Brass Inlay Box
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Metal, Gold, Silver, Brass, Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Islamic Metalwork
Brass, Copper, Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Desk Sets
Brass
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Musical Instruments
Brass, Steel
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Secretaires
Brass, Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century Regency Collectibles and Curiosities
Antique 19th Century Swiss Musical Instruments
Brass
Early 20th Century Swiss Musical Instruments
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware
Crystal, Brass, Ormolu, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Asian Anglo-Indian Side Tables
Teak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Scagliola
Antique 19th Century French Other Decorative Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Travertine, Brass
20th Century Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century American Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
2010s Philippine Decorative Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Antique 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Carrara Marble, Brass
Early 20th Century French Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1980s Decorative Boxes
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone
Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble, Brass
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass, Pewter
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Brass
Antique 1830s English Regency Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Malachite, Brass
Vintage 1980s American Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone, Brass
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Brass
Antique 1830s Austrian Biedermeier Jewelry Boxes
Brass
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1980s Indian Decorative Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 1830s English Campaign Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Spanish Islamic Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass, Enamel
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Decorative Boxes
Onyx, Brass
20th Century Indian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Bone, Wood
20th Century Gothic Jewelry Boxes
Stone, Bronze
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Finding the Right Boxes for You
From mere trinkets to useful receptacles that serve a distinct purpose, antique boxes as decorative objects have come in many forms over the years. No matter what they’re made of or where they end up in your home, decorative boxes add both style and storage to your space.
The decorative box that is likely most common is the jewelry box. These boxes were originally known as jewel caskets and were in common use in Ancient Egypt, as most Egyptians wore some sort of jewelry. A portable jewelry box, in its original intended use, was integral to keeping your jewelry safe and secure. This accessory has transformed in size, shape and appearance over the years. Initially it was common for a jewelry box to bear intricate ornamentation. Whether they’re mid-century modern works of marble and brass or feature playful Art Deco–style geometric decor, jewelry boxes boast real staying power.
Snuff boxes began to soar in popularity during the 17th century (and were commonplace in European homes by the mid-19th century). The boxes, some hand-painted with landscape scenes, some made from gold, porcelain or stone, contained a small amount of tobacco, which users would sniff, or “snuff,” throughout the day. Some particularly ornamental snuff boxes featured enameled designs or were set with precious gems and were given as gifts or party favors, particularly at the coronation of royalty or other lavish events.
Whether you’re organizing important mail in the foyer or tucking away medications in your bathroom, antique boxes — be they metal tea caddies, sterling-silver decorative boxes or Victorian cigar boxes made of oak (even if you don’t smoke) — are a sophisticated solution to help keep the surfaces in your home clutter-free. And no matter if you’re seeking a decorative box to beautify a desktop or bestow upon a loved one, you are sure to find something you love in the collection of antique and vintage boxes on 1stDibs.
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