Boxes
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
1840s Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Early 2000s French Minimalist Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 2000s French Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
1860s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Rosewood
Early 20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Metal
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s South American Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Gold, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Shell, Organic Material, Mahogany
Late 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Ebony
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Boxes
Gold Leaf
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Marble, Alabaster, Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Malachite, Marble
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Lucite
1920s British Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1930s American Edwardian Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Metal, Sheet Metal
Mid-20th Century European Baroque Boxes
Silver Plate, Metal
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Boxes
Brass
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1980s English Classical Roman Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Brass, Iron
1890s French Rustic Antique Boxes
Ceramic
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
19th Century English High Victorian Antique Boxes
Porcelain
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century European Folk Art Boxes
Wood, Birch, Plywood
Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Italian Gothic Boxes
Iron
2010s Italian Boxes
Ceramic
Early 20th Century European Boxes
Quartz, Brass, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Amboyna
20th Century Afghan Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Marble
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Boxes
Brass
1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Marble, Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Metal, Chrome
1990s Italian Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century English Boxes
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Brass, Enamel
1870s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Boxes
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Other Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic, Pottery, Terracotta
Early 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Silver
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Fruitwood
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Enamel, Ormolu
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.





