Boxes
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Felt, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Boxes
Silver
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Silver
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Wood
1850s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Walnut
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1940s French Rustic Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Faience
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century European Boxes
Silver
Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century European Folk Art Boxes
Mirror, Wood
Mid-19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Rosewood
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx, Metal
19th Century Primitive Antique Boxes
Oak
20th Century European Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Empire Boxes
Malachite
20th Century European Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Stone, Silver
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Art Glass
19th Century French Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Boxes
Shell
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Bronze, Enamel
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes
Maple, Padouk
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Nickel
1930s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Boxes
Wood, Horn
1950s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Stoneware
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
18th Century Indian Antique Boxes
Jade, Gold
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
1950s German Black Forest Vintage Boxes
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century European Boxes
Silver
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Brass, Bronze
Early 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Boxes
Elm, Fruitwood
1930s Japanese Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Boxes
Spelter
Early 19th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Boxes
Paint
Late 20th Century French Boxes
Glass
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Shell
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood, Velvet
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Boxes
Walnut
1840s Swedish Biedermeier Antique Boxes
Wood, Oak, Paper, Fruitwood
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Boxes
Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Leather
Early 19th Century Danish Empire Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century American Adirondack Antique Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Boxes
Rock Crystal, Iron
16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century Anglo-Indian Boxes
Silver Plate
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Boxes
Crystal, 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.





