Trinket Boxes
Vintage 1950s German Art Nouveau Jewelry Boxes
Metal
Late 20th Century Costa Rican Organic Modern Jewelry Boxes
Rosewood, Cocobolo
2010s British Jars
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s European Silver Bowls
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes
Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Glass, Milk Glass
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble
Vintage 1970s North American Decorative Boxes
Bone
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Decorative Boxes
Burl
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Bronze
20th Century European Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Alabaster, Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Decorative Boxes
Alabaster
Late 20th Century Japanese British Colonial Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Antique 1890s British Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Boxes
Teak
Vintage 1960s Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Decorative Boxes
Stoneware
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Jewelry Boxes
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Glass
Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes
Iron
Mid-20th Century English Campaign Decorative Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Metal
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Decorative Boxes
Lucite
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate, Copper
Mid-20th Century New Zealand Decorative Boxes
Shell
Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Decorative Boxes
Bronze
20th Century Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Leather
20th Century American American Craftsman Decorative Boxes
Burl
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes
Metal, Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century Chinese Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes
Agate, Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Jars
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s English Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Australian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Wood, Fruitwood, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American American Craftsman More Desk Accessories
Ash, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century German Empire Porcelain
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Bone, Fruitwood
Vintage 1910s Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Rosewood, Ceramic
Late 20th Century Philippine Decorative Boxes
Bone, Shell, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Decorative Boxes
Brass, Copper, Enamel
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone
Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
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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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