Mosaic Box
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Art Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood
Early 20th Century Syrian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Decorative Boxes
Malachite, Onyx, Marble
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Pewter
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1940s Persian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Egyptian Islamic Decorative Boxes
Bone, Shell, Fruitwood
20th Century Persian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century Syrian Decorative Boxes
Leather, Wood, Fruitwood, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Syrian Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Other Jewelry Boxes
Gold, Bronze
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Silver
Vintage 1940s Syrian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Indian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl
20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Wood, Mother-of-Pearl
20th Century Spanish Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Metal, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass, Murrine
Vintage 1930s German Hollywood Regency Decorative Boxes
Ormolu, Metal
20th Century Syrian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood, Cocobolo
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Pewter
Early 20th Century Persian Islamic Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Decorative Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Brass
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Pewter
Mid-20th Century Egyptian Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Fruitwood, Shell, Abalone
Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Biedermeier Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique 1850s Boxes and Cases
18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Belle Époque Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Bone, Precious Stone, Ebony
20th Century Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Bone, Precious Stone, Sandalwood
Mid-20th Century Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl
Mid-20th Century Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes
Wood, Paper
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Islamic Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 1860s English Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Hardwood
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Bone, Precious Stone, Sandalwood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian High Victorian Decorative Boxes
Stone
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Silver
Vintage 1960s Italian Renaissance Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Gold, Enamel, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Bone, Precious Stone, Sandalwood
Mid-20th Century Spanish Moorish Decorative Boxes
Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Pewter
20th Century Egyptian Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Silver
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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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