Boxes
2010s Congolese Boxes
Malachite
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s American Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Clay
20th Century English Art Nouveau Boxes
Porcelain
1990s British Art Deco Boxes
Shagreen, Wood
1970s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Boxes
Metal
1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Jade, Brass
2010s Congolese Boxes
Malachite
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Boxes
Stone
1970s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Boxes
Stone, Onyx
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Boxes
Stone, Travertine, Marble
2010s Italian Boxes
Metal
Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Boxes
Metal, Wrought Iron
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
20th Century Philippine Georgian Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s Polish Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Crystal, Ormolu
2010s Italian Boxes
Ceramic
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century French Regency Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
1930s French Vintage Boxes
Glass
Early 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Boxes
Elm, Fruitwood
20th Century Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century English Art Deco Antique Boxes
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Vintage Boxes
Chrome
1920s British Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Boxes
Sterling Silver
1920s Vintage Boxes
Cedar
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
2010s German Boxes
Acrylic
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Coral, Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
2010s Italian Boxes
Multi-gemstone
Early 1900s German Vienna Secession Antique Boxes
Brass, Copper
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Crystal, Ormolu
2010s South American Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery, Terracotta
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Boxes
Stone
Mid-20th Century European Campaign Boxes
Brass
2010s European Boxes
Onyx
1870s British Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
Early 20th Century Japanese Modern Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
1790s Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Iron
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1930s American Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 1900s French Medieval Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
Early 20th Century German Boxes
Silver
1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Crystal
Mid-20th Century French Baroque Boxes
Crystal, Metal
1840s Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s Congolese Boxes
Malachite
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Late 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Ebony
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.





