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Modern Jewelry Boxes

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Van Cleef Arpel Velvet Jewellery Box for a Bracelet, 1990.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Van Cleef & Arpel velvet jewellery box for a bracelet, 1990. Velvet jewellery box for a bracelet by jeweller Van Cleef & Arpel, presented in its cardboard box, circa 1990. H: 6.5 cm...
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20th Century French Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Wood, Paper

SET Tafi Onyx Oval Boxes, Silver Alpaca Onyx Stone
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
7.5" x 3.5" x2" 8" x 4" x2.3" 9" x4.5" x 2.5" Tafi oval box, it is made entirely by hand in alpaca metal and onyx stone. It comes in three different sizes and you can choose between...
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2010s Argentine Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Stone, Onyx

AIMARA Large Alpaca Silver Box
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
The waves on a choppy lake, rough by the wind, inspire the design of alpaca boxes and picture frames of this family, whose name comes from the tribe that dwelled in the North Argenti...
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2010s Argentine Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Metal, Sheet Metal

Cuscino Radica Brown Leather Watch Case
Located in New York, NY
Travel leather watch case with capacity for 1 watch in the adjustable leather support. Available in three finishing options: Black leather with poli...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Leather, Wood

Gioia Intreccio Contemporary Armored Jewelry Armoire Safe
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary armored jewelry armoire safe covered in white and beige threaded leather. Inside safe in shiny white. 24-karat gold-plated brass a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Birdseye Maple

Postmodern Marble Box circa 1980
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Postmodern Marble Box circa 1980
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20th Century Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Stone, Marble

Postmodern Marble Box circa 1980
Postmodern Marble Box circa 1980
$262 Sale Price
25% Off
R&Y Augousti, Paris Shagreen and Lacquered Jewelry Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
R&Y Augousti, Paris Shagreen, and Lacquered Jewelry Box  Paris, circa 1990s This exquisite R&Y Augousti Shagreen and Lacquered Jewelry Box, made in Paris circa the 1990s, is a stunning example of sophisticated modern design and superb craftsmanship. Standing 12 inches high, 9.75 inches wide, and 10 inches deep, this table box features a luxurious shagreen exterior complemented by a sleek lacquered finish. The twin doors open to reveal a meticulously designed interior with concealed compartments...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Shagreen, Wood, Lacquer

Marble Jewelry Box or Decorative Vanity Box
Located in New York, NY
A substantial white marble and agate jewelry box or decorative vanity box. Box is square, predominately white marble, with an agate square surrounded by chrome lid detail. A great pi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Onyx, Marble, Metal, Chrome

Lucite and Velvet Jewelry Box with Storage Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A Lucite and velvet jewelry box with storage draws, in the Modern style, circa late-20th century. Box has ample room with four (4) storage draws lined with r...
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Late 20th Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Velvet, Lucite

Onyx Marble Jewelry Trinket Box
Located in New York, NY
A small '70s modern hexagon shaped onyx box with lid, circa 1970s. Box is multicolored onyx, in a hexagon shape with lid and feet. A nice piece to hold small items on a desk, or smal...
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1970s Vintage Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Onyx

Onyx Marble Jewelry Trinket Box
Onyx Marble Jewelry Trinket Box
$340 Sale Price
20% Off
Hand-Painted Dome Top Wood and Brass Decorative Chest
Located in Germantown, MD
A fancy highly decorative, hand painted wooden box in good vintage condition. Heavy solid brass hardware. Meadures 19.5" in width, 10.25" in depth and 14" in height.
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Late 20th Century Argentine Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Brass

21st Century Prestige Jewellery Box with Leather &Suede Handcrafed in Italy
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Turning elegance in a modern way. That's what Pinetti did with the Prestige jewellery box. Available in 3 different sizes, our unmistakable lea...
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2010s Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Metal

Neon Green Acrylic Small Round Box by Paola Valle
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Modern, colorful and fun round box that can be used as a decorative element on a coffee table, desk or nightstand. Serving double duty as a storage box or as a candy bowl. They loo...
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2010s Mexican Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Acrylic

21st Century Leather Ashtray Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Welcome inside Pinetti smoking accessories collection with Vento ashtray. A stainless steel round revolving ashtray with the properly right spaces ...
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2010s Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Metal

Tafi Medium Onyx Oval Box
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Tafi oval box, it is made entirely by hand in alpaca metal and onyx stone. It comes in three different sizes and you can choose between four different onyx stone colors: black, white/cream, blue or bordeaux Our pieces are made by hand. One of a kind. All natural stones may vary in color. About AIREDELSUR: With its rustic chic personality and the elegant designs of Marcelo Lucini...
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2010s Argentine Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Stone, Onyx

Contemporary Pixel Jewelry Box Handmade Black Wood and Glass by Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
2022 Collection of Jewelry boxes by Ghirò Studio. 'Pixel' is perfect synthesis of timeless style, innovative design and italian craftsmanship excellence. This box is entirely in woo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Glass, Wood

Agresti Cassette Del Tempo Chest for 9 Watches
Located in New York, NY
Chest for 9 watches. Available in elm briar or polished ebony.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Wood

Agresti Il Mio Tempo Chest for 28 Watches
Located in New York, NY
Lockable chest for 28 watches on holders and laying down. Available in briar or polished ebony.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Ceramic Protea Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Protea Butterfly Jewelry Box Hand-Painted by Minenhle Nene, Sculpted by Sbusiso Ndaba Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2024 The Protea Butterfly Jewelry Box is a stunning fusion of n...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Acrylic Pink Shorty Box by Alexandra Von Furstenberg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Alexandra Von Furstenberg Shorty Box in Pink are both decorative and functional. Featuring a sleek, low-profile design, these boxes are versatile for various uses. Place the AVF ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Notte Di Gioie Shiny Black Men s Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
Polished ebony men’s box, removable tray.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ebony

Michael Elkan Live Edge Burl Box
Located in New York, NY
Studio craft raw edge burl box with hinged lid, which conceals 2 compartments. Signed Michael Elkan.
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20th Century American Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Burl

1980s Tavola Oggetti Rectangular Marble Jewelry Box
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a vintage, sleek, pair of polished stone bookends, circa the 1970s. This set is constructed of solid, heavy-weight marble and skillfully hand-cut and ha...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Marble

Asprey Sterling Silver and Rose Gold Compact, circa 1960
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An elegant compact poudrier by Asprey in sterling silver and rose gold. Exquisite craftsmanship, finished on all sides. Weighs 125 grams.
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1960s British Vintage Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Sterling Silver

Solo Lui Black Armoire with 18 Watch Winders
Located in New York, NY
Armored armoire in polished ebony, brass accessories in Ruthenium. Safe with biometric opening device, drawers and trays lined for watches and jewelry. Available with 18 Swiss made watch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ebony

Ceramic succulent Plant With Bird Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Succulent, Bird Jewelry Box Hand-Painted by Zinhle Nene & Sculpted by Motsamai Sello Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2024 The Succulent, Bird Jewelry B...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Artisan Rosewood Jewelry Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautifully made Rosewood Jewelry Box. 2 Triangular Lids open to reveal a velvet lined interior. Carved handle makes it easy to access interio...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Rosewood

Agresti Privato Safe
Located in New York, NY
"Agresti 'Privato' safe for jewelry, available in three finishing options. See information below for details of finishing variations. Copper: Jewelry case in hammered copper finish s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Steel

Agresti Privato Safe
Agresti Privato Safe
From $10,000 / item
CopperBlack SteelShiny White
Van Cleef Arpel Velvet Jewellery Box for a Watch, 1990.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Van Cleef & Arpel velvet jewellery box for a watch, 1990. Velvet jewellery box for a watch by jeweller Van Cleef & Arpel, presented in its cardboard box, circa 1990. H: 10 cm, W: 13...
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20th Century French Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Velvet, Wood, Paper

Contemporary Armored Jewelry Armoire Safe in White Maple Gioia Artico
Located in New York, NY
Armoured jewelry cabinet in polished white maple, 24-karat gold-plated brass accessories. Safe can be anchored to the wall with metal screws that are supplied. Opening with digital t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Maple

Ebony and leather Millemiglia watch box with embroidery Giordano Viganò
Located in Novedrate, IT
The Millemiglia watch case is an elegant box that combines ebony and leather and can hold 3 watches. The exterior is made of Macassar Ebony, a fine dark-colored wood with dense amber...
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2010s European Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ebony

Carbon Fiber Armored Jewel Safe Polished Carbon on 4 Sides and 3 Winders
Located in New York, NY
Armored jewelry safe covered in polished carbon. Drawers in white leather, inside is lined for jewelry and watches with pullout / pull-out necklac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Black Armored Jewel Safe Chest with Swarovski Crystals
Located in New York, NY
Armored jewelry chest in black leather with Swarovski crystals. Drawers are covered with black leather, inside is lined for jewelry and watches w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Crystal, Steel

Arco Contemporary Armoured Jewelry and Watch Armoire in Canaletto Walnut
Located in New York, NY
Polished walnut contemporary armored armoire. Matte finish, 4-karat gold-plated accessories. Round handle with biometric opening device and emergency key integrated. Inside pull out necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Walnut

Ceramic Protea Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Protea, Butterfly Jewelry Box Hand Painted by Jabu Nene and Sculpted by Sbusiso Ndaba from Love Art Ceramic This enchanting Protea, Butterfly Jewelry Box is a testament to the vibra...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Watch Box for Nine Watches in Briar with Leather Detail
Located in New York, NY
Elm briar and striped mahogany for your collectable watches. Leather handles. Briar box for nine watches.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Leather, Wood

Mirror of Enchantment Classic Wall Safe with 3 Watch Winders
Located in New York, NY
Safe with spy glass, options of different frames. This safe can be organized to display all types of collections and valuables. The mirror reflects when of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Ceramic Giraffe Head Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Giraffe Head Jewelry Box Hand Painted by Winnie Mchunu and Sculpted by Sfiso The Giraffe Head Jewelry Box is a stunning example of handcrafted ceramic art from Love Art Ceramic in S...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Watch Box for Nine Watches in Polished Black with Suede and Leather
Located in New York, NY
For your collectable watches, black polished box with suede dividers and leather handles. Box holds nine watches.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Suede, Wood

Ceramic Tortoise Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Tortoise Jewelry Box Hand-Painted by Jabu Nene, Sculpted by Sfiso Mvelase Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2024 Embracing the rich cultural tapestry of South Africa, the "Tortoise Je...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

"Gioia Crema" Contemporary Armored Jewelry Armoire Safe
Located in New York, NY
Inside safe in shiny white. 24-karat gold-plated brass accessories. Made in Florence, Italy since, 1949. VAT will be applicable to sales in the UK.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Birdseye Maple

Jewelry Box Velvet Lined
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and well-made black and white (off-white) shagreen style (shark skin style) covered jewelry box. Box has beautiful lines with vaulted lid, bras...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Velvet, Resin

Gioia Rutenio Contemporary Armored Jewelry Armoire Safe in Ebony
Located in New York, NY
Polished ebony contemporary armored armoire. Matte finish, ruthenium accessories. Inside drawers for jewelry, with fronts covered in white leather. Safe can be anchored to the wall w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ebony

Agresti Metal Top G2 Black Armored Chest with 6 Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Metal top chest with GRADE 2 safe. Shiny black steel. Contents 6 drawers lined to store all sorts of jewels and necklace bar. Brass plated 24-karat gold accessories. Unique featur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Metal

Agresti Segreto Armored Jewelry Case
Located in New York, NY
Armored jewelry case with pullout / pull-out necklace bars. See information below for details of item variations. Gold variation: Shiny gold stee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass, Steel

Solo Lui Black Armoire with 36 Watch Winders
Located in New York, NY
Armored armoire in polished ebony, brass accessories in ruthenium. Safe with biometric opening device, drawers and trays lined for watches and jewelry. Available with 36 Swiss made w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ebony

Cream Contemporary Armored Jewelry Chest Safe with Swarovski Crystals
Located in New York, NY
Armored jewelry chest in beige leather with Swarovski crystals. Drawers are covered with off white leather, inside is lined for jewelry and watch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Steel

American Contemporary Beige and Brown Round Geometric Jewelry Box
Located in Queens, NY
American Contemporary beige and brown inlaid wood hexagonal geometric jewelry box
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20th Century American Modern Jewelry Boxes

Armored Watch Chest in Black, Nine Watch Winders Il Forziere Delle Ore Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Agresti Il Forziere Delle Ore armored Chests for 9 Winders. Two variations available, please see information below for details. Ebony: Armoire in polished ebony with safe, anchorable to the wall. Biometric opening device and emergency key system. Watch winders entirely made in Switzerland. Secret compartment, inside lined in ultrasuede. Safe covered with polished ebony and black leather. Bulletproof glass...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Leather, Wood

Piccolo Intreccio Armored Armoire Braided White and Pink Leather
Located in New York, NY
Armored jewelry cabinet covered in white and pink hand threaded leather. Varnished outside in pink color. Accessories in 24 karats gold plated brass. Drawers covered in white leather...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Metal

Ceramic Fish Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The Fish Novelty Box by Love Art Ceramic is a charming testament to South Africa's vibrant artistic tradition. Hand-sculpted by Sondelani Ntshalintshali and meticulously hand-painted...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Contemporary Iridescent Pearl Crystal Bowl, Brass and Gold 24 Kt by Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
2021 Collection of covered bowls by Ghirò Studio. This covered bowl is one of a kind. The material used and the artisanal and artistic workmanship make it unrepeatable. In fact, two...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Gold, Brass

Set/2 Boxes, White and Light-Blue, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Lanzarote Boxes, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home. Lanzarote box set includes two wooden boxes, perfect to be displayed together and enr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Gold Leaf

Ceramic Protea And Butterfly Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Protea Butterfly Jewelry Box Introducing the Protea Butterfly Jewelry Box, a captivating ceramic piece crafted by Love Art Ceramic in South Afric...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Ceramic Cheetah Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This ceramic Cheetah jewelry box, crafted by Sabelo Nene at Love Art Ceramic studio in South Africa, intertwines African wildlife with artistry. Standi...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Ceramic Pomegranate And Butterfly Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Pomegranate Butterfly Jewelry Box Introducing the Pomegranate Butterfly Jewelry Box, an exquisite ceramic piece from Love Art Ceramic, crafted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Ceramic Pomegranate Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Pomegranate, Butterfly Jewelry Box Discover the captivating "Pomegranate, Butterfly Jewelry Box," a remarkable piece of ceramic art crafted in South Africa by the creative minds of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Ceramic Frog Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Frog Jewelry Box Hand Painted by Slie and Sculpted by Nathi/Sbusiso Delight in the whimsical charm of the Frog Jewelry Box, a captivating piece of decorat...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Ceramic Elephant Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
This charming ceramic Elephant jewelry box, crafted at Imvelo Natural Art in South Africa, stands 5 inches tall with dimensions of 4 inches in both le...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Ceramic

Agito Watch Winder Cabinet with glass front, marquetry decoration and lacquered
Located in London, GB
Agito watch cabinet offers 6 automatic mechanical watch winders in the main section of the watch box with pre-programmed watch rotators offering personal...
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2010s British Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

Modern jewelry boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern jewelry boxes for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage jewelry boxes created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern jewelry boxes made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original jewelry boxes, popular names associated with this style include Agresti, AIREDELSUR, Paola Valle, and Portego. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for jewelry boxes differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $71 and tops out at $299,000 while the average work can sell for $1,176.

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