Illinois - Boxes

As much an artwork as a piece of furniture, this 19th-century treasure chest from northern China is richly decorated with relief carvings and delicate gilt paintings. The doors bear ...

This wooden box is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the traditional ...

This petite keepsake box with a swivel lid is crafted in the tradition of Indian bidri-ware, with a dark metal body decorated with simple silver inlay. Composed of a zinc and copper ...

This unusual metal vase and matching box have an impressed faux bois pattern. The shallow box has an attached, hinged lid. They both are rectangular in shape, and the use of metal an...

A petite 19th century canister once used to store a smoker's personal supply of opium paste. A keepsake from a bygone era, the small box is formed of antique coins and copper and pro...

Studio Craft Solid Rosewood Lidded Box, in the Style of Arthur Espenet Carpenter A small, sculptural studio-made lidded box in solid rosewood, crafted in the style of California mast...

This box with many drawers is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the t...

A petite 19th-century canister once used to store a smoker's personal supply of opium paste. A keepsake from a bygone era, the small box is formed of brass with a copper interior and...

This petite brass box was originally part of an early 20th century betel box set from Indonesia, one of several small containers that held the individual ingredients of a betel quid....

An exquisite example of Burmese artistry, this palm-sized container dates to the late 19th century and was likely originally used as a betel box (kun-it). A blend of betel leaves, ar...

This is a beautiful emerald green goat skin cylinder box with a brass pineapple finial on lid and wooden interior in the style of Aldo Tura.

An Italian jewelry chest in honeyed burlwood, crafted in the 1960s. The rectangular form features three smooth-gliding drawers with turned round pulls and original brass hinges. Curl...

For one short decade, from around 1910 to 1920, pewter was all the rage in China’s bustling commercial centers of Shanghai and Canton. Drawn to pewter’s soft, silvery glow, artists t...

This open brass box was originally the case of an early 20th century betel box set from Indonesia, filled with small containers that held the individual ingredients of a betel quid. ...

Dated to the late 19th century, this elegant tea tray charms with clean lines, fine materials, and balanced proportions. Used as a surface for preparing and serving tea, the tray has...

A very rare and exquisite asian glass Chinese snuff bottle from the late Qing Dynasty. This exceptional snuff bottle bears a later Qianlong mark and is designed in the iconic famille...

Unique and beautifully hand crafted of abalone shell and brass and a copper head of turtle Has a lid that is considered to be the top of figurine box

A petite 19th-century canister once used to store a smoker's personal supply of opium paste. Perfecting line and form, the small box has a balanced, oval form shaped of white brass (...

Filled with burning coals, this petite 19th-century brass brazier once warmed the hands of a well-to-do person on a cold winter's night in northern China. The brazier is crafted of w...

This lacquered box is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the tradition...

In many southeast Asian cultures, offering guests a betel quid to chew was the fundamental symbol of hospitality. A blend of leaves, nuts, seasonings, and sometimes tobacco, betel was kept in finely worked and decorated boxes. This round betel box...

This lovely silver box exemplifies Japanese refinement in all crafts. Precious in the hand, the petite bonbonnière is formed of high quality silver in the shape of a paper folding fa...

A petite bronze canister once used to store a smoker's personal supply of opium paste. A keepsake from a bygone era, the small box dates to the early 20th century and provided an air...

Red Chinese Vintage Lacquer Box This box measures: 14.5 wide x 14.5 deep x 8 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as possible. We d...

A large vintage Lucite gem ice bucket by Allesandro Albrizzi. 1970s Lucite shows nice age with some craqueling. some the tiny pl...

Antique wooden retailers cigar box. This unique piece likely dates back to the late Victorian period. It features all-mahogany construction and four interior storage compartments. A...

Casa Bique Tessellated Stone Large Dresser Box, Italy1960’s. Beautiful stone and in excellent condition. Box is lined with black velvet. Measures 16.25” long 4.75” tall 7.25” deep

Rare beautiful asian chinese snuff bottle hand carved from purple fluorite gemstone. Truly a unique oriental snuff tobacco box from the late Qing Dynasty. Gemstone snuff bottles ar...

Paul McCobb jewelry chest of ten drawers Best to refinish this item. Finish shows wear as does the interiors of the drawers.

Worn stew marquetry box by Jean Michel Frank. Interior is lined with cork, the straw is woven in marquetry pattern and the knob for access to the interior is a solid brass ball. The ...

Long ago, this elegant rosewood box was used by a Qing-dynasty lady to store her favorite pieces of jewelry, each drawer filled with jades, pearls, coral necklaces, and hair pins. Th...

This Tuareg leather box presents a refined and understated interpretation of traditional Saharan craftsmanship. Created by a Malian artisan now based in the United States, the work i...

Paul Evans Cityscape Keep Safe Box, not many of these were produced, interior plastic laminite. Dimensions: 5" wide 5" deep 3" high

Pair Oggetti Tessellated Coconut Shell Lidded Boxes, 1990’s. Original excellent condition. Measures 6.5” x 6.5” 4” tall

Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century 8 Drawer Jewelry Chest This jewelry chest measures: 36 wide x 12 deep x 6 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Stain Wear on Top Surface o...

Gucci signed silver-plate box with immaculate satinwood lining. The top has the iconic horse bit motif. Extremely rare vintage 1970 Gucci Italy silver plated horse-bit decorated bo...

Beautiful hand crafted copper and silver Moroccan box with bone and natural stones inlaid

Decorated with silver inlay and cloaked in an antique patina, this curious brass case is an early 20th century betel nut box, attributed to the Maranao people of the island of Mindan...

Paul McCobb for Directional Miniature Cabinet, circa 1955 A finely crafted miniature cabinet designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, circa 1955. Executed in mahogany with brass hard...

Batik clad jewelry box from Karl Springer, circa 1980s. Around this time Karl designed a series of small boxes dressed in various exotic coverings. Always with piano hinges and suede...

This Tuareg leather box is a finely crafted circular container created by a Malian artisan now living and working in the United States. Contemporary in its production yet grounded in...

This Tuareg leather box is a finely crafted circular container created by a Malian artisan now living and working in the United States. Contemporary in its production yet grounded in...

René Lalique Perles French Glass Dish This glass dish measures: 9.25 wide x 3.25 deep x 1.5 inches high Excellent Condition. We take our photos in a ...

This petite brass box was originally part of an early 20th century betel box set from Indonesia, one of several small containers that held the individual ingredients of a betel quid....

This footed offering box from southeast Asia brings vibrant color and folk charm to modern interiors as a vide-poche or catch-all dish. The vintage box is shaped of hand-turned wood ...

The basic form of this two-tiered box with handle has remained unchanged for 1,000 years. Stacked boxes were commonly used as portable containers for food or ...

No self-respecting man in Qing-dynasty China would leave the house without some kind of hat. In fact, headgear was so central to social status that even the containers used to store ...

This hand-crafted wood container dates to the early 20th century and was used to store rice and other grains. The lidded container has a rounded body with a short footed base, constr...

Filled with burning coals, this 19th-century brass brazier once warmed the hands of a well-to-do person on a cold winter's night in northern China. The small brazier is crafted of wh...

A fun and unique domed studio pottery lidded jar with a textured pattern reminiscent of snakeskin and with stamped flowers. Marked illegibly on t...

Outstanding hinged and lidded Kyoto box by Karl Springer. Fair amount of storage with suede panel lining on bottom and top. Brown and ivory lacquer is hand applied. Sits in a parsons...

A treasure of a chest, this charming miniature cabinet is named for the narrow, rounded molding that surrounds the frame and resembles noodles. Lacquered rich red, the small cabinet exhibits the same high level of craftsmanship found in larger such cabinets made in the Qing dynasty with exquisitely painted floral decorations and handcrafted hardware. The cabinet opens to a single shelf, making it just the place to stow jewelry...

This rustic, wooden container is an early 20th century rice measure, used to portion out servings of dry rice and other grains. In keeping with the larger rice measures used at marke...

Antique Chase & Sanborn Large Coffee Tin Chase & Sanborn was founded in Boston in 1878 and was the first ground coffee to be packaged in sealed tins. The tin reads "You will find co...

Antique English mercantile or country store, or bakery "Flour" bin with painted faux wood grain. IDEA container for dog food, Makes for a great prop for your ...

Decorated in relief and cloaked in an antique patina, this curious brass case is an early 20th century betel nut box, attributed to the Maranao people of the island of Mindanao, Phil...

Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone Brass Jewelry/Dresser box, 1980’s. Original Measures 9” x 9” 4.5” tall

Arthur Espenet Carpenter Wood Block or Decorative Tray 1960's Handmade at the Espenet studio in Bolinas, California, this striking object is crafted from alternating strips of solid ...

This petite brass box was originally part of an early 20th century betel box set from Indonesia, one of several small containers that held the individual ingredients of a betel quid....

Antique Metal Large Tea Tin for General and County Stores This tin would have been found on the counter or shelves of general and country stores. This food can will be a standout in...