Boxes
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Leather, Wood
20th Century Spanish Moorish Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
20th Century Moorish Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Metal, Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Boxes
Bentwood
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Fruitwood
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
19th Century British Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
20th Century Anglo-Indian Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Antique Boxes
Crystal
1960s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
19th Century American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Tin
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes
Metal, Chrome
1820s Chinese Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Opaline Glass
1780s British Georgian Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Bronze
18th Century Indian Antique Boxes
Jade, Gold
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Wood
20th Century French Boxes
Sheet Metal
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Velvet
1840s West Asian Art Deco Antique Boxes
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century German Regency Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Wood, Burl
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century English Boxes
Stoneware
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Late 19th Century British Régence Antique Boxes
Hardwood, Pine
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1950s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Wood, Ceramic
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood
Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Boxes
Gold
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Art Glass
Early 1800s European George III Antique Boxes
Steel
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Leather
Mid-20th Century Chinese Boxes
Wood
Early 19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver
2010s European Boxes
Marble
1890s German Folk Art Antique Boxes
Wood
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
1950s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Alpaca
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Bronze
1940s European Folk Art Vintage Boxes
Wood
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Pewter
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
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.





