Large Decorative Box
Antique 19th Century German Decorative Boxes
Tin
Antique 1750s French Louis XV Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
Antique 19th Century English Boxes
Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl
Mid-20th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes
Bamboo, Rattan
Antique Early 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Wicker, Rattan
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Brass, Bronze
Antique 18th Century English Rococo Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Bronze, Enamel
Antique 1810s Swedish Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Marble
Antique 1870s European Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Antique 1820s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Limestone
Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Snuff Boxes and Tob...
Limestone
Vintage 1930s British Jewelry Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s American Jewelry Boxes
Citrine, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Uzbek Islamic Jewelry Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Dutch Colonial Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century German William IV Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Plaster
Antique 19th Century Austrian Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Enamel
Early 20th Century Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
1990s Russian Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s English Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Sterling Silver
Antique Early 19th Century German Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Stone, Gold
Antique Early 18th Century European Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
Early 20th Century French Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Silver
Antique 19th Century British Regency Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Antique 19th Century British Regency Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Metal
Antique 1870s French Jewelry Boxes
Silver Plate, Bronze
Antique 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Tea Caddies
Tôle
20th Century American Tea Caddies
Zinc, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Tea Caddies
Yew
Antique 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Macassar, Ebony
Antique Mid-19th Century Great Britain (UK) William IV Tea Caddies
Rosewood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Chrome, Metal
Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Tea Caddies
Silver Plate
The Ca...
Antique 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Antique Mid-19th Century English Industrial Tea Caddies
Antique 1880s English Victorian Tea Caddies
Wood, Yew
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Tea Caddies
Wood
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Tea Caddies
Silver Plate
Antique 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Wood, Fruitwood, Lacquer
Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold
20th Century English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Shagreen
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Glass, Nutwood
Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Late Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco...
Ceramic
Antique 19th Century Russian Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Crystal Serveware
Crystal, Aluminum
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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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