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CARVED BLACK FOREST WOOD SMOKiNG PIPE CABINET BOX LATIN INSCRIBED NIL NISI CRUCE
By Black Forest
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
carved Black Forest wood, smoking pipe cabinet or rack with inscribed top reading "Nil Nisi Cruce" which
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Antique 1870s German Black Forest Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

GERMANY 1870 Black Forest Oversized Cigar Humidor Box In Solid Carved Oak Wood
By Black Forest
Located in Miami, FL
A German cigar humidor box carved in oak wood. This is a fabulous oversized black forest humidor
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Antique 1870s German Black Forest Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Bronze

Indian "Bombay" Box w/Sadeli Work Framing Carved Panels and Raised on Metal Feet
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Indian "Bombay" dresser/jewelry box with a mirror in the lid and raised on a "tray" base with
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Shell, Wood

Antique Black Forest 19th Century Jewelry Box Carved Fruitwood Red Velvet Chest
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous & Breathtaking! This small 19th century Black Forest Jewellery Box carved out of fruit
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes

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Velvet, Wood

Antique 19th century Swiss Black Forest jelwery box with 3 birds hand carved
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
150 years old, the wood has developed a rich patina that enhances its beauty and character. The box is
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes

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Wood

Old Wooden Tramp Art Box Jewelry Box Trinket Folk Art
Located in Poperinge, BE
notch carving, reclaiming cheap or available wood such as that from cigar boxes and shipping crates
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Vintage 1920s Belgian Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Glass, Wood

Table Box transparent brown fired enamel over hand-engraved wood grain Salimbeni
By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Rectangular table box in gold-plated 925/1000 sterling silver with fine hand-engraved ornaments in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Napoleon III Decorative Boxes

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

A shell and carved wooden box in the style of Alexandre Noll, France, 1950s
By Alexandre Noll
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Hand-carved wooden box, attributed to Alexandre Noll, France, 1950s. Made from high-quality dark
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

17th Century Italian Ballot Voting Urn Carved Blue and Red Painted Wood
Located in Milano, MI
Antique Italian ballot urn shaped wooden box, carved and painted, coming from Tuscany, Monte San
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Antique Mid-17th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine

Large Size Great Quality Carved Jewelry, Treasure or Collecting Box / Casket
Located in Lisse, NL
A beautiful and top condition antique black forest jewelry box, carved on all sides. This rare and
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

Carved Wood Casket, Qajar Iran, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Of rectangular form, the flat top with raised central panel depicts a seated Qajari women wearing a traditional clothes surrounded by flowers and birds design boarders and calligraph...
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Jewelry Boxes

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Wood

1950s Florentine Italian Jewelry Boxes Wood Sculpted Gilt Painted Lord&Taylor, 3
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Set of Three Wooden Boxes made in Italy for the Lord Taylor's Department Stores. Small 3 7/8
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Wood

Hill Tribe Betel Nut Box
Located in New York, NY
borders in the mountain hills. Hand made of hard wood with geometric incised carved decoration. A
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20th Century Tribal Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red and Brown Lacquer Jewelry Box with Carved Foliage
Located in Yonkers, NY
century with carved and gilt motifs. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty era, this jewelry box
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Jewelry Boxes

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Wood

Spain 1960 Barcelona Mid Century Modernist Enameled Box In Wood And 915 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
rectangular box is highly decorated and display fabulous. Has been carefully crafted in cedar wood and
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold Leaf

1940s Hand Carved Mahogany Box Silver Aztec Indian
By William Spratling
Located in Chula Vista, CA
From Mexico, finely crafted small wood box hand carved in exotic mahogany. Beautifully polished
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Vintage 1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Silver

Rustic Black Forest Humidor Box
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19thcentury) walnut carved humidor box with faux wood design and smoking motif
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Antique 19th Century Black Forest Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Walnut

Pear Decorative Box in Teak - Mid-Century Wooden Jewelry Box - Danemark 1960s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Pear Decorative Box in Teak - Mid-Century Wooden Jewelry Box - Danemark 1960s Nice wooden box
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Teak

Black Forest Hand-Carved Wooden Terrier Box
Located in Northport, MI
This is a joyful novelty- a Black Forest hand-carved Terrier box. A beautifully executed piece with
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Vintage 1920s German Folk Art Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

Vintage Indian Handcarved Wooden Decorative Box
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handcarved wooden trinket box with carved geometric shapes, small handmade ornamental indentations
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20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Metal

Lacquered Chinoiserie Wig Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully decorated hand carved, painted and lacquered, hinged wig box with chinoiserie theme
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

18th Century Cromwellian Bible Box
Located in Hudson, NY
18th century oak carved bible box. Intricate design, original hardware and still in good condition
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Antique 18th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Oak

Old African Hand Carved Wooden Box 19th Century Brown Color Powder Box
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Old African Hand Carved Wooden Box 19th Century Brown Color Powder Box Powder box- jelwery Box.
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Antique 19th Century African Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Metal

Vintage Moroccan Burlwood Jewelry Box
Located in Middleburg, VA
A captivating and finely crafted vintage Moroccan box, made circa 1900, fashioned from richly
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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Antique Georgian Rosewood Sewing Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Fully Fitted Sewing Box From our Sewing Box collection, we are delighted to introduce this Antique
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Antique Early 1800s English George III Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Boxwood

An Antique English Games Box, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
An Antique English Games Box, 19th Century Description: The lidded box opening to a fitted
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Carved Shoe Form Treen Snuff Box with Carved Shamrock, 19th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
Probably Irish given the carved shamrock, with hinged top and robust leaf like carving. A small
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Antique 19th Century Irish Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

Vintage Japanese Temple Style Box
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A LOVELY Vintage Japanese Temple Style Box. Made of rosewood, this box has a cover
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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Old African Hand Carved Wooden Box 19th Century Brown Color Powder Box
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Superb old African box with hand-carving & carrying chain on the top. Carved on all sides
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Antique 19th Century African Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Metal

Folk Art Deco Maple Burl Wood Decorative Lock Box with Inlay Detail
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Folk Art carved maple burl wood box with locking mechanism and original key, circa 1940s. Geometric
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Burl

A Moroccan Decorative Lidded Box, 20th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Moroccan Decorative Lidded Box, 20th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection
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20th Century Moroccan Decorative Boxes

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Brass

1970s Egyptian Carved Silver Box in Arabic Style with Wooden Interior
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Egyptian carved silver box in Arabic style with wooden interior.
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Late 20th Century Egyptian Jewelry Boxes

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Silver

Bronze Box by Chris and Pat Shatsby
Located in Los Angeles, CA
textured bronze with a hand carved wood lid. The lid is finished with a sculptural bronze handle. Signed
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Bronze

Gothic Revival 1840 Carved Wood Huge Wine Cooler Planter Lion Hairy Paw Feet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
to the early 17th century designs, the are superbly carved and look amazing from every angle. The
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Antique 1840s English Gothic Revival Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

SMALL 16th CENTURY LEATHER BOX CANDLE HOLDER
Located in Firenze, FI
Unique and elegant carved wooden box candle holder, covered in leather and original red fabric. The
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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Decorative Boxes

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Bronze

19th Century Buddha Box Stand Table
Located in New York, NY
Triangular shape box stand table set on legs carved as Naga's and painted. Naga's are often represented as
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Antique 1890s Thai Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

French Horse Tobacco Jar Hand Carved Wood
Located in Northampton, GB
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Exceptional Hand Carved Horses Head Tobacco Jar From our Boxes collection
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Wood

Antique English Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box
By Tunbridge Ware
Located in Northampton, GB
Fitted Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box Interior From our Tunbridge Ware collection, we are delighted to
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Swedish Butter Box with Zig-Zag Design
Located in Houston, TX
Swedish butter box with zig-zag design carved imprint. Light colored faded wooden finish. Note
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Large Tramp Art Hinge Lid Box
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A handcrafted Tramp Art box or small chest. A detailed design on four tapered feet. The interior is
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Antique Late 19th Century Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinoiserie Sewing Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice condition for its age. Does not have key. Has original sewing box utensils inside - spools
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Wood, Lacquer

Antique Georgian Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box
By Tunbridge Ware
Located in Northampton, GB
With a Fitted Sewing Box Interior From our Tunbridge Ware collection, we are delighted to offer
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Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Turned, Engraved Openwork Box, Florence, 17th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Turned, engraved and openwork box Fruit wood Florence, 17th century Measures: Diameter 11cm
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Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique English Rosewood Inlaid Sewing Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Inlaid with floral sprays of engraved mother of pearl and brass From our Sewing Box collection, we
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Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

An Antique Victorian Chess and Games Box, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
An Antique Victorian Chess and Games Box, 19th Century Description: The timber box with faux burr
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Free Edge Burl Wood Jewelry Box Manner of Michael Elkans 1970 s, USA
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Free Edge Burl Wood Jewelry Box Manner of Michael Elkans 1970's, USA Hand-worked, found free-edge
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Late 20th Century American Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Burl

Antique French Palais Royal Musical Writing Box
By Palais Royal
Located in Northampton, GB
matching mirror sides. The lid of the Writing Box is mounted with a central carved mother of pearl
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Antique Early 19th Century French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century Chinoiserie Sewing Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great condition for its age. No major losses or damage. Has original sewing pieces inside.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Chinese Eternal Love Offering Box, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This ornately carved 19th-century offering box would have been presented as a gift filled with
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lacquer, Paint, Wood

Rare Georgian Engine Turned Sewing Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Rare Engine Turned Design The Sewing Box of slight sarcophagus shape stood upon four turned
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Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

19th Century Chinese Wooden Lunch Box with Gilt Carving
Located in North Salem, NY
19th Chinese Wooden Lunch Box with Hand Carved Gilt Decorated Front.
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Antique 19th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique French Palais Royal Mulberry Sewing Box
By Palais Royal
Located in Northampton, GB
Louis XVIII (1814-1824) From our Sewing Box collection, we are delighted to introduce to the
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Antique Early 19th Century French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold, Cut Steel

Antique Rosewood Inlaid Writing Box by Hausburg
By F.L. Hausburg
Located in Northampton, GB
Heavily Inlaid with Mother of Pearl and Abalone From our Writing Box collection, we are pleased to
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Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell, Wood, Satinwood

Antique Georgian Regency Japanned Chinoiserie Sewing Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Rare Magnolia Yellow Lacquer From our Sewing Box collection, we are delighted to offer this
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Grand Scale, 18th Century, English Document Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An impressive, solid wood, period, hinge-top document box completely covered in tole and incised
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Papier Mâché Massive Size Fine Quality 19th Century Sewing Box or Jewelry Box
Located in Westport, CT
Papier mâché circa 1870 English inlaid lacquered sewing box/jewelry box, with many Velvet and
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Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Boxes

Materials

Gold Leaf

Jewelry Box by Michael Elkan in Burl
By Michael Elkan
Located in Hudson, NY
or found interior boxes of which this group is intact. All made from the same block of wood
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Vintage 1980s American American Craftsman Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Burl

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Carved Wood Boxes For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of carved wood boxes available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique carved wood boxes was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. We have 1028 antique and vintage carved wood boxes in-stock, while there are 29 modern editions to choose from as well. Carved wood boxes have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. folk art, Victorian and mid-century modern carved wood boxes are consistently popular styles. Many carved wood boxes are appealing in their simplicity, but Black Forest, Dafi Reis Doron and Rajhastani produced popular carved wood boxes that are worth a look.

How Much are Carved Wood Boxes?

Prices for carved wood boxes start at $26 and top out at $142,000 with the average selling for $1,246.

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.

Questions About Carved Wood Boxes
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many methods and types of wood carving, including chip, relief, Scandinavian flat-plane, lovespoon, whittling and florentine. Each type uses different tools and can create decorative carvings on both display pieces and furniture. Browse a wide range of carved wood pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify wood carvings, get a magnifying glass and inspect your items. Some artisans marked their carvings with symbols or signed them. Researching any markings found on your carving may allow you to identify the maker who produced it and potentially learn more about the piece from there. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, the best approach is likely to use the services of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Oak is the best wood for a jewelry box. This wood, if oiled and cared for, lasts for decades and the design of this kind of box stands out. Oak offers appealing textures as well as color. Hardwoods are often the best wood choices for boxes, with oak being the most preferred. Others are Walnut, Maple, Ash, Birch, Beech, Cherry, Tulipwood (Poplar) and Cedar. Find a collection of antique and vintage jewelry boxes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cigar boxes can be made of cardboard, paper and several kinds of wood. Spanish cedar is a popular choice for cigar boxes but mahogany, white oak and elm are also common. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique cigar boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.