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Style: Primitive
Handmade Artisan Oval Cherry Wood Box
Located in Malibu, CA
Handcrafted in cherry. in Shaker style by Jefferson Woodworks. Sturdy & well made in a heavy gauge panels.
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20th Century American Primitive Boxes

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Cherry

Spectacular American Grain Painted Strong Box, New England Circa 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
American Likely New Hampshire or Massachusetts, circa 1800. This stunning quality antique strong box or storage box is constructed with a light woo...
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Early 1800s American Antique Primitive Boxes

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Wood, Paint

Antique Primitive American Paint Decorated Tool or Document Storage Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique American storage box exudes a charming rustic appeal with its hand-painted design on a sturdy wooden surface. The box dates back to the 1800s and features ample space to store tools or documents, making it perfect for collectors or those who appreciate primitive decor. The brown color of the box adds a natural touch to any room and its simple, naive style fits seamlessly into any interior design theme. This piece is a must-have for antique enthusiasts who appreciate the history and craftsmanship of the past. Green & Brown paint. The Antique Primitive American Paint Decorated Tool or Document Storage Box is a unique and charming piece of American folk art. These boxes were commonly used in the 18th and 19th centuries to store tools, documents, or other small items. The box is typically made of wood and features a simple, rustic design. It may have dovetail or nailed construction, showcasing the craftsmanship of the time. The surface of the box is often hand-painted with decorative motifs or patterns, adding a touch of color and artistry. The paint decoration on these boxes can vary greatly, depending on the region and the individual artist. It may include floral designs, geometric patterns, or even scenic landscapes. The paint is typically applied in a folk art style, with bold brushstrokes and vibrant colors. These storage boxes were primarily functional, but the paint decoration adds an aesthetic appeal that makes them highly sought-after by collectors and enthusiasts of American folk art. They are a testament to the creativity and resourcefulness of early American craftsmen. The age and condition of an antique primitive American paint decorated tool or document storage box can greatly affect its value. Boxes in good condition with well-preserved paint decoration are particularly prized by collectors. This type of antique box serves as a fascinating glimpse into American history and the everyday lives of the people who used them. They make wonderful additions to collections of folk art, Americana, or vintage storage containers...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Primitive Boxes

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Wood, Paint

Primitive Pine Dough Box
Located in Baltimore, MD
25VJL114b Primitive pine dough box, measures :50”Lx22”Wx10”H Hungary, circa 1900, $240.00 Bread was an important staple for families who often had little ...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Primitive Boxes

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Pine

Antique 19th C American Primitive Wooden Distressed Paint Storage Tool Work Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique 19th C American Primitive Wooden Distressed Paint Storage Tool Work Box. Item features solid wood construction, distressed finish, very nice antique item, quality American cr...
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20th Century Primitive Boxes

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Wood

19th Century American Primitive Distressed Solid Wood Machinist Tool Box Storage
Located in Philadelphia, PA
19th Century Antique American Primitive distressed solid wood machinist tool box storage. Item features a small removable interior boxes, frame to i...
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19th Century Antique Primitive Boxes

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Wood

Early Primitive Robin Egg Blue Painted Tool Knife Box, 1860s
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is a fabulous blue tool carrier, with original robins egg blue paint, original and natural wear. It's rare to find original paint! It is square naile...
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1860s American Antique Primitive Boxes

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Wood

Primitive Pine Dough Box
Located in Baltimore, MD
Bread was an important staple for families who often had little else to eat. A steady supply required a lot of flour and hard work, frequently done cooperatively with groups of women sharing the kneading as well as the ovens. A dough box...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Primitive Boxes

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Pine

18th Century Oak French Silver Chest Strongbox
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful handmade oak silver chest. It was made to hold valuables such as silver coins, jewels or maps. This was the precursor to the modern day safe. It is...
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18th Century French Antique Primitive Boxes

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Iron

19th Century Primitive Polychrome Divided Country Grain Bin
Located in Milford, NH
A 19th century primitive, orange and black painted grain bin with divided compartments. A great conversation and statement piece that could even be used as a woodbox for kindling, to...
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19th Century American Antique Primitive Boxes

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Wood

Antique Export Tin Metal Transport 5 Gallon Canister Container with Wood Case
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique export tin metal transport canister container with wood case. Item features a solid wood frame, galvanized tin metal container, remnants of cork to mouth of canister, very nice antique item. Believed to be a 5 gallon...
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19th Century North American Antique Primitive Boxes

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Metal

Primitive Hand Carved Tripodal Tea Caddy Box with Metal Trim, Belgium 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Charming hand carved box with metal detail.
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1940s Belgian Vintage Primitive Boxes

Materials

Metal

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Antique Victorian mahogany storage box
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Victorian mahogany storage box having a quality antique mahogany storage box with red interior. D. 1860
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Early 19th Century Antique Primitive Boxes

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Mahogany

Antique Victorian mahogany storage box
Antique Victorian mahogany storage box
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H 3.94 in W 10.04 in D 6.7 in
19th Century Rectangular Antique Wooden Storage Chest
Located in Yonkers, NY
An old Indonesian wooden box from the 19th century with inlaid brass details, partitioned interior and rustic character. Caressing the annals of time with rustic elegance, this old I...
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Primitive Boxes

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Brass

Early 19th Century Persian Wooden Box
Located in London, GB
Early 19th century Persian wooden box A large Persian wooden box and marquetry called "Khatam Kari" with mosaic decoration of stars and geometric patterns, Middle East origin, early-19th century. This box is in overall good condition considering its age and use, it still has its original silk insert fabric firmly attached which is rare. Khatam kari is a fine and meticulous marquetry work, the oldest examples of which date back to the Safavid era: khatam was then so appreciated by the court that certain princes learned the technique as well as music, painting, or calligraphy. The “Khatam-kari” is therefore the “work of inlays”. This technique consists of making patterns, most often star shapes, by inlaying fine wooden sticks (ebony, Teak, jujube, orange tree, rose), brass (for the golden parts), and camel bone (white parts). The decorated objects are legion: boxes, chess or backgammon games, frames, pipes, desks, or even musical instruments. The khatam can also be associated with the famous Persian miniatures, thus realizing works of art. Coming from techniques imported from China and magnified by Persian know-how, this craft has existed for over 700 years. Size in inches: H 5” x W 15” x D 9.5” Age: 1830 - 1850 Origin: Persia Material: Mixed material Completely solid in structure and form, aged naturally across all the surfaces. This box does not have a key and therefore cannot be locked, it has had old repairs in blue ink as shown. With one replacement leg...
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Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Primitive Boxes

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Wood

Walnut Machinist's Factory Tool Box c.1940-FREE SHIPPING
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A Walnut machinist's tool box used to store cutting tools for a lathe. Dovetail joints. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940-195...
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Early 20th Century North American Primitive Boxes

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Felt, Wood

Wood Box
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Incredible wood box.   
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1940s French Vintage Primitive Boxes

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Wood

Wood Box
Wood Box
H 2.76 in W 7.09 in D 8.67 in
19th Century Indian Wooden Box with Brass Details and Distressed Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian wooden box from the 19th century, with brass details and weathered appearance. Topped with a rectangular lid fitted with a c-scroll handle and half opening to revea...
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19th Century Indian Antique Primitive Boxes

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Brass

"Pine Needle" model bronze box by TIFFANY & Co
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Bronze box with white and orange glass paste, Pine Needle model, made by TIFFANY & Co, (1837 to the present). Signed TIFFANY STUDIOS, NEW YORK, 823. USA, CIRCA 1910.
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1910s American Vintage Primitive Boxes

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Bronze

French Victorian Royal Strong Box
Located in New York, NY
French (19th century) small iron strong box featuring royal and manufacturer's insignia and side handles.        
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19th Century French Antique Primitive Boxes

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Iron, Wrought Iron

French Victorian Royal Strong Box
French Victorian Royal Strong Box
H 8 in W 15 in D 11 in
19th Century Swedish Painted Pine Tool Box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Swedish painted pine tool box circa 1890. Rustic made tool box in it's original blue paint. Pine box with painted metalwork on the corners.  Metal latch which allows ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Boxes

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Pine

Swedish Designer, Box, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A lidded pine box designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Primitive Boxes

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Pine

Swedish Designer, Box, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Swedish Designer, Box, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
H 4.08 in W 4.03 in D 3.98 in
Antique French Provincial Country Wooden Storage Caddy Tool Box Desk Organizer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French provincial country wooden storage caddy tool box desk organizer. Item features an attractive distressed finish, wonderful patina, solid wood construction, quality craf...
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19th Century Antique Primitive Boxes

Materials

Wood

7 Antique & Vintage Painted Folk Art Bentwood Boxes Shaker Pantry Storage
Located in Dayton, OH
Seven vintage and antique 20th century Shaker style miniature bentwood boxes painted in a variety of colors, two forming the image of a Halloween j...
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Early 20th Century Primitive Boxes

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Bentwood, Paint

Previously Available Items
Antique Primitive Wooden Red Painted Folk Art Keepsake Letter Box 11"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique primitive red painted wood keepsake letter trinket storage box with latch. Dimensions: 10.75" x 5.5" x 7.7" (Width x Depth x Height)
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Early 20th Century Primitive Boxes

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Hardwood

Antique Dovetailed Pine Farmhouse Lidded Keepsake Storage Letter Box
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique pine keepsake storage tea caddy / candle or letter box featuring fingertailed joinery and detached lid with nob handle. Size: 12".
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19th Century Antique Primitive Boxes

Materials

Pine

Antique Round Wooden Kitchen Pantry Shaker Spices Box Set Jars
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique round wooden kitchen pantry shaker spices box set jars. Item features a wooden round box, small spice boxes on the inside, original labels, very...
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Early 20th Century Primitive Boxes

Materials

Metal

Rustic Antique Western Conestoga Wagon Blanket Trunk 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Western American Conestoga wagon blanket chest offers wood construction with domed top trunk lid and tapered sides with iron straps and hinges, 19...
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19th Century American Antique Primitive Boxes

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Wood

Antique Galvanized Steel Metal Rustic Tool Box with Handle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Galvanized steel metal 17" rustic tool box with handle. Circa Early 1900s. Measurements: 8.5" H x 17" W x 9" D.
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Early 20th Century French Primitive Boxes

Materials

Metal

Coco de Mer, Ebony Box, Art, Decorative Sculpture, Late 19th/Early 20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great Coco De Mer box. This very organic sensual object has been carved and transformed for many countries thru the year. Including the name by the French and also for the UK because...
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Early 20th Century Asian Primitive Boxes

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Wood

19th Century Chinese Carriage Box
Located in Chicago, IL
A rustic 19th century Chinese elmwood carriage box with wonderful iron nailhead trim and traces of its original lacquered finish. Boxes like these were strapped to carriage and used ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Primitive Boxes

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Iron

19th Century Chinese Carriage Box
19th Century Chinese Carriage Box
H 7 in W 23.5 in D 16 in
Antique Cherry Wood American Rustic Dough Bread Box Trunk Chest Bin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique cherry wood American rustic dough bread box trunk chest bin. Item features remarkable aged patina, solid wood construction, beautiful wood ...
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Late 19th Century North American Antique Primitive Boxes

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Cherry

18th Century French Oak Strong Box
Located in Buisson, FR
Spectacular weathered wooden box with its wrought iron details and working lock. France, 18th century. Key of later date. For its high age in a good condition.   
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18th Century French Antique Primitive Boxes

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Iron

18th Century French Oak Strong Box
18th Century French Oak Strong Box
H 8.67 in W 10.63 in D 7.29 in
Early 20th Century Green Painted Tool Box
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming early 20th century American tool box with a large handle on top, four divided sections, and retaining its original army green paint. Perfect in your kitchen filled with sp...
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Early 20th Century American Primitive Boxes

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Wood

Primitive 17th Century Italian Walnut Box
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Primitive Italian walnut box with wrought iron lock and hinges.
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17th Century Italian Antique Primitive Boxes

Materials

Iron

Antique American Primitive Wood Iron Carpenters Cobblers Tool Box Work Caddy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Primitive wood and iron carpenters cobblers tool box work caddy on wheels. Item features remarkable authentic patina, cast iron rolling wheels, multiple compartments...
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19th Century North American Antique Primitive Boxes

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Metal

Primitive boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Primitive boxes for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, 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, folk art, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive boxes made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 $130 and tops out at $1,475 while the average work can sell for $538.

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