Japanese Jewelry Boxes
Early 20th Century Japanese Antiquities
Antique Late 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
Lacquer
Vintage 1930s Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
Rosewood
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Silver, Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Jewelry Boxes
Metal
Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Jewelry Boxes
Enamel
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer
20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Regency Jewelry Boxes
Beech
Antique Late 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Japanese Jewelry Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Unknown Jewelry Boxes
Hardwood
Antique 19th Century Japanese Jewelry Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Antique Early 17th Century English Elizabethan Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1980s Japanese Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Porcelain
Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Japanese Modern Jewelry Boxes
Crystal
Mid-20th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
Antique 1880s Japanese Japonisme Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Jewelry Boxes
Pine, Lacquer
Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl
1990s Japanese Showa Jewelry Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Japanese Jewelry Boxes
Porcelain
Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Jewelry Boxes
Gold
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Porcelain
Rosewood
Vintage 1910s Chinese Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Paper
Vintage 1910s Chinese Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Paper
Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Porcelain
Porcelain
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Copper, Enamel, Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Japanese Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer
Lacquer
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Jewelry Boxes
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese Jewelry Boxes
Early 20th Century Japanese Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1920s Japanese Jewelry Boxes
Silver
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Jewelry Boxes
Metal
Antique 19th Century Japanese Jewelry Boxes
Late 20th Century Japanese Boxes
Cedar
20th Century Japanese Jewelry Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Vintage 1940s Japanese Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Lacquer
Antique Early 1900s Regency Jewelry Boxes
Wood
20th Century Japanese Meiji Jewelry Boxes
Silver Plate
Antique 1830s Italian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Late Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Lacquer
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Vintage 1910s Chinese Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes
Metal, Copper, Enamel
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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.
- What is a Japanese puzzle box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Japanese puzzle box, called himitsu-bako, are wooden boxes which keep items safe from theft through an intricate mechanical pattern. These boxes require specific steps moving the mechanism to release the obscured lid, opening to reveal the cavity within.
- What is the best jewelry box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021There are many types of jewelry boxes – it’s really a matter of preference. It depends on what items you plan to store in your jewelry box and how much space you may need. You may need a few different-sized compartments for various pieces, plus ring pillows to keep each ring separated. Or an open display top that allows you quick access to the jewelry you wear every day. Shop a range of antique and vintage jewelry boxes on 1stDibs.
- What is a jewelry box called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A jewelry box is also called a keepsake box and is used to store jewelry and other small items that have sentimental value. Jewelry boxes are usually decorated with different colors, inlays, or stones. Find a collection of antique and vintage jewelry boxes on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean a Japanese lacquer box, start by moistening a soft lint-free cloth with warm water. Ring it out and then gently rub every surface. Do not use soap as it may damage the lacquer. Dry the box promptly with a second soft, dry lint-free cloth. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese lacquer boxes.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Oak 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, 2022To keep silver from tarnishing, you can put activated charcoal or silica gel packets inside of your jewelry box. Both of these items help to absorb moisture to minimize the risk of tarnishing. Find a wide variety of silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The inkstone was the most precious and permanent object in a Japanese writing set. It is a mortar used for mixing dry ink with water for the purposes of writing. You'll find a selection of Japanese writing boxes on 1stDibs.
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