Trinket Boxes
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Peruvian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century South Asian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Bone, Tortoise Shell
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Decorative Boxes
Malachite
Antique 19th Century French Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Decorative Boxes
Malachite
20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Jewelry Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Unknown Decorative Boxes
Glass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes
Other
Late 20th Century Victorian Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone
Mid-20th Century North American Jewelry Boxes
Metal, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Enamel, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Metal
Vintage 1910s British Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Costa Rican Post-Modern Decorative Boxes
Cocobolo
Early 20th Century English Decorative Boxes
Ironstone
Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s Indian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century German Black Forest Jewelry Boxes
Softwood
Late 20th Century French International Style Decorative Boxes
Enamel, Gold Leaf
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Boxes
Maple, Padouk
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Boxes
Maple, Padouk
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Pottery
Antique Late 19th Century Russian Belle Époque Decorative Boxes
Jade
Early 20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Faience
1980s French Boxes
Early 20th Century Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s English International Style Decorative Boxes
Copper
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Metal
Vintage 1970s English International Style Decorative Boxes
Copper
Antique 19th Century European Sterling Silver
Silver
20th Century Hungarian Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century Swiss Decorative Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Unknown Rococo Jewelry Boxes
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass, Copper
Antique 1870s Dutch High Victorian Decorative Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Rococo Jewelry Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Velvet, Burl
Antique 1890s German Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Paper
Antique 1870s Austrian Other Decorative Boxes
Silver, Enamel
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Metal
20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Alabaster
1970s Unknown Boxes
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
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Trinket Boxes For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Trinket Boxes?
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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