18th Century Sewing Box
Antique Late 18th Century English Decorative Boxes
Wood, Oak
Antique 18th Century and Earlier German Boxes
Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Decorative Boxes
Straw
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Decorative Boxes
Satinwood
Antique Early 19th Century British George IV Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Decorative Boxes
Wood, Sycamore
Antique Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Padouk, Sandalwood
Antique 18th Century Spanish Baroque Decorative Boxes
Iron
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Padouk, Sandalwood
Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Collectible Jewelry
Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Velvet, Glass, Wood
Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Boxes and Cases
Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Shelves
Ormolu
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes
Ivory, Paint
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Oak, Plywood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Decorative Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Egyptian Jewelry Boxes
Silver, Copper
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Lebanese Moorish Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace ...
Walnut, Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Fruitwood, Bone
Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes
Ivory, Paint
Antique Late 19th Century French Scientific Instruments
Iron
Antique Early 1900s French Empire Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Scientific Instruments
Metal, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique 1890s British Decorative Boxes
Wood
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Antique 1820s English Early Victorian Decorative Boxes
Wood, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 18th Century British George III Decorative Boxes
Glass, Boxwood, Sycamore
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Decorative Boxes
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Boxes
18th Century and Earlier Old Masters Mixed Media
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Regency Side Tables
Mahogany
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Fir
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Decorative Boxes
Sycamore
Antique 1820s French Charles X Decorative Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century British George IV Decorative Boxes
Wood, Sycamore
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Decorative Boxes
Antique 18th Century German Rococo Boxes and Cases
Gilt Metal
Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Antique 1850s French Jewelry Boxes
Enamel, Ormolu
Antique 18th Century Hepplewhite Side Tables
Mahogany, Fabric, Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Crystal
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British George III Side Tables
Boxwood, Mahogany, Satinwood, Ebony
Early 20th Century English Other Inkwells
Silver
1880s French Sculptures
Antique Late 18th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Pewter
Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Pewter
Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Porcelain, Rosewood
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 1820s French Restauration Collectible Jewelry
Gold
Antique 18th Century Spanish Desks
Walnut
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Boxes
Wood, Fabric
Antique 18th Century Belgian George III Decorative Boxes
Birch
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Boxes
Brass
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Boxes
Antique 18th Century British Decorative Boxes
Antique 18th Century British Decorative Boxes
Antique Late 18th Century British Boxes
Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Cabinets
Wood
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Finding the Right boxes for You
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.
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