20 Box by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 smoked oak 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...
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2010s Danish Modern Boxes

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Metal, Other

Modern Etched Brass Coaster Bar Set Presented in an Agate Decorated Lucite Box
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
These modern brass coasters are etched with a snakeskin animal pattern and are presented in a Lucite box decorated with a Rose Quartz Agate cabochon. This unique and bespoke coaster set is part of the Egg Designs Dawa luxury bar set collection and will be a great addition to any home cocktail...
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2010s South African Modern Boxes

Materials

Quartz, Brass

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 Boxes

Materials

Wood

Italian modern plastic storage for Olivetti, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern plastic storage for Olivetti, 1970s White plastic storage box. It has three compartments, two of equal size and one larger. The logo is printed on two sides. It can al...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Boxes

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Plastic

1994s Ancella Armchair Project by M. Lovi for Giovannetti Collezioni
Located in Casalguidi, IT
A unique bedroom armachair - elegant, comfortable and functional at the same time. Ancella is suitable for the bedroom and dressing-room. Beechwood frame. Shape-retaining polyuretha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes

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Fabric, Wood

Ash Do-Ri Tray by Matthias Scherzinger
Located in Geneve, CH
Ash Do-Ri tray by Matthias Scherzinger. Dimensions: L 47.4 x W 19.8 x H 6.5 cm. Materials: ash: white stained lacquered. inside tin: hard wax. Also available in Olive Ash and ...
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2010s German Modern Boxes

Materials

Ash

Modern Copper Straw Bar Set Presented in an Agate Decorated Lucite Box
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
These modern copper straws are presented in a Lucite box decorated with a Rose Quartz Agate cabochon. This unique and bespoke copper straw set is part of the Egg Designs Dawa luxury bar set collection and will be a great addition to any home cocktail bar...
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2010s South African Modern Boxes

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Quartz, Copper, Brass

Box in Polished Bronze by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Ashtray, box in polished bronze by FAKASAKA Design Dimensions: W 15.5 x D 15.5 x H 13 cm Materials: Polished bronze.  
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2010s Brazilian Modern Boxes

Materials

Bronze

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 Boxes

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Agate

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...
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2010s Danish Modern Boxes

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Metal, Other

Set of 2 Round Trays, Fog White, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 2 round trays, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home. Dimensions: Medium: D.40.5 x H.4cm D.15.94 x H.1.57 In Large: D.51 x H.4cm D.20...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes

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Wood

Set of 3 White Ash Nun Vases by Matthias Scherzinger
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 white ash nun vases by Matthias Scherzinger Limited edition of 30 pieces, each colour each size Engraved brass-label with number Dimensions: Small: L 14.5 x W 14.5 x 46 c...
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2010s German Modern Boxes

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Ash

Large La Che Basket by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large la che basket by Sebastian Herkner. Materials: 100 % natural fique agave. Technique: hand-woven in Colombia. Dimensions: diameter 78 cm x height 30 cm Available in colors...
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2010s Colombian Modern Boxes

Materials

Natural Fiber

Sunchos Basket I by Pauline Deltour
Located in Geneve, CH
Sunchos basket I by Pauline Deltour Materials: 100% recycled Polypropylene Dimensions: D 30 x W 30 x H 53 cm Available in colors: salmon/ lilac/ turquoise, black/ white, orange/ ...
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2010s German Modern Boxes

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Plastic

Alexandra Von Furstenberg Acrylic Treasure Box in Bronze - Medium Storage Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a bold pop of modern glamour to your space with this acrylic treasure box by Alexandra Von Furstenberg, featuring a striking Bronze. Made from high-quality Lucite, this chic deco...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes

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Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Alexandra Von Furstenberg Acrylic Treasure Box in X Print - Medium Storage Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a bold pop of modern glamour to your space with this acrylic treasure box by Alexandra Von Furstenberg, featuring a striking black and white X print. Made from high-quality Lucit...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes

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Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Alexandra Von Furstenberg Acrylic Treasure Box in Ruby - Medium Storage Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a bold pop of modern glamour to your space with this acrylic treasure box by Alexandra Von Furstenberg, featuring a striking Ruby. Made from high-quality Lucite, this chic decora...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes

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Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Alexandra Von Furstenberg Acrylic Treasure Box in Leopard - Large Storage Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a bold pop of modern glamour to your space with this acrylic treasure box by Alexandra Von Furstenberg, featuring a striking Leopard Print. Made from high-quality Lucite, this ch...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes

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Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Alexandra Von Furstenberg Acrylic Treasure Box in Leopard - Medium Storage Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a bold pop of modern glamour to your space with this acrylic treasure box by Alexandra Von Furstenberg, featuring a striking Leopard Print. Made from high-quality Lucite, this ch...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes

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Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

22:15 _ White Ceramic and 24-K Gold 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 24k gold 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 Boxes

Materials

Gold

Alexandra Von Furstenberg Acrylic Treasure Box in Black - Large Storage Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a bold pop of modern glamour to your space with this acrylic treasure box by Alexandra Von Furstenberg, featuring a striking bright Black. Made from high-quality Lucite, this chi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes

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Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Alexandra Von Furstenberg Acrylic Treasure Box in Sapphire - Large Storage Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a bold pop of modern glamour to your space with this acrylic treasure box by Alexandra Von Furstenberg, featuring a striking Sapphire. Made from high-quality Lucite, this blue ch...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes

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Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Alexandra Von Furstenberg Acrylic Treasure Box in Red - Medium Storage Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a bold pop of modern glamour to your space with this acrylic treasure box by Alexandra Von Furstenberg, featuring a striking Red. Made from high-quality Lucite, this chic decorat...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes

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Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Modern boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern 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 boxes created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, case pieces and storage cabinets, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern 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 boxes, popular names associated with this style include Agresti, AIREDELSUR, Lusitanus Home, and Greenapple. 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 boxes differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $27 and tops out at $299,000 while the average work can sell for $1,145.

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