Boxes
2010s Boxes
Leather, Textile
1930s German Vintage Boxes
Metal
Late 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Brass
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes
Maple, Padouk, Walnut
20th Century French Boxes
Porcelain
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes
Maple, Padouk
Early 20th Century French Baroque Revival Boxes
Brass, Bronze
18th Century European Georgian Antique Boxes
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Boxes
Brass
19th Century English Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell
1970s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Metal
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century European Boxes
Quartz, Brass, Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Shell, Wood
1910s European Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Bentwood
2010s South American Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Alabaster, Marble, Metal
Early 2000s French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century French Jugendstil Boxes
Pewter
1870s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Boxes
Ceramic
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lucite
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century European Boxes
Brass
1830s British William IV Antique Boxes
Hardwood, Satinwood
18th Century Spanish Medieval Antique Boxes
Wood, Pine
2010s Italian Boxes
Malachite
1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Metal
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Enamel, Ormolu
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Boxes
Brass
19th Century European Antique Boxes
Glass
1940s French Rustic Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Faience
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Polyester, Wood
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s Italian Boxes
Brass
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Boxes
Stone, Jade, Brass
2010s Congolese Boxes
Malachite
2010s European Boxes
Marble
1880s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Boxes
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century French Rococo Boxes
Gold, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lucite
2010s American Organic Modern Boxes
Walnut
1950s Sri Lankan British Colonial Vintage Boxes
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Mexican Boxes
Metal
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.





