Spanish Colonial Boxes

SPANISH COLONIAL STYLE

After the conquest of Mexico in 1521 and the Philippines in 1565, Spain dictated a global culture. The colonization of territories in the Americas, Western Europe, Africa, Oceania and the Pacific imposed the values of Spain, including Catholicism, while the extraction of resources reinforced the empire’s wealth and power. Unlike many styles that came out of European colonialism, such as British Colonial, Spanish Colonial furniture and architecture frequently mixed local heritage with the artistic traditions of Spain.

Spanish Colonial furniture was informed by the shifting styles of Europe as well as Indigenous culture. There were Inca tapestries depicting Spanish coats of arms and Baroque chairs adorned with tropical flora. The butaca, a low easy chair popular in the Caribbean, was inspired by Rococo’s curving forms and the shape of precolonial seating. In New Mexico, Pueblo artisans carved chests with patterns reminiscent of Anasazi art.

Even within the homes of the wealthy, furniture was usually restricted to necessities like benches, desks, cupboards and chests. These were often ornately designed and especially important for storing prized goods like textiles. Spanish Colonial houses were built with adobe and clay and tended to be minimally decorated, so the style’s heavily carved wooden furniture pieces stood out against a home’s white stucco walls.

The Spanish Colonial period mostly came to an end after the territories achieved independence from Spain. However, its aesthetics continued to influence Southwestern style and Spanish Colonial Revival style after Spanish Colonial style was used extensively at San Diego’s 1915 Panama-California Exposition.

Find a collection of antique Spanish Colonial chairs, tables, bedroom furniture and other furniture on 1stDibs.

Style: Spanish Colonial

Vintage 1960s Spanish Revival Leather Embossed & Studded Box by La Vieja España

$350

Vintage 1960s Spanish Revival Leather Embossed & Studded Box by La Vieja España

Located in St. Louis, MO

Circa 1950s or 1960s Antique Spanish revival small barrel top aged leather box, with embossed diamond pattern & stars with iron studs painted black. Box has red lined interior, lock ...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Leather

Set of 2 Spanish Woven Wicker Olive Grape Harvest Basket

$590 / set

Set of 2 Spanish Woven Wicker Olive Grape Harvest Basket

Located in Miami, FL

Rustic Spanish chateau champagne grape harvesting basket constructed from woven wicker reeds. Features a thick braided top with handles ...

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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Wicker

Spanish Colonial Era 18th/19th Century Inlaid Cedar Wooden Chest Box Trunk

$1,650

Spanish Colonial Era 18th/19th Century Inlaid Cedar Wooden Chest Box Trunk

Located in Forney, TX

A charming scarce Spanish Colonial era parquetry inlaid cedar legged storage chest (large table box / small trunk) with nicely aged warm rich dark patina. circa 1790 Rustic handmade...

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18th Century Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Iron

Mexican Tortoiseshell and Pen-Engraved Cabinet

$55,000

Mexican Tortoiseshell and Pen-Engraved Cabinet

Located in Mexico, DF

Mexican cabinet. Made of tortoiseshell, pen-engraved and wood. Possible Oaxaca or Puebla, 17th century.

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17th Century North American Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Tortoise Shell

19th Century Spanish Colonial Leather Dome Trunk with Studded Decoration

$1,260Sale Price|47% Off

19th Century Spanish Colonial Leather Dome Trunk with Studded Decoration

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare and character-filled Spanish Colonial dome-top trunk, late 19th century, clad in original hair-on cowhide with geometric patterns formed from decorative metal studs. The rich,...

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Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Iron

Set of 8 Spanish Woven Wicker Olive Grape Harvest Basket

$2,400 / set

Set of 8 Spanish Woven Wicker Olive Grape Harvest Basket

Located in Miami, FL

Rustic Spanish chateau champagne grape harvesting basket constructed from woven wicker reeds. Features a thick braided top with handles ...

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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Wicker

Colonial Brazilian Rosewood Miniature Chest

$2,400

Colonial Brazilian Rosewood Miniature Chest

Located in Essex, MA

Portugese Colonial dwarf chest used for valuables. Raised panels with brass hardware. Six small drawers. Bun feet.

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1850s Brazilian Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Brass

Viceregal Chiseled Silver Casket, Decorated with Organic Motifs

$13,000

Viceregal Chiseled Silver Casket, Decorated with Organic Motifs

Located in Mexico City, MX

This incredible piece is made of silver embossed in the form of floral ornaments. These pieces belonged to prominent members of the nobility. In addition to their shape and possible...

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1750s Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Silver

Early 1900s French Embossed Leather Letter Box

$800

H 9.875 in W 12.375 in D 6.5 in

Early 1900s French Embossed Leather Letter Box

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… Dating to the early 1900s, this French letter box has tan leather with black faux marbling. The angled lid lifts to reveal three slots, each lined wit...

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Early 20th Century French Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Metal

18th Century Mexican Chest from New Spain

$2,569

H 2.56 in W 6.3 in D 2.76 in

18th Century Mexican Chest from New Spain

Located in Marbella, ES

Mexican chest. New Spain, 18th century. In polychrome wood. Slight paint losses on the lid. Measurements: 7 x 16 x 6.5 cm. Wooden chest from the vicerega...

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Mid-18th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Wood

1960s Vintage Italian Florentine Jewelry Box Chest

$105

H 4.5 in W 7.5 in D 4 in

1960s Vintage Italian Florentine Jewelry Box Chest

Located in Chula Vista, CA

AMBIANIC presents Very Vintage Italian Florentine Jewelry Box red and gold Florentine 7.5w x 4d x 4.5t fading present unrestored vintage missing...

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1960s Italian Vintage Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Gold

Large 19th Century Crystal Box with Blue Enamel Decoration

$1,650

H 7.5 in W 5.5 in D 5.25 in

Large 19th Century Crystal Box with Blue Enamel Decoration

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Gorgeous Large 19th Century Crystal Box with Blue Enamel Decoration and gilt fittings. Box is raised on paw feet and come with a key. Gilt fittings show signs of oxidation that can e...

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Late 19th Century Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Enamel

Woven Wicker Shopping Basket

$155

H 15.75 in W 16.25 in D 14.5 in

Woven Wicker Shopping Basket

Located in Bradenton, FL

A traditional shopping or gathering basket made of wicker. An arched handle of bentwood bamboo is wrapped with rattan secured to the braided rim of the basket.

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Late 20th Century Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Italian Decorative Chrome Box Italy 1960s

$250

H 1 in W 8 in D 7 in

Vintage Italian Decorative Chrome Box Italy 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage Italian decorative chrome box from the 1960s features an elegant brass top detail, exemplifying mid-century Italian craftsmanship and style.

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1960s Italian Vintage Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Case with Utensils, 19th Century

$1,403

H 3.15 in W 2.37 in D 1.19 in

Case with Utensils, 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Rectangular case with hinged lid made decorated with fine inlays of floral and floral elements on its faces, containing a set of toiletry set composed of various elements of grooming...

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19th Century European Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Metal, Other

Antique Wicker Grape Harvest Log Basket

$466

H 31.89 in Dm 21.26 in

Antique Wicker Grape Harvest Log Basket

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Antique Grape Harvest Log Basket – A A beautiful hand-made wicker basket from Turkey used to harvest grapes. The basket is constructed from a thick weave designed to withstand the h...

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Mid-20th Century Turkish Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Wicker, Wood

English Early 19th Century Penwork Box with Chinoiserie Decoration

$985

H 4 in W 11 in D 8 in

English Early 19th Century Penwork Box with Chinoiserie Decoration

Located in Atlanta, GA

English Early 19th Century Penwork Box with Chinoiserie Decoration

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19th Century English Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Poplar Iron Brass and Leather Travel Trunk Jewelry Box

$1,800

H 10 in W 16 in D 9 in

19th Century French Poplar Iron Brass and Leather Travel Trunk Jewelry Box

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a shelf or a master bath counter with this petite jewelry trunk. Crafted in France circa 1890 and built of poplar, the antique box is rectangu...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century English Inlaid Jewelry Box

$895

H 6 in W 11 in D 7 in

19th Century English Inlaid Jewelry Box

Located in Tampa, FL

This 19th century English jewelry box is a stunning example of fine craftsmanship. Heavily inlaid with intricate patterns, it showcases exceptional attention to detail and artistry. ...

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1890s English Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Textile, Wood

Antique Flemish Dutch Antwerp Red Tortoiseshell Box Cabinet Chest On Stand

$3,495

H 28.75 in W 22 in D 16 in

Antique Flemish Dutch Antwerp Red Tortoiseshell Box Cabinet Chest On Stand

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and exceptional Baroque period Flemish or Dutch red tortoiseshell, bone, horn, ebony, and rosewood lift-top chest with drawer, circa 1725, mounted on a later stand. 17th/18...

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Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Bone, Tortoise Shell, Rosewood, Horn, Wood, Ebony

Previously Available Items

Antique Mizner Spanish Box Circa 1800

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H 5.25 in W 7.25 in D 4.25 in

Antique Mizner Spanish Box Circa 1800

Located in Sarasota, FL

A Mizner Spanish / Mediterranean pierced copper & velvet box with red damask interior. The box is framed with elaborately scrolled vine-like acanthus over a red velvet fabric with di...

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Early 1800s Unknown Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Copper

Small Spanish Studded Leather Trunk, early 19th C.

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H 15.5 in W 21.5 in D 12 in

Small Spanish Studded Leather Trunk, early 19th C.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Small Spanish Studded Leather Trunk, early 19th century, with steel rivets in floral and line design on all four sides, a coffered lid, iron bail handles and a red lined interior. Th...

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Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Steel

Spanish Colonial Tooled And Painted Leather Trunk

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H 9.5 in W 22.5 in D 15 in

Spanish Colonial Tooled And Painted Leather Trunk

Located in Bradenton, FL

18th century Spanish Colonial tooled leather trunk/chest. Chest features an embossed floral motif in subtle colors of green, brown, and yellow with a decorative hand forged iron latc...

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18th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Leather

Vintage Hand Tooled Leather Covered Wooden Box

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H 4 in W 5.75 in D 3.75 in

Vintage Hand Tooled Leather Covered Wooden Box

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage hand tooled leather wooden box. Mexican tooled leather rustic box with felt lined interior. Spanish Colonial style handcrafted to...

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Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Leather

Engraved Trinket Souvenir Box South America, Ecuador 1960's

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H 3.5 in W 9.5 in D 5.5 in

Engraved Trinket Souvenir Box South America, Ecuador 1960's

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Engraved polychrome decoration on flat panels and intricate carved panels and hand painted panels with architectural buildings. Souvenir box with ...

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Mid-20th Century Ecuadorean Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Plastic

20th Century Spanish Colonial Style Ornate Leather & Nail Heads Document Chest

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H 10.75 in W 16.5 in D 9.5 in

20th Century Spanish Colonial Style Ornate Leather & Nail Heads Document Chest

Located in Germantown, MD

20th Century Spanish colonial style top grain Leather mount, brass ornate and nail head trims with dome top document chest. Newer Interior red felt liner. Metal drop down handles w...

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Late 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Metal

Important Novohispanic Archmesa 17th Century

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H 11.03 in W 16.93 in D 10.24 in

Important Novohispanic Archmesa 17th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Important Novohispanic Archmesa 17th Century in marquetry of bone, wood and tortoiseshell, Novohispana school with geometric motifs and wrought iron appliqués...

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17th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Bone, Wood

Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Tooled Leather Petaca Document Box

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H 7 in W 18 in D 14 in

Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Tooled Leather Petaca Document Box

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early 18th century Spanish Colonial petaca (document box) with cedar interior and domed top. Features of this petaca include: Soft and supple leather. Original iron hardware - hi...

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Early 18th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Leather

Small Spanish Travel Cabinet in Ebonized Wood Early 17th Century

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H 8.67 in W 10.63 in D 6.3 in

Small Spanish Travel Cabinet in Ebonized Wood Early 17th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Small Spanish travel cabinet in ebonized wood 17th century. Opening with two doors leading to seven drawers adorned with medallions painted in imitatio...

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Early 17th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Wood

Silver Filigree Jewelry Box

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H 2.17 in W 4.93 in D 3.94 in

Silver Filigree Jewelry Box

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Silver Filigree jewelry box Floral design solid silver perfect condition Origin France Circa 1940.

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1940s Vintage Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Silver

Colonial Chest in Ebony, Tortoiseshell and Bone Wood, Mexico End 17th Century

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H 5.52 in W 8.67 in D 5.12 in

Colonial Chest in Ebony, Tortoiseshell and Bone Wood, Mexico End 17th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Colonial chest in ebony, tortoiseshell and bone wood. Mexico, 18th century. Front with a drawer. Measures: 13 x 22 x 14cm. good condition.

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Late 17th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Wood, Ebony

Spanish Colonial Barniz De Pasto Lacquer Casket, Colombia, 1625-1650

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H 3.31 in W 5.24 in D 2.72 in

Spanish Colonial Barniz De Pasto Lacquer Casket, Colombia, 1625-1650

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An important Spanish colonial Barniz de pasto lacquer casket with the Jesuit IHS monogram and silver mounts Colombia, 1625-1650 L. 13.3 x W. 6.9...

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Mid-17th Century Colombian Antique Spanish Colonial Boxes

Materials

Silver

Spanish Colonial boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Spanish Colonial boxes for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 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, case pieces and storage cabinets, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Spanish Colonial boxes made in a specific country, there are North America, Europe, and Mexico 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 $75 and tops out at $55,000 while the average work can sell for $3,650.