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19th Century black lacquered jewellery box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century chinese black lacquered jewellery box circa 1860. Good quality shaped chinese
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Lacquer

Victorian-Style Dog Head Boxes: Exquisite Craftsmanship and Functional Elegance
Located in New York, NY
These exquisitely crafted Victorian-style humidors/boxes are masterfully carved from high-quality
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Vintage 1960s Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique English Coromandel Writing Box by Fisher
By Joseph Bramah, Fisher Brothers
Located in Northampton, GB
Harlequin Pop Up Secret Compartment From our Writing Box collection, we are pleased to offer this
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Rajasthani Footed Chest Box India 1900 s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
carved wood storage cash footed box used by merchants in their stores and also in every house to store
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Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Anglo Indian Coromandel and Silver Sewing Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Mounted with Silver From our Sewing Box collection, we are pleased to offer this Solid Coromandel
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Antique Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Decorated Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th century Chinese Red Lacquer decorated box. Relief carved top panel of an attendant and
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Anglo-Indian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Jewelry Box
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Anglo-Indian Mother of Pearl Inlaid jewelry Box. 1940s Victorian Anglo Indian box in silver, bone
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes

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Wood

19th Century Folk Art Box With Inlaid Hearts
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century American folk art box with decorated with inlaid hearts, diamonds, triangles and
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Antique Late 19th Century American Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Tramp Art Box with Mirrors Folk Art Collectible
Located in Poperinge, BE
carving, the reclamation of cheap or available wood such as that from cigar boxes and shipping crates, the
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Early 20th Century European Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Mirror, Wood

19th Century Collection of 9 Swedish Boxes in Birch Bark
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A collection of 9 Swedish carved small Folk Art boxes made in birch bark and pine wood from the
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Antique 1890s Swedish Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Paint, Birch

19th Century French Oak Table Coffret Box with Relief Trophy Carvings
Located in Dallas, TX
-carved with a distinct display of trophy carvings. The oak box, which is from the 1800s, has symbols of
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Antique 19th Century French Decorative Boxes

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Metal, Brass

Large Wooden Tramp Art Box Folk Art Gold 20th Century
Located in Poperinge, BE
reclamation of cheap or available wood, such as that from cigar boxes and shipping crates, the use of simple
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Vintage 1940s European Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

18th Century Pencil Box with King Christian VII Monogramme
Located in Copenhagen, K
Beautifully carved wooden box with the carving inscription of King Christian VII, and anno 1780.
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Antique Late 18th Century Danish Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Georgian Rosewood Vanity Box
By Howell James Co.
Located in Northampton, GB
Howell, James & Co Sterling Silver by Thomas Whitehead From our Vanity Box collection, we are
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Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Wooden Tramp Art Box Trinket Folk Art Unique Piece
Located in Poperinge, BE
or available wood such as that from cigar boxes and shipping crates, the use of simple tools such as
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Early 20th Century European Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Victorian Hungarian Ash Stationery Box Howell James Co
Located in Northampton, GB
Dome Topped Stationary Box From our Boxes collection, we are delighted to offer this Victorian
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique English Mother of Pearl Rosewood Writing Box Hausburg
By F.L. Hausburg
Located in Northampton, GB
Firmly Attributed to Hausburg From our Writing Box collection, we are pleased to offer this
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pewter

Large Middle Eastern Round Lidded Spice Box, c. 1900
Located in Ross, CA
Large round hand-turned, and hand-painted lidded antique tribal wooden spice box, likely from
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Early 20th Century Pakistani Tribal Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Paint

Tramp Art Jewelry Box - Wooden Decorative Box - Green Velvet Top - America 1910s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Tramp Art jewelry or decorative box, hand-carved in reclaimed softwood with bold stepped geometric chip
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Jewelry Boxes

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Velvet, Wood, Fruitwood, Pine

Antique Document Wooden Box with Incised Diamond Motifs and Wave Patterns
Located in Yonkers, NY
wood. The interior, thoughtfully partitioned, speaks to the box's original purpose of safeguarding
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Antique 19th Century Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Victorian Coromandel Inlaid Writing Box by Hausburg with Secret Compartment
By F.L. Hausburg
Located in Northampton, GB
Box collection, we are pleased to offer this fantastic Coromandel Inlaid Writing Box by Hausburg. The
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Antique Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Victorian Carved Inlaid Rosewood Needle Vase, Late 19th Century
By English Country Antiques
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine antique carved rose wood needle case with hinged cover with spring clasp and with
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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

A circular wooden box with a gouged pattern lid France 1950
By Alexandre Noll
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A circular wooden box with a gouged pattern lid. Very beautiful patina.
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Vintage 1950s French Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Antique Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam Jewelry Inlaid Sadeli Footed Box
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Sadeli work and a carved Hindu scene on top. The box case is made from sandalwood with highly hand-carved
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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes

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Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Early 20th Century hand carved Kashmiri royal cavalry cigar box
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century hand carved Kashmiri royal cavalry cigar box A rare survivor from the 1st world
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Antique Early 1900s Indian Late Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique African Moroccan Tribal Wood Flask 19th C.
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique North African Moroccan tribal wood flask. Rare late 19th century powder flask box from the
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Antique Late 19th Century Moroccan Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Antique English Writing Box by George Betjemann Sons Veneered in Coromandel
By George Betjemann Sons
Located in Northampton, GB
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Exotic Coromandel Veneer From our Writing Box collection, we are
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

A Gujarati Timber and Pressed Tin Dowry Box, Early 20th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Gujarati Timber and Pressed Tin Dowry Box, Early 20th Century Provenance: Private
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Early 20th Century Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Tin

Antique English Victorian Coromandel Letter Box Clock Chapman and Leuchars
By Chapman Son Co., William Leuchars, Leuchars Son
Located in Northampton, GB
Manufactured by Chapman and Retailed by Leuchars From our Boxes collection, we are delighted to
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam Bombay Mughal Style Footed Box With Bone Overlay
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Nice and unusual Indian Mughal style large decorative box, filigree and carved horn. Anglo-Indian
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Tiered Wedding Box with Nailheads and Dark Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Qing Dynasty period wooden tiered wedding box from the 19th century, with carved sides, handle
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Carved Boxwood Tobacco Box – Louis XV Period, 18th Century, Architectural Scene
Located in Bilzen, BE
"Carved Boxwood Tobacco Box – Louis XV Period, 18th Century, Architectural Scene " 18th-Century
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Wood

Rustic Indian Document Wooden Box with Brass Details and Partial Opening Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
A rustic Indian wooden document box from the 19th century with brass details, partial opening top
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Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Indonesian Madura Gilt Treasure Chest with Hand-Carved Details, 20th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
chest is made of a rectangular wood box mounted on a carved base featuring gilt foliage patterns. Each
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20th Century Indonesian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

19th Century Japanese Lacquer Box of Fish Shape
Located in North Miami, FL
19th century Japanese lacquer box of fish shape.  
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Russian Wooden Box, In The Style Of The Abramtsevo Workshop, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Openwork wooden box, worked with a decoration of flowers and animals; the lid is enhanced with a
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Swedish Wood Book-Hide ca 1850
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Wood Book-Hide ca 1850 With beautiful intricate carvings. Made out birch wood. Heigth
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Antique 1850s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

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Birch

Antique Black forest Cigar box / Humidor 19th Century carved deer Walnut Swiss
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Rare and impressive, this 19th-century hand-carved Swiss Black Forest cigar box is crafted from
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Wood

Antique Mahogany Accessories Jewelry Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Fully Lined Interior From our Jewellery Box collection, we are pleased to offer this Antique
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

ROBERT MITCHELL 1824 Birmingham Georgian Snuff Box In Gilt Sterling Silver
By Robert J. Mitchell 1
Located in Miami, FL
A snuff box designed by Robert Mitchell. This is a fabulous antique pocket snuff-box created in
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Antique 1820s English Georgian Decorative Boxes

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Silver, Sterling Silver

20th Century Carved Indonesian Coffret
Located in Opole, PL
is made of exotic wood. Its outer surface is covered with relief. Presented coffret is in very
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

20th Century Indonesian Carved Coffret
Located in Opole, PL
made of exotic wood, and the outer surface is covered with relief decoration. Its intended use is to
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Flemish Dutch Antwerp Red Tortoiseshell Box Cabinet Chest On Stand
Located in Forney, TX
Countries region (Netherlands / Flanders), Antwerp school, exquisitely crafted of rare precious woods and
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Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Baroque Decorative Boxes

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Bone, Tortoise Shell, Rosewood, Horn, Wood, Ebony

Shepherd s box or snuff box. Carved antler or horn. Spain, 1861.
Located in Madrid, ES
Pastoral box. Carved antler, wood, metal. Spanish school, 1861. Submit registrations. Oval box
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Antique 1860s Spanish Neoclassical Revival Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Other

Antique 19th c. Decorative Anglo-Indian Overlay Footed Box with Engraved Bone
By Rajhastani
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Sadeli mosaic; and carved boxes often combined with Sadeli mosaic/ The first two categories came from
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

American Ellis D. Atwood Wooden Cranberry Bogs Sifter Box, Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
An American Ellis D. Atwood cranberry bog sifter from the early 20th century. Step back into the rich agricultural heritage of early 20th-century America with this Ellis D. Atwood cr...
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Early 20th Century American Decorative Boxes

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Metal

Urushi Eggshell Lacquer with Abalone Shell Large Pebble Box by Alexander Lamont
By Alexander Lamont
Located in Khet Bang Sue, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon
curvaceous and delicate hand-carved wooden box that has been decorated with fine eggshell and abalone shell
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2010s Thai Art Deco Decorative Boxes

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Lacquer, Abalone, Eggshell, Wood

Captains Campaign Military Writing Box Compendium
Located in Northampton, GB
Multiple Secret Compartments From our Writing Boxes collection, we are delighted to introduce
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Antique Early 1800s English Campaign Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Chinese Bone and Copper Mounted Box
Located in London, GB
26 cm, depth 14.5 cm. This fine Chinese box is crafted from wood and contains two internal
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Jewelry Boxes

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Copper

British Antique Brass Marquetry Toilette Box with History and Many Drawers
Located in Sweden, SE
condition, needs re-upholstery of internal compartments, if you pay attention to the appearance of the box
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Large, 19th Century, Italian, Wood Coffer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Grand, lidded, hinge-top, richly carved walnut coffer embellished with four panels of reliefs
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Antique 1880s Italian Decorative Boxes

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Walnut

Late Qing Chinese Red and Black Lacquered Rice Measure Bucket with Carved Panels
Located in Yonkers, NY
A late Qing dynasty Chinese wooden rice measure, hand-carved and richly lacquered in red and black
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Very Rare Casket Minnekästchen or Box, Germany or Italy, 15th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Wooden coffret, call minnekästchen, engraved with a dog, a hare and foliage with polychromy remains. During the Middle Age, the hare is a symbol of fertility, joy and represents the...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Gothic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Spanish Colonial Era 18th/19th Century Inlaid Cedar Wooden Chest Box Trunk
Located in Forney, TX
A charming scarce Spanish Colonial era parquetry inlaid cedar legged storage chest (large table box
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Antique 18th Century Spanish Colonial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

19th Century Chinoiserie Tall Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In great condition for its age. With bone handle pulls.
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Bone, Wood, Lacquer

Art Deco Decorative Box Pietro Chiesa Gio Ponti for Fontana Arte, Italy 1930s
Located in Palermo, IT
incredible Rectangular corrugated box made of wood and old blue mirrored glass with two details that recall the work of Peter Church. Also on the glass we can see staining that date...
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20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

18th century Chinese hard wood coffer chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare 18th century perhaps earlier hard wood coffer, circa 1790. Presented in original un-restored
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Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes

Materials

Hardwood

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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
    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 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
    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 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
    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.