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Rare Swiss Black Forest 19th century cigar box / humidor with dog hand-carved
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
A distinguished 19th-century Swiss cigar box, exquisitely hand-carved and finished on all sides
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Wood

English Black Lacquered and Gilt Stenciled Figural Pagoda Sewing Box, C. 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
English octagonal black lacquered and gilt stenciled figural pagoda hinged one drawer sewing box
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Antique 1810s English George III Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Mid-20th Century Wooden Box with Silver Knot Lid by the French Firm Hermès Paris
By Hermès
Located in North Miami, FL
Material: fabric, silver, wood, leather, metal, silver plate Technique: cast, plated, carved, molded
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Silver, Metal, Silver Plate

English Black Lacquered and Gilt Stenciled Figural Pagoda Tea Box, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
English black lacquered and gilt stenciled figural pagoda hinged tea box with exterior gilt
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Antique 1810s English George III Decorative Boxes

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Pewter

Vintage Hand Carved Nut Woodenware Catchall, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Found in Austria at an estate sale, this hand carved nut catchall is perfect for the collector
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Vintage 1960s American Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Wood

18th Century Decorative Lacquered Portrait Figures Wood Tobacco Snuff Box Black
Located in Brescia, IT
This antique and fine lacquered wood box, is painted on both the sides with an elegant portrait of
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Antique Mid-18th Century Austrian Neoclassical Snuff Boxes and Tobacco B...

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Wood, Lacquer

Hand Carved Crafted Fruit Wood Coco Georgian Victorian Tea Caddy Centerpiece LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Carved Crafted Fruit Wood Coco Georgian Victorian Tea Caddy Centerpiece LA Very rare 19th
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Tea Caddies

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Brass, Metal

Antique Hand-Carved Chestnut Box in Asian Bamboo Style Inlaid with Soapstone
Located in Lisse, NL
-carved wooden box not only comes with a decor of bamboo plants on all sides, it also has a rare, maritime
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Early 20th Century European Chinoiserie Cigar Boxes and Humidors

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Soapstone

19th Century Old Portable Chest in Wood and Iron Frames Resting on Four Feet
Located in Sofia, BG
Rare Indian coffee made of hand carved wood with metal frame. The door opens from the top and
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Antique Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique English Coromandel Tiered Jewellery Box George Betjemann
By George Betjemann Sons
Located in Northampton, GB
Double Tiered Pull Out Shelves From our Jewellery Box collection, we are delighted to offer this
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Jewelry Boxes

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Brass

Hand Carved Marquetry Inlay Pear Shaped Vessel with Lid
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Presenting a stunning Hand Carved Marquetry Inlay Pear Shaped Vessel with Lid. Crafted with
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2010s Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Late 19th Century French Dome-Top Burled Amboyna and Ebony Box with Original Key
Located in Middleburg, VA
An elegant late 19th-century French dome-top box, made circa 1900 and constructed from beautifully
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Early 20th Century Spanish French Provincial Decorative Boxes

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Metal, Brass

19thc Hand Carved Wooden New England Dough Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 219thc Wooden dough bowl found in New England. Wonderful patina and age to the surface. Great size.
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Antique Early 19th Century American Adirondack Decorative Boxes

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Wood

19th Century Wooden Carved Painted Display Cabinet Chest Tabernacle
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
European 19th Century Wooden Carved Painted Display Cabinet featuring a mirror glass locking door
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Antique Mid-19th Century European Empire Decorative Boxes

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Mirror, Wood

Mid-Century Wooden Jewelry Box, Free-Form Trinket with Drawers - Australia 1970s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
this jewelry / trinket box, carved in camphor laurel. Free-form very elegant design. Carved patiently
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Mid-20th Century Australian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Wood, Fruitwood, Walnut

Contemporary Chest on Leather Decorated Carved Fretwork Mahogany Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
A Contemporary Chest on Leather Decorated and Carved Blind Fretwork Mahogany Stand. Great vintage
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Late 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Decorative Boxes

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Faux Leather, Wood, Mahogany, Paint

17th Century, Alabaster and Ebonised Wood Casket Malines Coffer
Located in Dallas, TX
A 17th century Malines alabaster and ebonised wood coffer or casket with engraved inset panels
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Antique 17th Century Belgian Decorative Boxes

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Alabaster

18th Century French Normandy Carved Painted "Coffre de Mariage" Wedding Trunk
Located in Dallas, TX
treasured household goods. Hand-built in pine wood, the rectangular trunk features a gently arched lid, a
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Antique Late 18th Century French Country Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Paint

Early 20th Century American Hand Carved Two-Tier Collector s Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand carved decorative box / collector's chest, circa early 20th century. Features a hinged-top
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Boxes

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Metal

large oval Antique swiss 19th century Black Forest jewelry box walnut 3 birds
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
This stunning 19th-century Black Forest jewelry box from Switzerland is a true work of art
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Jewelry Boxes

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Velvet, Wood

Spanish Colonial Gilt Wood Vargueno With Red and Black Paint
Located in Stamford, CT
Spanish Colonial style painted and gilt wood table top vargueno, a chest with eight drawers and
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Early 20th Century Baroque Decorative Boxes

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Iron

Art Deco the Box with the Red Dot, 1930, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All ...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Jewelry Boxes

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Wood

Chinese Red Brown Lacquer Jewelry Box with Iron Hardware, Early 20th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
An early 20th century Chinese jewelry box made with red brown lacquered wood and iron hardware
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Early 20th Century Chinese Jewelry Boxes

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Metal

18th Century Swedish Folk Art Box Dated 1752 with Sliding Lid
Located in Stockholm, SE
craftsmanship. Carved from solid wood, the box features a finely fitted sliding lid and distinctive chip-carved
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Birch

Louise Nevelson Style Dimensional Signed Wood Box Sculpture 1996
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing and intricate carved wood box sculpture that stands tabletop is signed and dated. The
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1990s American Modern Abstract Sculptures

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Hardwood, Paint

Antique English Coromandel Silver Vanity Box by Hunt and Roskell
Located in Northampton, GB
By Hunt and Roskell From our Vanity Box collection, we are delighted to offer this Coromandel
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Antique Late 19th Century English Early Victorian Jewelry Boxes

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Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Brass

Antique French 19th Century Napoleon III Jewelry Box Inlaid Brass Pearl Thuya
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Marvelous & luxurious ! This most rare 19th century French antique Napoleon III jewelry box
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes

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Wood

Moorish Inlaid Marquetry Mosaic Jewelry Box with Geometric and Floral Patterns
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This is a Moorish-style jewelry box adorned with inlaid marquetry work, featuring a mosaic of
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Vintage 1940s Moroccan Moorish Jewelry Boxes

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Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood

Antique Swedish Folk Art Tea Caddy in Hand-Carved Wood, 19th century
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A fine hand-tooled and ebonized wooden tea canister of Swedish origin - circa 1850-1890. Folk art piece made by an unknown artisan. Measurements: H: 18 cm, Diameter: 15 cm.
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Tea Caddies

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Oak

Antique Miniature Dresser Styled Jewelry Chest or Music Box with Pink Marble Top
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This well executed antique musical jewelry box has no maker's marks, but presumed to have been made
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Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Jewelry Boxes

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Brass

Pair Midcentury Modernist Carved Wooden and Brass Bird Sculptures
Located in Palm Springs, CA
, each mounted on stylized wood carved bases. Each measures: 9" t x 22" w x 6" d 19" t x 10" w x 5" d
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Vintage 1960s North American Jewelry Boxes

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Brass

Top Quality 19th Century Jewelry, Treasure Box, Cabinet w Drawers Mirror Doors
Located in Lisse, NL
A beautiful antique and all handcrafted jewelry box with a striking velvet lining. This rare and
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Jewelry Boxes

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Brass, Bronze

Tramp Art Box from Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Trump Art style wood box ,hand crfted .
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Vintage 1910s Italian Arts and Crafts Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Wood

Antique George III English Burr Yew Wood Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
Caddy of rectangular shape is beautifully finished in veneered Burr Yew wood, edged in boxwood with
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Antique Late 18th Century British George III Jewelry Boxes

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Boxwood

A Primitive Snuff Box, Scandinavia 1847
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A Primitive Snuff Box dated 1847 and signed T.O. from Norway, Scandinaiva. Wear due to age and use
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Antique 19th Century Norwegian Romantic Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Wood

Pair of Victorian Carved Mahogany Tea Caddies with Tin Linings, circa 1880
Located in Morristown, NJ
Pair of Victorian Carved Mahogany Tea Caddies with Tin Linings, England, c. 1880 A handsome and
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Tea Caddies

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Tin

Georigan Cherry Wood Tea Vessel
Located in Vienna, AT
A wonderful tea vessel made out of cherry wood in Vienna in about 1830-1850. Beautifully decorated
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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Tea Caddies

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Silver

Two snuff boxes, Dutch, Late 18th Early 19th Century
Located in Toronto, CA
Two wonderful antique, figural snuff boxes in the form of heeled boots. Dutch, most probably from
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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Snuff Boxes and Tobacco B...

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Wood, Antler

Cute Table Top Italian Early 18th Century Walnut Chest w/Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
features carved column side posts, paneled drawers and sides and sits atop four petite bun feet. This
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Antique 18th Century Italian Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Walnut

Dutch Early 19th Century Wooden Shoe Shaped Snuff Box
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch early 19th century wooden shoe shaped snuff box An early 19th century wooden hand carved
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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Wood

RARE IBERIAN SAFE from the first half of the 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
RARE IBERIAN SAFE from the first half of the 17th Century in painted and gilded carved wood
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Antique 17th Century Portuguese Baroque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Gothic Oak Chest – Northern France, Circa 1320–1360
Located in Bilzen, BE
Rare medieval oak coffer carved with Gothic tracery, featuring lancets and quatrefoils
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Decorative Boxes

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Iron

Pair of 19th-century Limewood Carvings of Romantic Tyrolean Scenes
Located in San Francisco, CA
Romance is in the air—make that Alpine air—with these two hand carved wood plaques. They depict a
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Antique 19th Century Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Rare 15th Century Venetian Casket Former Dr. Albert Figdor Collection
Located in Doha, QA
from the late Medieval to early Renaissance period in the Republic of Venice, Italy. Hand-carved from
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Paint

A Fine Anglo Indian Coromandel Workbox
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine early 19th century coromandel work box with moulded front design and fitted interior
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Antique Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes

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Ivory, Wood

19th century campaign metamorphic camphor writing slope
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
, minor restorations to wood work.  Fine example of this type of box.
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Antique Late 19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Campaign Decora...

Materials

Brass

Italian Handmade Maple Leaf Shaped Centerpiece, Aldo Tura for Macabo, 1950s
By Aldo Tura, Macabo
Located in Roma, IT
wood is carved in a very clean way and the final result is extremely elegant. An ideal addition to
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Birch

Antique Kotak Taji cockfighting spur container
Located in Chonburi, TH
The wood antique Kotak Taji cockfighting spur container is a captivating relic that immerses us in
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Early 20th Century Balinese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Steel

Mid 19th Century Studded Leather Table Coffret from France
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… This small leather table coffret from France dates to the mid-1800s. The leather is affixed by numerous nailheads, with some arranged in geometrical p...
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Decorative Boxes

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Animal Skin, Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Wood

Victorian Miniature Black forest Antler Casket 1860
Located in Berghuelen, DE
of wood, veneered with antler pieces. On top an antler plaque with staghound carving. The feet are
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Antique Mid-19th Century German Black Forest Decorative Boxes

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Antler, Wood

18th Century Louis XV Painted Silver Leaf Display Case Tabernacolo, circa 1770
Located in Encinitas, CA
with silver leaf accents. As a reliquary or tabernacolo, the box may have been used to display or store
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Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XV Decorative Boxes

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Silver Leaf

Antique Painted Table Coffer, Dated 1915
Located in Dallas, TX
tall tray with five compartments, has a honey-colored finish to the wood. Our painted coffer from 1915
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Early 20th Century European Renaissance Decorative Boxes

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Wood, Paint

Pair Italian Decorative Sarcophagi, circa 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, and white marble panels and standing on ball feet with matching plinths. Each with relief carved
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Marble

Mid-18th Century Decorative Lacquered Wooden Tobacco Snuff Box Black
Located in Brescia, IT
This fine wood lacquered wood case is painted both on the sides: there is the elegant portrait of a
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Antique Mid-18th Century Austrian Baroque Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Lacquer

Charles II Needlework Casket, Second Half of the 17th Century
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of an English needlework casket from the Charles II period (1660-1685), with silk work exterior panels depicting various figures and animals, a top mirrored compartmen...
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Antique Late 17th Century English Charles II Decorative Boxes

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Brass, Iron

1960s Jean Gillon Tobacco Jar for Italma Wood Art Brazil
By Jean Gillon
Located in London, GB
Cigar humidor or tobacco jar from the 1960s. This iconic piece from the Italma Wood Art collection
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

Russian tobacco containers with carved and painted decoration, treen, C 1890
Located in Central England, GB
for lifting. The exterior of these decorative pieces is very finely hand carved with different snow
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Folk Art Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

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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.