Keepsake Boxes
Vintage 1960s Italian Jewelry Boxes
Alabaster
Vintage 1970s American Boxes
Resin, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Danish Decorative Boxes
Vintage 1930s Danish Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Mexican Jewelry Boxes
Abalone
Vintage 1960s Mexican Jewelry Boxes
Alpaca, Abalone
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Nickel
Late 20th Century American Boxes
Antique 19th Century Swedish Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Boxes
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Jewelry Boxes
Antique Early 19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Rosewood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century English Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s American Jewelry Boxes
Metal, Enamel
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
Vintage 1930s German Folk Art Sculptures
Velvet
Early 20th Century American Boxes
Mirror
Antique 19th Century Mexican Boxes
Wood, Paint, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes
Metal
Vintage 1940s Danish Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century European Jugendstil Decorative Boxes
Tin
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Metal
Vintage 1940s French Rococo Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Late Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
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Finding the Right Decorative Boxes for You
Antique, vintage and new decorative boxes will safely store items while adding a splash of color or texture to a corner in any room. They have had a range of purposes over the years — from trinkets to serving as useful receptacles, such as snuff boxes, jewelry boxes and more. Boxes have also been designed in a range of forms and styles.
Box making is a craft dating back thousands of years. Early boxes as decorative objects were regularly designed and decorated both inside and out, ranging from minimal looks to more flashy styles. Decorative boxes have been constructed from different materials, with wood and metal being the most common. Wood is widely available and versatile, with woodworkers able to carve complex designs or showcase its natural grain.
Some antique jewelry boxes were made with tortoiseshell, mother-of-pearl, ivory and even porcupine quills, such as those created by the Anishinabe in Canada and the United States. In Sri Lanka, well-crafted boxes were inlaid with porcupine quills and ivory discs between ebony bands. Chinese sewing boxes and tea boxes made of black lacquer were popular in Europe during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. These often featured gold-painted designs or landscape scenes. Silk, paper and velvet frequently enhanced these boxes’ interiors.
Any style of decorative box can be a nice tabletop or desktop decor, whether to hold candy or tea in the living room or paper, pencils and other business supplies in the office. They can also act as jewelry boxes. Sewing boxes can be a lovely touch to any space while storing magazines or other trinkets.
You can find metal, wood and silver antique boxes on 1stDibs. The collection includes mid-century modern, Victorian and Art Deco styles that can add elegance to any home.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can use a wide range of items as a keepsake box. Decorative boxes made of wood, metal, bone, brass and other materials can all hold keepsakes. The size of what you wish to store will help to determine which box is right for your needs. If you plan to stow delicate items inside, consider a box with velvet or satin lining. You'll find a variety of keepsake boxes on 1stDibs.
- What is a keepsake box called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A keepsake box can be called by a number of different names. You may see them referred to as memory boxes or trinket boxes. However, many people simply use the phrase keepsake box to describe them. Shop a selection of antique and vintage keepsake boxes on 1stDibs.
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