Carved Wood Inlay Box
Antique 1810s English George III Tea Caddies
Foil
Antique Early 1800s English George III Tea Caddies
Foil
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Tea Caddies
Wood, Boxwood, Satinwood
1990s Japanese Other Lacquer
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Desk Sets
Brass
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Musical Instruments
Brass, Steel
Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Musical Instruments
Metal
Antique 18th Century and Earlier German Trunks and Luggage
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware
Crystal, Brass, Ormolu, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Other Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Jewelry Boxes
Glass, Wood, Burl
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Jewelry Boxes
Fabric, Wood, Burl
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Cocobolo, Wood, Glass
Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Metal, Silver
Antique Early 19th Century British George IV Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century German Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Arts and Crafts Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Shell, Wood
Antique Late 17th Century Belgian Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Brass, Copper
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Bone, Wood, Bamboo
Antique Early 1900s French Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Knife Boxes
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Musical Instruments
Brass
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1940s West Asian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Bone, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Velvet, Wood, Hardwood, Ebony
Vintage 1950s Unknown Moorish Decorative Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Vintage 1950s Unknown Moorish Decorative Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
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Finding the Right Boxes for You
From mere trinkets to useful receptacles that serve a distinct purpose, antique boxes as decorative objects have come in many forms over the years. No matter what they’re made of or where they end up in your home, decorative boxes add both style and storage to your space.
The decorative box that is likely most common is the jewelry box. These boxes were originally known as jewel caskets and were in common use in Ancient Egypt, as most Egyptians wore some sort of jewelry. A portable jewelry box, in its original intended use, was integral to keeping your jewelry safe and secure. This accessory has transformed in size, shape and appearance over the years. Initially it was common for a jewelry box to bear intricate ornamentation. Whether they’re mid-century modern works of marble and brass or feature playful Art Deco–style geometric decor, jewelry boxes boast real staying power.
Snuff boxes began to soar in popularity during the 17th century (and were commonplace in European homes by the mid-19th century). The boxes, some hand-painted with landscape scenes, some made from gold, porcelain or stone, contained a small amount of tobacco, which users would sniff, or “snuff,” throughout the day. Some particularly ornamental snuff boxes featured enameled designs or were set with precious gems and were given as gifts or party favors, particularly at the coronation of royalty or other lavish events.
Whether you’re organizing important mail in the foyer or tucking away medications in your bathroom, antique boxes — be they metal tea caddies, sterling-silver decorative boxes or Victorian cigar boxes made of oak (even if you don’t smoke) — are a sophisticated solution to help keep the surfaces in your home clutter-free. And no matter if you’re seeking a decorative box to beautify a desktop or bestow upon a loved one, you are sure to find something you love in the collection of antique and vintage boxes on 1stDibs.
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