Ebony Box Carved
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Ebony
Antique 1790s Indonesian Dutch Colonial Decorative Boxes
Ebony
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Wood, Ebony
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Wood, Ebony
2010s Decorative Boxes
Nickel
Antique Early 19th Century Sri Lankan Dutch Colonial Decorative Boxes
Silver, Steel
Mid-20th Century Mauritanian Islamic Decorative Boxes
Silver
1990s Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Ebony
Antique 17th Century European Decorative Boxes
Ebony, Kingwood
Early 20th Century Spanish French Provincial Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
2010s Australian Modern Decorative Boxes
Nickel
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Velvet, Ebony, Macassar
Antique 19th Century English Other Decorative Boxes
Silk, Birdseye Maple, Ebony, Mahogany, Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Pewter
Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Baroque Decorative Boxes
Bone, Tortoise Shell, Rosewood, Horn, Wood, Ebony
Antique Mid-19th Century English Jewelry Boxes
Metal, Silver, Brass
Vintage 1950s French Decorative Boxes
Ebony
Antique 17th Century Belgian Decorative Boxes
Alabaster
Antique Early 18th Century Baroque Jewelry Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Metal, Brass, Bronze, Ormolu, Pewter
Antique Early 1800s English George III Tea Caddies
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Tea Caddies
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Jars
Ebony
Antique 19th Century Lacquer
Lacquer
2010s Australian Art Deco Game Boards
Nickel
Antique 1630s Belgian Baroque Cabinets
Alabaster
Antique 1880s Swiss Biedermeier Musical Instruments
Steel
Recent Sales
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Organic Modern Decorative Boxes
Other
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Boxes
Maple, Macassar
Antique 19th Century British Boxes
Wood, Ebony
Antique 1770s English Chippendale Knife Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Rococo Tableware
Silver Plate, Stainless Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century Decorative Boxes
Ebony
Early 20th Century English Boxes
Ebony
Early 20th Century Indian Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Sri Lankan Boxes
Ebony, Bone
Antique Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Victorian Decorative Boxes
Ebony
Antique Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Decorative Boxes
Ebony
Antique Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Decorative Boxes
Ebony
Antique 1810s German Biedermeier Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Pewter
Vintage 1960s North American Decorative Boxes
Wood, Ebony
Early 20th Century Asian Primitive Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Sri Lankan Decorative Boxes
Bone, Ebony, Teak
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Ebony
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood, Ebony, Ziricote
Antique 19th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Decorative Boxes
Bone, Hardwood, Ebony
Antique Late 19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Boxwood, Ebony, Rosewood
Antique 1810s English George III Tea Caddies
Foil
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Ebony, Mahogany
Antique 1880s American American Empire Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Tea Caddies
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Platters and Serveware
Marble
Antique 19th Century English Other Tea Caddies
Mother-of-Pearl, Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Knife Boxes
Boxwood, Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Musical Instruments
Brass, Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware
Crystal, Brass, Ormolu, Bronze
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Early 20th Century Balinese Decorative Boxes
Bone, Coconut, Ebony
Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Teak
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Ebony
Antique Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Ebony, Fruitwood, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Antique 17th Century Indian Baroque Decorative Boxes
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Bone, Precious Stone, Ebony
Antique Late 19th Century British High Victorian Tea Caddies
Brass
Antique 19th Century Indian Boxes
Ebony
Antique 19th Century Indian Boxes
Ebony
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Renaissance Revival Decorative Boxes
Ebony
Antique 19th Century Indian Boxes
Ebony
Antique 19th Century Indian Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century Indian Boxes
Antique 19th Century Boxes
Antique 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Velvet, Wood, Hardwood, Ebony
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Furniture
Ebony
Vintage 1970s Tanzanian British Colonial Sculptures and Carvings
Ebony
Antique Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Knife Boxes
Brass
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Serving Pieces
Mirror, Murano Glass, Wood
1990s British Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Shagreen, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Lacquer
Giltwood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Beech, Wool
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique 1890s French Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Malachite, Bronze
Vintage 1980s Fountains
Bronze
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Concrete
Vintage 1970s American Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Mexican Modern Animal Sculptures
Brass
1990s Decorative Boxes
Shagreen
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Beech
Antique Early 1700s Chinese Qing Ceramics
Enamel
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Italian Decorative Boxes
Malachite
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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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