Marquetry Wood Box
Vintage 1980s Italian Jewelry Boxes
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Spanish Moorish Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century Persian Islamic Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Persian Islamic Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Decorative Boxes
Other
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century Indian Agra Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century English Tea Caddies
Willow
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Antique 18th Century English Tea Caddies
Wood
Antique 1810s Dutch George III Tea Caddies
Brass
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Islamic Decorative Boxes
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood
Antique 1810s Austrian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Spanish Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Plastic, Fruitwood
Antique 1850s French Louis XV Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Desk Sets
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Music Stands
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Early 20th Century British Blanket Chests
Silk, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Futurist Side Tables
Brass
Antique 19th Century Swiss Victorian Musical Instruments
Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Revival Side Tables
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Musical Instruments
Metal
Vintage 1950s Mexican Folk Art Tobacco Accessories
Wood
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Games
Wood
Mid-20th Century Syrian Mid-Century Modern Games
Wood
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Tobacco Accessories
Metal, Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Gueridon
Bronze
Antique 1880s Swiss Musical Instruments
Enamel
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Barware
Crystal, Brass, Ormolu, Bronze
Antique 18th Century English Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Hardwood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Shell, Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Abalone, Shell, Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Shell, Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Shell, Abalone, Fruitwood
Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Decorative Boxes
Burl, Walnut, Fruitwood, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Bone, Beech, Mahogany, Rosewood, Sycamore, Burl, Wood
Antique 19th Century European Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century Syrian Islamic Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1920s Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 1870s European Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Bone, Beech, Mahogany, Rosewood, Sycamore, Burl
Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Blown Glass
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Brass
20th Century Syrian Decorative Boxes
Leather, Wood, Fruitwood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Spanish Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Spanish Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1940s Spanish Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Fruitwood
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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.
- 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, 2022Cigar boxes can be made of cardboard, paper and several kinds of wood. Spanish cedar is a popular choice for cigar boxes but mahogany, white oak and elm are also common. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique cigar boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.
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