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English Hepplewhite Specimen Wood Reliquary Case Circa 1790
Located in Stamford, CT
Circa 1790s English Hepplewhite style reliquary box composed of various specimens of wood such as
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Antique 18th Century English Hepplewhite Decorative Boxes

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Maple, Oak, Rosewood, Satinwood, Walnut

Rare Carved Marital Aid created by a Merchant Sailor c.1890
Located in London, GB
An unusual piece of early erotica intended as a gift from a merchant sailor to keep his lover company. 'When I'm at sea' and 'Think of Me' are inscribed.
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Antique 19th Century British Boxes

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Wood, Ebony

Wood Handmade Table Iron Woven Medieval Design Italian Traditional Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Italian wood handmade cofee table with a unique iron woven and vaneers design. Inspired in the
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

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Iron

Bamboo Rattan Carved Color Leather Curve Sofa Ramon Castellano Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Bamboo Wood, 20th Century. Collapsible rattan base reinforced with wrought iron. Seat is framed in rattan
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

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Iron

Bamboo Rattan Carved Color Leather Curve Sofa Ramon Castellano Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Bamboo Wood, 20th Century. Collapsible rattan base reinforced with wrought iron. Seat is framed in rattan
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

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Iron

Rattan Split Chair Wood Confortable Modern Asian Modern Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Rattan frame accented with wood and open rattan split weave on its sides and backrest. Modern and
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

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Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Wood

Armchair Bamboo Rattan Wood Handmade Ramon Castellano Leather Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Modern armchair designed by Ramon Castellano (spanish designer), stamped for Kalma in Bamboo Wood
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

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Iron

Sofa Bamboo Rattan Wood Painted Leather Ramon Castellano Spanish Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Bamboo Wood, 20th Century. Collapsible rattan base reinforced with wrought iron. Seat is framed in rattan
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

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Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Wood

Rattan Chair Wood Cane Color Leather Patchwork Movable Backrest Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
), stamped for Kalma in Bamboo Wood, 20th Century. Collapsible rattan base reinforced with wrought iron. Seat
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Iron

Sofa Bamboo Rattan Wood Painted Leather Ramon Castellano Spanish Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Bamboo Wood, 20th Century. Collapsible rattan base reinforced with wrought iron. Seat is framed in rattan
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

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Iron

Handmade Indoors Outdoors Big Leather Wood Bamboo Rattan Sofa Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
Kalma in Bamboo Wood, 20th Century. Collapsible rattan base reinforced with wrought iron. Seat is framed
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

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Iron

Hinged Wooden Box with Period Engraving on Top and Mirror Compartments Inside
Located in Petaluma, CA
is a cloth tap for easy opening. The top and sides of the wood box has carved detailing and is an
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Mid-20th Century Jewelry Boxes

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Wood

Very Rare 19th Century Egyptian Grain Trunk
Located in London, GB
Very rare and decorative 19th century Egyptian grain trunk. Made with wood and decorated with metal
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Antique 19th Century Egyptian Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Comequandofuoripiove, Playing Cards with Case
By Studio Lievito
Located in Florence, FI
Studio Lievito, this package recalls the box where the lard is stored during its seasoning. Fashioned of
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2010s Italian Decorative Boxes

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Carrara Marble

CAD Weaving, Handcrafted Walnut with Layered Leather and Veneer Lid
By Dafi Reis Doron
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Solid wooden boxes with a unique lid, intricately made out of layers of thick veneer and fine
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2010s Israeli Other Decorative Boxes

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Leather, Wood

Ebony Turned Canister, Curved Lines
Located in Jersey City, NJ
object is the perfect marriage of extravagance and l’art du savoir-faire. The precious ebony wood is
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

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Other

Rattan Handmade Ramon Castellano Leather Duyan Seat Patchwork Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
reinforced with wrought iron. Seat is framed in rattan and crown is in wood. Bindings in leather. Reclining
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

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Iron

Woven Black Leathe Handmade Duyan Argao Lounge Ramon Castellano Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
iron. Chair framed in rattan and crown is in wood. Bindings in leather. UNESCO award at the bangkok
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

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Iron

Bamboo Rattan Handmade Ramon Castellano Painted Wicker Seat Sofa Kalma Furniture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
in Bamboo Wood, 20th Century. Collapsible rattan base reinforced with wrought iron. Chair is framed
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

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Iron

19th Century Chinese Wooden Tea Caddy
Located in Copenhagen, Copenhagen
19th century Chinese wooden tea caddy or teabox, carved with symbols for tea. Open in top and also
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Tea Caddies

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Brass

Antique tobacco box carved wood and bronze
Located in Vienna, AT
Antique rare tobacco box carved from wood with bronze mount naturalistic dog head
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Antique 1880s Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Carved Comb Box
Located in Summerland, CA
Carved Comb Box Tramp art comb box, delicately carved wood wall hanging with flower and heart
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

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Wood

19th Century Black Forest Carved Wood Tantalus, Liquor Box, Cave a Liqueur
By Black Forest
Located in Firenze, IT
Exquisite carved black forest wood liquor box "Tantalus" from circa 1860 Very good original
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Black Forest Cabinets

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Wood, Oak

Carved Altar Box
Located in New York, NY
Used as an altar, this carved wooden box features celestial musicians (probably the Buddhist
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Tibetan Sculptures

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Wood

Japanese Lacquered Wood Storage Box
Located in Seattle, WA
Japanese lacquer storage vessel. Of circular form, the surface of the footed box and cover
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lacquer

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Wood

Rose Jewelry Box, Wood Sculpture by Nairi Safaryan
By Nairi Safaryan
Located in Santa Clarita, CA
Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical
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2010s American Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Hand-carved Wooden Indian Tobacco Box
Located in New York, NY
Various hand-carved Indian Chief faces adorn the sides of this tobacco jar. Very detailed with
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Early 20th Century Tobacco Accessories

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Wood

Grape Jewelry Box by Nairi Safaryan - Walnut Wood
By Nairi Safaryan
Located in Santa Clarita, CA
Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical
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2010s American Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Walnut

19th Century Black Forest Carved Bear Tobacco Box
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Late 19th century carved black Forest standing bear with glass eyes, holding a metal lined bowl
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Antique Late 19th Century Black Forest Animal Sculptures

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Glass, Wood

Antique Jewelry Box, Chinese, 19th Century
Located in SOMIS, CA
Beautiful red lacquer jewelry box features 4 drawers and a space under the lid for storage. The
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Large Philippine Moro Chess Set Game Box
Located in Seattle, WA
A fine Moro chess set and game box from Mindanao, Philippines. Finely crafted of inlaid wood, the
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Early 20th Century Philippine Games

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Wood

19th Century Japanese Gold Lacquer Inro with Netsuke (Decorative Pills Box)
Located in Paris, FR
cases. The ojime is in hard stone. The netsuke, in carved polychrome wood, represents a Dutch holding
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Lacquer

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Lacquer, Wood

English Edwardian Butler s Letter Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Edwardian Butler's Mail Box Carved Wood and Mother of Pearl With Key from a Palm Beach
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Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Indonesian Large Betel Nut Box in the Form of a Dog
Located in New York, NY
This Indonesian box takes the form of a seated dog that swivels open to reveal compartments.
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Antique 19th Century Indonesian Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Jaques Son The Staunton Chessmen
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
signature 'H Staunton'. The turned and carved box wood and ebony pieces are larger than normal, the kings
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Vintage 1920s English More Desk Accessories

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Boxwood

18th Century Dutch Longcase Clock
By Willem van Dadelbeek
Located in Vancouver, BC
. The case has well-carved elements, inlaid box wood flower and bird decorations, a gilded brass lower
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Antique 1750s Dutch Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass

Louis XIII Style Carved Wood Box
Located in Birmingham, AL
Handsome Louis XIII style carved wood box. Solid walnut with hinged lid. Raised diamante point
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XIII Boxes

Hand-Carved Wood Box, circa 1950, France
By Alexandre Noll
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice hand-carved wood box, circa 1950, France. Dimensions: 20 cm W, 8 cm H, 14 cm D. Good original
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood

19th Century Carved Wood Box Inscribed J, Downey
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1880s highly carved wood box inscribed on the top, J. Downey.
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Antique 1880s Jewelry Boxes

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Wood

Carved wood box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carved walnut box from Italy, of a sleeping putto. The box is carved on all four sides, with
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Antique 19th Century Italian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

California Chocolate Hand Carved Wood Box with Grizzly Bear on Top
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Quinby California chocolate hand-carved wood box with grizzly bear on top c1910. 18" by 5 1/2" by
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Early 20th Century American Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine

Hand-Carved Wood Cowboy Hat Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cool hand-carved wood box with a cowboy hat lid. Fantastic piece of Folk Art. Excellent workmanship
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Vintage 1980s American Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Carved Gilt Wood Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A richly hand-carved, hinged-top, gilt wood box. The whole embellished in scrolling foliate forms
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Chinese Ox Box
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Carved wood Chinese ox box. Top comes off. Hand painted. Antlers are removable.
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Vintage 1950s Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinese Carved Camphor Wood Document Box
Located in Dallas, TX
A 19th century Chinese carved camphor wood document box. The intricately carved box depicts the
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Selection of Elegant Boxes
By Karl Springer
Located in Atlanta, GA
) Biomorphic carved wood box, circa 1960s. It is priced at $200. It measures 2"H x 6.75"W x 5"D. 6) The Asian
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes

Materials

Brass

Large Carved Wood Hand Painted Porcelain Bottle Box
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a heavy large wood box decorated with hand painted porcelain plaques in the front and both
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Carved Wood Trinket Puzzle Box
Located in Englewood, NJ
An American carved wood keepsake/jewelry box with one carved out drawers. Very organic in
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Late 20th Century American Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Wood Carved Black Forest Trunk or Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
Wood carved black forest small trunk or box.
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Antique 19th Century German Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Chinese Wood Floating Dragon Box
Located in Winnetka, IL
A hand carved Chinese wood floating dragon box.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes

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Wood

WWI Carved Russian Wood Box Dated 1916
Located in Queens, NY
Nicely carved wooden chest with Cyrillic writing on the front panel: "FROM THE PRISONER, 1916
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20th Century Russian Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Carved Wooden Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A carved, woven design wooden box, England, circa 1870.
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Exquisite Steel and Carved Wood Tortoise Box
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Sculptural lidded box constructed of metal which forms the tortoise, and exquisitely carved and
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20th Century Boxes

Hand Carved Wood Tramp Folk Art Lidded Pedestal Box
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage hand carved wood tramp Folk Art lidded pedestal box. Lined with red velvet material.
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Vintage 1980s Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Velvet, Wood

Black Forest Carved Box
Located in Nantucket, MA
black forest box with hinged top, with carved barn scene
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Antique 19th Century German Boxes

Materials

Wood

Stunning Original Antique Hand Carved Black Forest Wood Music Box Needs Service
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
music box with original 4airs paper label A very good looking and well made piece, it is hand carved
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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

20th Century Carved and Chiselled Oriental Wood Indian Box, 1960
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Indian carved box from 20th century. Object for antique dealers and collectors in oriental wood
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Mid-20th Century Indian Decorative 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
    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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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.