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Oak Book Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
A great vintage box carved to look like three enormous books on a wooden stand. Wonderful height
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1950s Italian Used Book Boxes

Materials

Wood

Book Box Side Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Italian red leather book box, circa 1920
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Early 20th Century Italian Used Book Boxes

Materials

Wood, Leather, Paper

Faux vellum book boxes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand carved, hand finished faux vellum book boxes. Voila! offers customized sizes and patina`s
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Book Boxes

Materials

Wood

Tooled Leather Covered "Book" Box
Located in New York, NY
The exterior comprised of tooled leather book spines of classics, such as Madame Bovary and The
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20th Century Used Book Boxes

20th Century Silver Book Box, Unmarked
Located in Atlanta, GA
20th century silver book box, unmarked. See additional photos - there appears to be a shield mark
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20th Century Used Book Boxes

Materials

Silver

A 19th.c. book box of intaglios
Located in New York, NY
C16392 NDL A 19th.c. book box of the Grande Tour containing its complete set of
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19th Century Italian Used Book Boxes

Huge Antique 19 th c Book Box
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Oversized antique book shape box
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19th Century Austrian Other Used Book Boxes

Materials

Cardboard

A Curious French 19th Century Book Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
The rectangular wood structure covered with leather book binding; hinged on one side with 2 clasps
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19th Century French Used Book Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

French Cartonnage Book Box Table on Stand circa 1860
Located in Lake Forest, IL
French Cartonnage "Commode" Book Box Tab;e on Stand, Circa 1860
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19th Century French Used Book Boxes

Materials

Wood, Papier Mâché

Chess Set and Backgammon Board on History of Australia Book Box
Located in Middleburg, VA
This amazing leather book box with magnificent color displays a chess board on one side and
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20th Century English Used Book Boxes

Georgian Faux Lordford Book Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
/> stone masonry, book lined walls
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19th Century English Used Book Boxes

George III Period Folk Art Painted Book Box, circa 1800
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
The Folk Art crafted hinged box in the form of a book, retaining the original green and red painted
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Early 1800s English Folk Art Used Book Boxes

Materials

Softwood

19th Century Painted Wood Book Box on Stand
Located in Essex, MA
A whimsical and beautifully made 19th century hand-painted carved wood box in the form of a giant
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1870s American Folk Art Used Book Boxes

Materials

Wood

English "Book" Puzzle Money Box
Located in Sheffield, MA
Mahogany money box in the shape of a book inlaid with boxwood and ebony in a geometric design front
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19th Century English Used Book Boxes

Materials

Mahogany, Boxwood, Ebony

Vintage Leather Faux Book Musical Liquor Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
1920's leather faux book musical liquor box.
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Early 20th Century English Used Book Boxes

Materials

Glass

Large Leather Faux Book Telephone Box, France, Circa 1900
Located in Lake Forest, IL
Large Leather Faux Book Telephone Box, France, Circa 1900, originally for a 'candlestick' telephone.
Category

Early 20th Century French Used Book Boxes

Materials

Leather, Cardboard

Antique Victorian Coromandel Writing Book Holder Box, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
A very fine antique Victorian Coromandel personal book holder Made by Martin & Co Cheltenham
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1860s British Victorian Used Book Boxes

Materials

Wood

Fine Tramp Art Star Topped Box with Handles Illustrated in Book
Located in Manalapan, NJ
Fine tramp art star topped box illustrated in book, Tramp Art Another Notch, Folk Art from the
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Early 20th Century American Used Book Boxes

Painted Book Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Painted book table or book box, with hinged lid on turned legs. Two are available
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20th Century American Used Book Boxes

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century English Book Carrier
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century English book carrier, ebonized with gold accents, and a single drawer with ring pull.
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19th Century English Used Book Boxes

Assouline Fashion Book Collector s Set
Located in Stamford, CT
Collector's set of forty Assoline signature art and fashion books with white leather carrying case by Coach. A maker's plaque by Coach is featured on the outside along with a buckle.  
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Late 20th Century Used Book Boxes

Materials

Leather

Large Leather Book on Mahogany Stand
Located in Hudson, NY
made to appear, like a large leather book, lying on top of a mahogany table, however, when opened
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1950s English Used Book Boxes

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

19th Century French Book Form Tantalus
Located in Miami, FL
French book form Tantalus, antique leather bindings opening to a fitted removable rack with four
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19th Century French Belle Époque Used Book Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

19th Century Scottish Brass Novelty Book-Shaped Cigar Box
Located in Umberleigh, Devon
A fabulous Scottish brass novelty book-shaped cigar box with working clasp and adjustable cedar
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1890s Scottish Late Victorian Used Book Boxes

Materials

Brass

Shakespeare Book Tea Caddy Box Papier Mache Gold Leaf 19th Century
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Shakespeare themed papier mache tea caddy in the form of a stack of books with ornate silvered escutcheon. This charming tea caddy is decorated in a brown finish with gold leaf decor...
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19th Century British Victorian Used Book Boxes

Dunhill Cigar Box
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Dunhill Cigar Box veneered in book matched Walnut with inlaid Ivory lines, Ivory key profile and
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1940s British Used Book Boxes

Victorian Inlaid Partridge Wood Travelling Book/Photo Frame
Located in Windsor, Berkshire
Victorian inlaid partridge wood travelling book/photo frame. A superb inlaid book on the outside
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Mid-19th Century English Used Book Boxes

Materials

Wood

Handsome Rosewood Magazine Box
Located in Asheville, NC
Incredibly rare table top rosewood magazine or book box - Stunning grains, fine accent piece. Felt
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20th Century American Used Book Boxes

Materials

Rosewood

A French stack of Book-Decanter with glasses
Located in Hudson, NY
A stack of books, with a decanter and four (4) glass in side.
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1940s French Used Book Boxes

Materials

Crystal

Novelty Victorian Biscuit Box
Located in London, GB
Victorian silver plate book shaped biscuit box, Lozenge registration mark for 1878.
Category

19th Century English Used Book Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of Four French 19th Century Antique Book Files
Located in London, GB
A really nice set of 4 faux Book Files in good order and nice and clean inside with lovely old
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19th Century French Used Book Boxes

Carl Otto Czeschka "Die Nibelungen" Book and lidded jar
By Carl Otto Czeschka
Located in Vienna, AT
. Under this contract, the illustrations for the book “The Nibelungs” must have been created. Inspired by
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Used Book Boxes

French Passementerie Sample Book Page
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming vintage trimmings book. Silk background with silk and metallic cords & paper labels.
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20th Century French Used Book Boxes

Materials

Silk, Paper

Book Carl Otto Czeschka Glass Jar Nibelungs Szene ca. 1909
By Christoph Reisser’s Sons, Carl Otto Czeschka, Haida
Located in Vienna, AT
. Under this contract, the illustrations for the book “The Nibelungs” must have been created. Inspired by
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Used Book Boxes

Regency Style Faux Library Box
Located in New York, NY
Charming box with faux book spines on the doors and four divided interior compartments.
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19th Century English Used Book Boxes

Materials

Wood, Leather

Repoussé Metal Box by Alfred Daguet
Located in New York, NY
. In technique, the box and its ornamentation are linked to medieval boxes, book covers, and
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19th Century French Used Book Boxes

Materials

Iron

Box 24-Karat Gold-Plated 925 Silver Medal Painter Vermeer
By José Vermeersch
Located in Palermo, IT
a very good condition made in 1970.With a beautiful original inlaid wooden box with book that
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1970s Italian Modern Used Book Boxes

Materials

Silver

MARGOT DE TAXCO Sterling Silver Enamel Rare/Important Box 1953
Located in New York, NY
book for illustration of this box (see specifics below about book). A fasciantion with Japanese art
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1950s Mexican Used Book Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Fine and Large Brass Inlaid Rosewood Box by Erhard Sohne
Located in New York, NY
, founded in 1844 in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany, were makers of luxury goods such as elaborate book bindings
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Early 20th Century German Used Book Boxes

Materials

Brass

19th C. box of Grande Tour intaglios
Located in New York, NY
C16265 NDL A 19th.c. book box of the Grande Tour containing its complete set of
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19th Century Italian Used Book Boxes

19th Century Gold Enamel Snuffbox in the Form of a Book by Petschler
By Christian Petschler
Located in Paris, FR
Yellow gold snuffbox in the form of a book. Lid and base presents a "guilloché "ground framed by a
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1820s French Restauration Used Book Boxes

Materials

Gold

Italian Hand-Carved Hand-Painted La Bibliothèque, Faux Book Table
Located in Miami, FL
additional book-boxes which can be added to this table as additional interest and also to house small objects
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Early 20th Century Italian Used Book Boxes

Materials

Gesso, Paint, Wood

Livre
By Line Vautrin
Located in New York , NY
"Book" A bronze doré box With the text of the poem "Clair de lune" from Guillaume Apollinaire's
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20th Century French Used Book Boxes

Materials

Cork

Chanel Pink Boy Caviar Leather Card Holder Wallet
By Chanel
Located in Denver, CO
scratches to the hardware and faint top corner wear. Includes: Dust bag, care book, box, tag Features
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2010s Used Book Boxes

Louis Vuitton Liu Wei ArtyCapucines Bag Leather with Applique MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Excellent. Light creasing on rear closure trim, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Book
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Book Boxes

Antique Leather Book Gold Trimmed Liquor Box
Located in Stamford, CT
This elegant leather bound faux book stack contains a gold rimmed decanter and 8 shot glass set.
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20th Century Used Book Boxes

Fine Antique Onyx and Bronze Desk Ink Stand Pen Rest Faux Book and Blotter Set
Located in Atlanta, GA
also includes an onyx and bronze blotter and an onyx and bronze box in the style of a book. The 'pages
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Early 20th Century European Used Book Boxes

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

Boxed Art Book by Larry Calkins "The Birds Have It"
By Larry Calkins
Located in New York, NY
image. The box is signed on the bottom. With the loose contents of the book and dress piece it can be
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Book Boxes

Materials

Paint, Parchment Paper, Canvas, Wood, Wax

Louis Vuitton Vintage .Notebook and Address Book with Original Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Commemorative Louis Vuitton Address Book and Notepad celebrating LV's 150 years from 1854 to 2004
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21st Century and Contemporary French Used Book Boxes

Vickery London Country House Post Letter Box Stationery Book 20th century
By J. C. Vickery
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Country House letter, book and stationery box by J. C. Vickery, London. With engraved brass letter
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Early 20th Century British Used Book Boxes

Materials

Glass, Wood

Cartier New Leather Silver Charm Men s Travel Agenda Planner Date Book in Box
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Cartier New Leather Silver Men's Women's Charm Logo Travel Agenda Planner Date Book in Box Leather
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Used Book Boxes

Rare Louis Vuitton "Red Cross" Medi Box as seen on the 100 Legendary Trunks Book
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Extremely rare Louis Vuitton medi box as seen on the 100 legendary trunks book of Louis Vuitton
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1910s Used Book Boxes

Materials

Steel

The Restless Years - From the Book Series
By James King
Located in Potts Point, NSW
The Restless Years is painted on a hardcover book and framed. (Black Box Frame) About the Artist
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Used Book Boxes

Materials

Oil

New 2006 Hermes Rouge Veau Epsom Notebook/Address Book
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
New Hermes Rouge Note Book/Address Book perfectly complements a "Kelly", "Birkin", or even a "Lindy
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21st Century and Contemporary French Used Book Boxes

"Heart of Darkness" Book by Joseph Conrad, Illustrated by Sean Scully
By Sean Scully, Joseph Conrad
Located in New York, NY
. Spine sun faded on the cloth box, the book is in fine condition. The American Livre de Peintre 48
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1990s American Used Book Boxes

Materials

Paper

Red Leather Desk Set with Blotter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Includes a blotter, desktop notepad book, storage box and desk pad.
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1950s French Used Book Boxes

I Go A Traveling
Located in New York, NY
seek adventure. Framed and matted in black linen, the book is set into the box, published by Harper and
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Early 20th Century American Used Book Boxes

Materials

Paper, Linen

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Used Book Boxes For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of used book boxes available for sale. Each of these unique used book boxes was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and leather. There are all kinds of used book boxes available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of used book boxes to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Victorian, Modern and Georgian used book boxes are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made used book boxes over the years, but those made by Maitland Smith, Miguel Berrocal and Carl Otto Czeschka are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Used Book Boxes?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $962, while they’re typically $80 on the low end and $41,880 highest priced.
Questions About Used Book Boxes
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A book box is a small box that plays a trick on the eye. On the outside, it is painted to look like a book, but on the inside is a carved out interior, meant to store your trinkets and wares. On 1stDibs, find a collection of book boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A book press was used to bind books with pressure. When a book is placed in the center of the press, the platen is lowered to firmly press the book to hold its shape. Today, book presses are a popular home decor choice for collectors and avid book readers alike. Shop a selection of vintage book presses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A snuff box is a small, decorated box used to store snuff ( scented, powdered tobacco). Snuff boxes come in two sizes: small pocket boxes and larger communal boxes for use at the table. Pocket boxes are often designed to retain a little amount of snuff for immediate use and are designed to hold a day or two's worth of snuff. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage snuff boxes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A vinaigrette box was an ornate box with a decorative interior grille, and was used to house a sponge soaked in aromatic vinegars. You can shop a collection of vinaigrette boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An octagon box was a small ornamental box designed to hold trinkets and jewelry. It’s primary use is storage and functionality. You’ll find a variety of antique and contemporary octagon boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can use a wide range of items as a keepsake box. Decorative boxes made of wood, metal, bone, brass and other materials can all hold keepsakes. The size of what you wish to store will help to determine which box is right for your needs. If you plan to stow delicate items inside, consider a box with velvet or satin lining. You'll find a variety of keepsake boxes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A patch box is a small decorative storage container made out of wood, porcelain, metal or another material. When first made during the 18th century, patch boxes held beauty patches used to cover acne breakouts and other skin imperfections. Today, people use them as small keepsake boxes and decorative objects. On 1stDibs, shop a range of patch boxes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Hat boxes rose to prominence in the 1800s, and they continue to be used today for storing and transporting important headwear. Shop a large collection of vintage and contemporary hat boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, although whether or not a cigar box can be used as a humidor depends on its design. Only cigar boxes that seal well and are crafted entirely out of wood and lined with cedar should be used as humidors. You will also need to add a humidification device to the box to preserve the freshness of your cigars. On 1stDibs, find a collection of humidors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A dough box table, also known as a bread table, was designed for making bread. The dough is placed in the wooden box to allow it to rise, then when the dough is ready to be kneaded, it can be finished on the flat top. Shop a collection of vintage dough box tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cartier typically uses red boxes. Older pieces came in dark burgundy boxes with gold trim and lettering. Today, Cartier boxes are a brighter deep red color, but still show the brand name in gold foil. Shop a variety of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Omega started using wooden boxes in 1999. Originally, only the luxury watchmaker's Co-Axial timepieces came in the packaging. In 2015, Omega began presenting Seamaster and Aqua Terra Series watches in wood boxes as well. Shop a large collection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Louis Vuitton stopped using brown boxes in 2016. At that time, the brand began packaging handbags and accessories in saffron yellow boxes with cobalt blue ribbons and handles. Shop a collection of Louis Vuitton from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.