Continental US Decorative Boxes

This exceptional box is handcrafted in Italy from genuine natural lapis lazuli, free of fillers or dyes, with the top made of a rare single-panel, whole slab of lapis lazuli rather t...

Condition: Shows two small chips as shown on pictures

This exceptional box is handcrafted in Italy from genuine natural lapis lazuli, no dyes or fillers, with the top and two of its sides made of a rare single-panel, whole slab of lapis...

This elegant octagonal serpentine stone vessel is finely carved and highly polished, with a distinctive eight-sided form and a secure screw-on domed lid. The pale celadon-green stone...

The vintage fruitwood decorative box or tea caddy is sculpted in shape of an apple, with rounded body and lid made in wood sections, adding textural interest to the piece. The fine w...

A rich dark brown teak trinket or jewelry box with a blue‑and‑white porcelain dog finial, circa mid‑20th century. A round dark brown wooden box with blue and white porcelain dog fini...

Vintage biscuit tin/vanity box (Holland, ca. 1960s). Composed of a pontillism-inspired or micro-mosaic style beaded lid (almost appearing like embroidery) forming a geometric floral ...

An early 20th century Chinese export famille rose porcelain jewelry casket of square form. The hand painted decoration features vibrant pink peonies, t...

Beautiful porcelain peint a la main (hand painted) vintage crossword puzzle trinket box with original presentation box by Limoges, circa 1980s. This unusual piece is in very good vin...

This collection features an array of vintage Chinese cloisonné enamel trinket boxes, showcasing the intricate centuries-old metalworking technique where delicate brass or copper wire...

La Pierre Sterling Repoussé and Silver Overlay Cut Glass Dresser Jar A rare American sterling silver and cut-glass dresser jar by the La Pierre Manu...

Verlys France designed this exquisite Art Deco lidded box, which was crafted in France circa early 1930s. The rare box boasts a stunning, opalescent, blueish textured pattern and gor...

WMF Model 131 German Jugendstil Brass and Velvet Jewelry Box, circa 1905 A documented German Jugendstil brass jewelry box by WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik), dating to circ...

Period Style: Mexican Modern Materials: Silver, Copper, Brass Plated, Wood Liner Designer: Humberto Castillo Manufacturer: Los Castillos

Handmade keepsake box comprised of dyed blue bone segments inlaid with brass stripe details. A great addition to any coffee table or desk.

This beautiful box is crafted from cast aluminum with a polished brass finish. Smooth sides are paired with a removable lid with a stylized tulip motif in raised relief. Ideal to giv...

Antique Victorian music box photo album. Made of celluloid featuring the USS Maine Battleship / steam boat on the cover. The photo album appears ...

The latest gem in your eye - the cool cone container catchall, aka the playful jewel box from DAR Proyectos. The geometric wooden box is handcarved using traditional wood carpentry t...

A substantial, jumbo size, hand‑crafted malachite box made from genuine stone, prized for its extra‑large size, measuring an impressive 8 inches by 6 inches—a rare scale for malachit...

Japanese Taishō Period Copper and Polychrome Enamel Cherry Blossom Box, circa 1920 This Japanese copper and polychrome enamel box dates to the Taishō period. A flowering cherry bran...

A beautiful English blue and white Jasperware box, in the Neoclassical Style, by Wedgwood, England, 1968. Box is blue and white stoneware with a 'rotunda' style dome lid decorated wi...

Lofty vintage lidded box ambitiously handcrafted in a lush composition of exotic seashells throughout with a felt lined interior.

Wonderful Edwardian Bent Wood Hat Box with metal riveted banding for support on all edges. Great for storage, European Early 1900's. 18" x 11" high.

Art Deco Period, sterling silver table box having a hinged lid and engine-turned design, Chester, England, year-hallmarked for 1936, E.J. Trewitt - maker. Lovely stepped-up border su...

19thc original Blue painted Firkin. Original Copper nail construction. Fantastic patina. Wonderful old blue paint, the interior is a beautiful natural color and in great condition.

Traditional Japanese Marquetry inlaid box known as Hakone Yosegi Zaiku. Hakone is the region where this box was crafted. It is designed with intricate geometric patterns made with na...

Small Portuguese Majolica Cabbage Tureen Aires C. Leal Caldas da Rainha circa 1950.

Some decorative objects quietly sit in a room. Others command attention from across it. This exceptional vintage Italian marble box is one of those rare sculptural pieces that feels more like architecture than an accessory. Hand-carved from a striking block of heavily veined Bardiglio marble, its dramatic fluted lid creates a rhythm of light and shadow that recalls the bold geometry of Art Deco design while remaining perfectly at home in today's minimalist and organic interiors. Every surface showcases nature's artistry. Soft ivory clouds, smoky charcoal veining, and subtle hints of sage and blue-green mineralization create a composition that could never be duplicated. The sculptural ribbed lid flows seamlessly into deeply carved diagonal sides, giving the entire piece an architectural presence from every angle. Originally intended as a luxury cigarette or tobacco box, this piece easily transitions into a sophisticated jewelry casket, desk accessory, valet box, or decorative object. Whether displayed atop a stack of design books, on a dressing table, or styled in a library or office, it instantly elevates the space with timeless elegance. The substantial weight, beautifully matched marble patterning, and expertly hand-carved details speak to the quality of Italian lapidary craftsmanship during the mid-20th century. Although unsigned, the workmanship and design strongly suggest production by one of the skilled Italian marble workshops active during the 1950s–1970s. The sculptural quality is reminiscent of decorative stone objects produced in Carrara, Volterra, and other renowned Tuscan marble centers. While no maker can be definitively attributed, the design shares aesthetic similarities with luxury decorative objects retailed by firms such as Flli Mannelli, Oggetti, and other Italian stone ateliers of the period. Today, sculptural marble accessories have become increasingly sought after by collectors, interior designers, and stylists for their ability to add texture, permanence, and architectural interest to contemporary interiors. This is the kind of object that designers often describe as "the finishing piece"—small enough to move effortlessly throughout the home, yet substantial enough to anchor an entire vignette. Styling Ideas: This piece is incredibly versatile and can be used throughout the home. Store jewelry on a bedside table. Use as a luxury valet box for watches...

Antique American Folk Art Tramp Art Carved Box, probably Late 19th/Early 20th Century. A decorative box ornamented with layers of classic Tramp Art chip carved borders enclosing velvet ground panels centered by elongated star...

Antique French Crystal Jewelry casket by Baccarat. It features a diamond cut pattern with a gold toned bow clasp. Heavy, high clarity lead crystal featuring deep, hand cut diamond po...

A finely grained antique burlwood cigarette case or small presentation box, crafted in the Russian or Continental European tradition at the turn of the 20th century. The piece featur...

This stunning malachite box is crafted in Italy from genuine natural malachite, prized for its extraordinary range of patterns and rich emerald-green coloration. Across the surface, ...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The set of 4 pedestal boxes are the perfect home accents to add elegance and functionality to your space. These can be used as a vanity set for your bathroom, in your office to store desk...

This exquisite set of round boxes by Kifu Paris, crafted from cream shagreen, embodies understated luxury with its rich, matte texture that highlights the natural beauty of this exot...

This vintage Italian black porcelain shell box combines sculptural form with practical function. Crafted in porcelain with a finely modeled shell motif, the piece features raised nat...

For your consideration, an antique Japanese hibachi, a traditional wooden container used as a charcoal brazier for heating or cooking.It is constructed from Keyaki (elm) hardwood, fe...

A 19th C. English pine box hand-painted as a Georgian country house, the dovetailed front with sash windows hung with curtains, potted plants, and a pedimented doorcase with fanlight...

A substantial vintage decorative box by Maitland-Smith Ltd., handcrafted in the Philippines, circa 1990. #5229 The large rectangular box is finished in rich black leather with eleg...

An Italian metal box in the shape of a Turtle. The lidded and hinged box has a great look and is ready to hide candy change, 420 or other secrets. Perfectly suited for the cocktail...

A vintage circular marble box. Beautiful natural gray veining. Features a swiveling lid and a divided compartment within. Measures 5"Dia. x 2.25"H

A rare and exquisite circa 1780 English, possibly Irish, George III period bottle caddy or tabletop cellarette in the form of a two-storey ashlar Palladian mansion house, the boxwood...

A striking and whimsical large-scale decorative mallard duck container designed by Maitland-Smith. Expertly hand-painted with richly detailed feather patterns, the sculpture captures...

A beautiful, rustic antique Indian merchant's cash box hand crafted out of teak and accented with brass corner brackets, handle and medallions. The key turns and the lid slides open ...

Austrian Majolica dachshund Box Circa 1920. Vienna.

Very large 19th century ormolu mounted Sevres Style porcelain casket box , made in France and decorated with the characteristic celeste blue ground associated with Sèvres porcelain, ...

Heavyweight, extra large, carved alabaster hinged box. We sourced this ourselves in June 2026 in Florence, Italy, and brought it to 1stDibs. This scale and shape are increasingly mor...

Classic Rectangular Tiger Eye Box featuring a black stone interior. Both form and function best describe this piece. We see this decorative box holding f...

A fine late 19th-century Bohemian amber glass jewelry casket or table box, formed with a hinged domed lid, rounded rectangular body, and patinated metal mounts with latch and hinge. The translucent yellow-amber glass is decorated with finely etched scenic panels, including architectural and landscape motifs rendered in pale frosted contrast against the warm glass body. The combination of amber glass, engraved decoration, and mounted casket form gives the piece the intimate luxury associated with Victorian-period dressing table objects and Continental decorative glass. Research into comparable examples supports a Bohemian attribution, particularly within the late 19th-century tradition of engraved amber, ruby, and colored glass caskets with gilt or patinated metal mounts. Related Bohemian glass caskets...

A captivating trio of industrial relics from the golden age of French textile manufacturing. Produced for the legendary Esquermes factory founded by Alfred Thirez in 1853, these Suro...

A Very Unusual and Large French Pink/Peach Opaline Floral Enamel Decorated Ormolu Mounted Box. This large rectangular box is formed in an elongated octagonal shape with chamfered corners and a hinged lid. The body is crafted from pink to peach-toned opaline glass, its surface decorated with an overall diapered pattern of raised panels. Each recessed diamond panel is adorned with hand-painted enamel floral sprays, consisting of white petals tipped with blue and accented with green foliage. The decoration is consistently arranged across all surfaces, including the lid and sides, giving the box a uniform appearance. The lid opens on a hinge to reveal a polished opaline interior of the same peach tone, framed with a band of gilded ormolu. A wide ormolu mount encircles the midsection, serving as both hinge and clasp support. This mount is chased with a repetitive foliate design, forming a textured surface that contrasts with the smooth opaline glass. The mount’s gilding provides structural reinforcement and adds a decorative metallic border between the upper and lower sections of the box. The hinge runs the full width at the back, while the front is fitted with a small clasp mechanism, discreetly incorporated into the ormolu banding. Measuring substantially larger than typical decorative opaline caskets...

An antique porcelain box with floral chintz design, circa late 19th century to early-20th century, Europe. Porcelain box has a hinged lid with an...

Large green Majolica Money Bank Squirrel Circa 1950.

Bitossi Lidded Ceramic Box, Italy, c.1955.

A superb antique 19th century English coromandel and rosewood fitted travel vanity or dressing box, circa 1870. This fine box contains the original contents including silverplate lidded cut glass jars, sewing tools...

Ceramic Jewelry Box by Mithé Espelt, France, 1960s Ceramic enamels in shades of green gold with fused glass with iconic blackened wood box. Literature: Mithé Espelt, le luxe discret...

This impressive Italian sterling box would work as a jewelry box, cigarette box as well as a trinket box. Signed Buccellati.

Beautiful mixed wood decorative box. This piece created in rosewood, walnut and oak presents itself as a unique gift or personal item that is special for keepsakes or other uses such...

An early 19th-century Dutch tortoiseshell perfume bottle box, circa 1830, of compact rectangular form with a softly domed lid, richly mottled shell veneer, and fine pale stringing around the body and lid seam. The front is fitted with a small circular push-button clasp, while the rear retains its metal hinge hardware, giving the box the character of a miniature casket...

Cut crystal lidded trinket box by Tiffany & Co. It playfully revisits the Rubic cube vibe, the iconic post-modern puzzle game. The box can be used in various settings, from cockt...

Designed by the esteemed J. Capo Esmaltes and crafted in Spain circa 1960, this exquisite Mid-Century Modern lidded box is a true fusion of artistry and craftsmanship. Its refined re...