Boxes
1860s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Hardwood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Late 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Boxes
Brass
1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Amethyst, Steel
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Rosewood
Early 1800s European Georgian Antique Boxes
Wood
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Jade
Late 20th Century Boxes
Stone, Agate, Travertine, Brass
1980s British Modern Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1930s French Belle Époque Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Gold
Early 20th Century Moroccan Islamic Boxes
Brass
1770s British George III Antique Boxes
Gold
20th Century French Régence Boxes
Bronze, Ormolu
1950s German Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Metal
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century British Boxes
Silver
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century French Beaux Arts Antique Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Giltwood
19th Century Korean Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Metal
20th Century Russian Boxes
Lacquer
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Boxes
Tin
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Ebony
19th Century English Antique Boxes
Wood, Paint
Early 1800s European George III Antique Boxes
Cut Steel
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century New Zealand Boxes
Shell
20th Century British Campaign Boxes
Brass
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Crystal, Metal, Enamel, Ormolu
19th Century French Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1890s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Enamel
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Boxes
Porcelain
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Silver
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1920s Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood
1970s Unknown Moorish Vintage Boxes
Onyx, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Mahogany
1970s French International Style Vintage Boxes
Metal
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Boxwood, Mahogany, Rosewood
20th Century British Renaissance Boxes
Oak
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
Late 20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Metal
1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Pewter
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Boxes
Velvet, Wood
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Crystal
Mid-19th Century Chinese Victorian Antique Boxes
Padouk
Early 1900s Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Bronze
Vintage, Mid-Century and Antique Boxes
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.






