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Style: Victorian
Gilt Bronze, Pearl and Enamel Singing Bird Box by Bontems, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
A stunning gilt bronze and seed pearl singing bird box by Bontems of Paris - CIRCA 1890. The bird rises from beneath the enamal oval lid and is sure to delight!
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Late 19th Century French Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

English Victorian Decoupaged Horse Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian-style (20th century) decoupage decorated box with horse and rider design (signed).       
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20th Century Victorian Boxes

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Small Box with Gilded Interior
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian sterling silver small box with gilded interior. Made in Birmingham, 1860 Maker : Alfred Taylor Fully hallmarked. Approx Dimensions - Size : 6 x 4 x 1 cm ...
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1860s British Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Silver

Large Victorian Box, Mahogany on Oak, England, circa 1840
Located in Regensburg, DE
Large early Victorian box, Mahogany on oak, England circa 1840 Large body in mahogany veneered on oak. In the lid with fan inlay work in maple. Standing on 4 carved feet. Inside with 1 brass...
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1840s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Mahogany

Burl Walnut Cigar Box Humidor with Brass Tracery, English, circa 1880
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Burl walnut Ciar box humidor with intricate brass tracery, English, circa 1880. Dimensions: D 7.75”, W 10.75”, H 4.75”.
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1880s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Brass

19th Century Walnut and Brass Dome-Top Wood English Sewing Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
English walnut and brass dome-top box with Mother-of-Pearl, ca. 1860. With 6 sewing tools, 4 have mother of pearl handles, 7 pieces of circular fabric sam...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Murano Bohemian Gilded Box France, 1887
Located in Queens Village, NY
Looking for a rare and exquisite addition to your collection? Look no further than this stunning Milky Opaline Murano glass box! With intricate and colorful floral patterns adorning its surface, this box is sure to be the centerpiece of any collector. Crafted by skilled artisans in France in the late 1800s, this box is a true piece of history. And with its perfect condition, with no chips or cracks, it's as though it was just created yesterday. The beauty of this antique Opaline Murano glass box is only surpassed by its rarity. Signed on the bottom with "decorate a mano "cemedex" murano eb87," this piece is a true gem for collectors and enthusiasts alike. The fine and colorful flower pattern that adorns the box is exquisitely crafted and showcases the immense skill of the French artisans who made it. This antique box, dating back to approximately 1887, is a testament to the enduring appeal of French craftsmanship. The perfect condition of this box, with no chips or cracks detected, is a testament to its exceptional care throughout the years. Don't miss out on the chance to own this one-of-a-kind piece of history and bring a touch of elegance to your home or office. We are selling this beautiful art piece on different platforms; please check availability before purchasing. More photos may be provided if necessary. Storyteller: Claire, an antiquarian, loved opaline glass. One day she saw the Milky Opaline Murano glass box. Because of its gorgeous and bright floral motifs, she knew it would be the centerpiece of her collection. The gift gave her a strange sense of humor. It was as if the box could communicate, telling her about its past owners. Claire took the box to investigate its mystery. Claire studied the box for days. She noticed details and felt a growing affection for the craftsman who crafted it centuries ago. She recognized the box was a genuine historical treasure when she found it at The bottom, tiny text says, "Hand-decorated: decorate a mano "cemedex" murano eb87." After discovering how Opaline glass's stunning floral patterns were made, Claire appreciated its uncommon beauty. Claire discovered that the antique box was more than simply a gorgeous piece; it symbolized the necessity of preserving one's history. She valued family treasures and their stories. She asked her parents and grandparents about their lives and learned about her family's traditions and customs. After discovering how Opaline glass's stunning floral patterns were made, she appreciated its uncommon beauty even more. Claire discovered that the antique box was more than simply a gorgeous piece; it symbolized the necessity of preserving one's history. She valued family treasures and their stories. She asked her parents and grandparents about their lives and learned about her family's traditions and customs. The ancient box...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Gold Leaf

Victorian Beaver Silk Top Hat with Custom Leather Hat Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Victorian Beaver silk Top hat in very good condition, by Tress and Company, London, England. With a custom lined leather hat box for storage. The...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Silk, Leather

19th Century Rosewood Dressing/Jewellery Box
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian Rosewood Dressing table box with Mother of pearl car-touché to the centre of the lid, the lid does have age related shrinkage. To the inside of the lid it has a blue velvet...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Rosewood

Silver and Tortoiseshell Singing Bird Box by Bontems, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Singing bird box by bontems of Paris, Circa 1900. Tortoisesheel embellished with sterling silver, with silver and enamel lid.
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Early 1900s French Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Silver

Antique Early Victorian Flame Mahogany Work Side Sewing Table
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality early Victorian C1840 flame mahogany work side sewing table box. This is a lovely item, that is full of age, charm and character. An attractive, rare and v...
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1840s Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Wood

19th Century English Paper Mâché Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand painted papier mâché box with original perfume bottles.
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Wood

Magnificent Victorian 19th Century Toilet Box
Located in Madrid, ES
19th Century toilet box. Magnificent Victorian period toilet box, made of Mahogany veneer. Rectangular in shape, this kit includes original Crystal contain...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Silver Decorative Table Snuff Box 1861 Horse Racing
Located in London, GB
An impressive Antique Victorian solid Silver Table Snuff Box with an ornate chased border and an engraved horse racing scene on the lid. The rectangular Box has a decorative shaped b...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Two Matching Victorian Celluloid Boxes 'Jewelry Box & Glove Box', circa 1890
Located in Incline Village, NV
From the same estate come two American, late 19th century matching Victorian celluloid boxes; typical of that era, they are highly decorated. The top of the jewelry box shows a pretty young lady; incorporating a floral motif with pink roses and a wreath like frame around the subject on a black background. Multiple cream colored stars complete the decor. The lady is very elegantly dressed with a powder blue...
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1890s American Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Plastic

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Perfume Bottle Apothecary Caddy Box Casket
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th century burl walnut wooden box with decorative brass plaque on the lid, containing two glass or crystal perfume bottles with brass caps. Measure: 5".  
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19th Century Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Brass

English Victorian Style Wood Inlaid Box
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian-style rectangular light wood box with star and diamond shape inlays, with 3 compartments.  
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Late 19th Century Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Wood

English Victorian Oak Lap Desk Box
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian oak and walnut trim lap desk box with nail head and brass filigree design.  
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Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Brass

American Victorian Crystal Powder Box
Located in New York, NY
American Victorian crystal powder box with gold etched cover.  
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Late 19th Century American Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Gold

19th Century Early Victorian Deed Document Solictor Stackable Steel Boxes
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Collection of six sheet steel and hinged document boxes, with decorative squat Swiss style shields hand painted with dates and numbers. Dating from 1850 to 1860 with differing amo...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Steel

Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Snuff Box by Yapp & Woodward, 1845
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1845 by Yapp & Woodward, this attractive, Victorian, antique sterling silver snuff box, features cast flo...
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1840s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

J. Holdcroft Majolica Japonisme Cobalt Box & Cover, Signed, English, ca. 1880
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Joseph Holdcroft Majolica Japonisme square shaped box and cover, glazed in cobalt blue, with relief molded flying cranes, flowering prunus branches, and squirrels, the cover bordered...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Majolica

English 19th Century Trinity House Dressing Box with Three Masted Schooner Inlay
Located in Wells, ME
English rosewood 19th century Trinity House dressing box with perspective cube inlay to three sides and a British three masted square rigged schooner inlaid to the top; she is sailing on a white capped sea. Various woods were used for the inlays including ebony, rosewood, walnut, satinwood, boxwood and sycamore. The interior is original with tartan paper in the top and a lift out dressing tray with three lidded inlaid compartments . Circa 1870 Trinity House is the name for the lighthouse keepers service, members of whom take care of lighthouses and other navigational aides including buoys in shipping channels. Trinity House boxes...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Rosewood

Burl Walnut and Brass Embellished Money Box, English, ca. 1860
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Burl walnut Money Collection box with tacked brass plates and escutcheon plate, with slotted top, with orginal lock and key.   
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Walnut

A Fine & Rare Sterling Silver Snuff Box Made For The Great Exhibition of 1851
By Foxall & Co.
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A fine and rare 19th century sterling silver snuff box made specifically for the Great Exhibition of 1851, held at the Crystal Palace in Londo...
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Bohemian Gilded Moser Box France 1850-1920
Located in Queens Village, NY
This beautiful opaline glass and copper box was made by skilled French craftspeople between the years 1850 and 1900. The orange-red Moser flower designs on t...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Gold Leaf

Victorian Gilt, Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Papier-Mâché Sewing Stand, Ex Christie's
Located in Morristown, NJ
Beautifully decorated mid-late 19th c, England, black lacquered papier-mâché sewing stand. Decorated with gilt, mother-of-pearl and polychrome paint, opening to cloth-lined interior....
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1850s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Exquisite Burr Walnut Jewellery Box Burr Walnut Side End Table with Glass Shelf
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this lovely circa 1890-1900 Late Victorian Burr Walnut Jewellery box table with mirrored top, velour lining and glass sorting / display shelf A very good...
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1890s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Nathaniel Mills Silver Double-Sided "Castle-Top" Card Case
Located in Uckfield, Sussex
Victorian silver double-sided "Castle-Top" card case Windsor Castle and Abbotsford House. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver card case has a rectangular form, both sides are chased with scrolls, leaves and flower heads above and below high relief panels depicting Windsor Castle and Abbotsford House. Hinged lid and moulded sides. * Abbotsford is the extraordinary home of the 19th century novelist and ‘Great Scott’ who popularised tartan, saved the Scottish banknote and rediscovered his country’s Crown Jewels. * Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has since been the home of 39 monarchs. Today The Queen spends most of her private weekends at the Castle. Maker: Nathaniel Mills...
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1840s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Silver

French Victorian Bronze and Enamel Box
Located in New York, NY
French Victorian bronze and multicolored enamel cloisonne box with floral and scroll design with red velvet interior.      
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Late 19th Century French Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Enamel, Bronze

Antique French Kingwood Bird's-Eye Maple Jewelry Casket Box Tahan Paris
By Alphonse Tahan 1
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A very elegant large French Kingwood Ormolu mounted casket of very generous proportions and of outstanding Museum quality, firmly attributed to Alphonse Tahan Paris (1830-1880), offi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Ormolu

Walnut Dome Top Tea Caddy with Brass and Bone Decoration, English, circa 1870
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Walnut dome top tea caddy with brass and bone decoration, English, circa 1870 Dimensions: W 9”, D 4.75”, H 4.5”.
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Suitcase Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta case in the form of a suitcase; an addition to our Victorian silverware collection This e...
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1880s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Victorian Rosewood Box
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian rectangular rosewood box with rectangular brass inlaid plaque on slanted top lid with the initials S.F.C..  
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Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Brass

George Unite Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Card Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver card case; an addition to our range of collectable silverware. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver card case has a rectangular shaped form. The surface of this antique card case...
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1840s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century Carved Oak Log Box
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century carved oak log box, profusely carved all over, the top having a coat of arms with dragons either side, the hinged top opening to reveal a large st...
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1860s British Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Oak

19th Century Irish Killarney Ware Arbutus & Marquetry Work Box
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning early 19th century Irish Killarney ware arbutus wood work box, the hinged cover typically inlaid with a scene of Glena Cottage (Killarney) an...
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19th Century Irish Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Yew, Wood

Stunning Light Nutwood Antique Cigar Box with Perfect Working Lock and Key
Located in Lisse, NL
Great quality and superb condition antique box for presenting your finest cigars. This beautifully designed and perfectly handcrafted cigar box is another one of our recent finds and this antique will make a great gift for yourself or for a cigar smoking friend or loved one. All handcrafted in the late 1800s this box is much better than anything you will be able to buy in today's stores. The design, its age and its practicality are one thing, but what makes this antique work of beauty really stand out is the honey colored, light nutwood exterior and interior. It is in superb condition and an absolute joy to look at. If you like it in our photos then you will love it in real life, because the patina is much better looking and warmer than in any of our photos. You can, again, take our word for it. This work of beauty will look great no matter where you decide to have it on display and it turns smoking a fine cigar into an even better experience, because who would not want to be offered a cigar like this. This finest of cigar boxes also comes with a perfect working lock...
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1890s European Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Brass

French Antique Glove Box by "A La Marquise De Sevigne Paris"
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique French glove box covered hand stamped leather with floral and geometrical designs with a silk pink striped interior fabric the top and...
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Boxes

Materials

Leather

Antique Rosewood Travel Box with Brass Inlay, Complete with All Interior Items
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Antique rosewood travel box, with inlaid brass, the fitted interior complete with all items, including brushes, bottles, sewing items, etc., English, circ...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Brass

19th Century, 1897, Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and enamel envelope style vesta case; an addition to our silver case collection This fine antique Victorian English s...
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1890s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Royal Crown Stamped Victorian Oak Games Compendium Chess Cards Dominos Checkers
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this original Victorian games compendium with a complete suite of games, the case is stamped to the front...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Oak

Tunbridge Box Still Bank, circa 1870s
Located in Incline Village, NV
This Tunbridge box still bank is indigenous to the Tunbridge ware cottage industries of the town of Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England in the 18th and 19th c...
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1870s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Wood

English Victorian Porcelain Barrel and Dog Box
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian green porcelain barrel design box with dog head on top.  
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Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Victorian Silver Embossed Clock by Douglas Clock Company
Located in Van Nuys, CA
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...
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1910s English Vintage Victorian Boxes

Materials

Silver

Burl Walnut and Brass Dome-Top Box with Mother-of-Pearl, English, ca. 1860
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Burl walnut and engraved brass dome-sewing box with mother-of-pearl, English, ca. 1860.
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Brass

Rare circa 1900 Sterling Silver Diamond & Enamel Powder Compact with Lipstick
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning circa 1900 French or Italian Sterling silver Diamond & Enamel powder compact with lipstick A very good...
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Early 1900s European Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

English Victorian Decoupaged Horse Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian (20th Century) decoupage decorated jewelery box with horse design and fitted interior.   
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20th Century British Victorian Boxes

Liberace Autographed Vintage Schoenhut Toy Grand Piano
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Made by the renowned American toy manufacturer in approximately 1920, this wooden toy baby grand piano has been autographed in two places by the legendary Liberace. The piano shows o...
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Boxes

Materials

Brass

English Victorian Style Decoupage Cat Box
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian-style (20th Century) decoupage decorated box with cat design and brass handle top and corner trim.  
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20th Century Victorian Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Jewellery Box Casket H. Matthews 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely antique Victorian sterling silver jewellery casket / pin cushion bearing the makers mark of H.Matthews, and hallmarks for Birmingham 1899. The hinged lid is fitt...
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1890s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Nathaniel Mills Victorian Sterling Silver Card Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver card case made by Nathaniel Mills; an addition to our range of collectable silverware This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver card case has a rectangular shaped form. The surface of this collectable card case is embellished with fine and impressive chased and embossed scrolling leaf and floral decoration on a matte background. The anterior surface of the case incorporates the Scott Monument depicted in relief. The decoration to the reverse of the case incorporates a shaped, scroll bordered cartouche displaying the contemporary engraved initals 'MVFT'. The shaped sides of this piece are embellished with plain scrolling borders. This antique silver card case...
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1840s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century, Antique Victorian 1880 Sterling Silver Boar Vesta Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta box modelled in the form of a boar; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection This magnificent antique Victorian cast sterling silver vesta box has been realistically modelled in the form of a boar. This impressive antique vesta case is embellished with details replicating the features of the boar's coat of fur and anatomical features. The back of the boar incorporates a hallmarked hinged cover which opens to reveal the serrated panel/match striker. The secondary hallmarked hinged panel opens to reveal the original gilt interior; this is faciliated with a thumbpiece modelled in the form of the boar's tail. Such magnificent period examples are rare and becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Condition This antique Victorian vesta box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the body, in addition to part hallmarks to the interior of each hinged cover are very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique vesta box...
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1880s English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large English Brass Lidded Crab Sculpture or Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A spectacular and finely crafted English Lidded Crab Box. The piece is quite large and with a very good weight. A wonderful decorative piece for any place in ...
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19th Century Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Brass

English Victorian Wicker Box
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian large character natural wicker box with handles.  
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Late 19th Century British Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Wicker

Antique Regency Brass Inlaid Mahogany Traveling Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exceptionally fine quality English well figured Mahogany ladies or gents travelling writing slope of outstanding quality, with lavish brass inlay decoration, twin polished brass c...
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19th Century English Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Brass

Outstanding Games Box in Burl Walnut, Brass and Malachite, c.1880
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning English Victorian Games / playing card box made from Burl Walnut mounted with impressive polished brass mounts beautifully detailed, and in turn, inset with polished green malachite stones. The box comes with a working (replacement) key which when unlocked reveals a fitted interior complete with a wooden cribbage board, whist markers...
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1880s British Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Malachite, Brass

Victorian Continental Silver .800 Hannau Footed Tea Caddy
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, Continental silver .800, footed tea caddy, Germany, with Hannau marks, circa. 1895, B. Neresheimer and Sohne - makers. Chased with dancing ...
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1890s German Antique Victorian Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Victorian 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, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Victorian boxes made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original boxes, popular names associated with this style include John Tongue, Bontems, Henry Hollamby, and Sampson Mordan & Co.. 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 $60 and tops out at $93,523 while the average work can sell for $1,281.

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