Boxes
Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Lucite, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Vienna Secession Boxes
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Adirondack Boxes
Shell, Glass
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Boxes
Bamboo
Early 1900s French Gothic Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Campaign Antique Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Leather
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1950s French Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
20th Century European Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
Early 1900s French Gothic Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Bamboo
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Boxes
Stone
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer
Mid-19th Century Empire Antique Boxes
Glass, Cut Glass, Mahogany
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Mirror
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Boxes
Fabric, Hardwood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Boxes
Copper, Enamel
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
20th Century English Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes
Bone
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Brass, Copper
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Formica
2010s Afghan Boxes
Lapis Lazuli
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Wood
1920s English Vintage Boxes
19th Century French Antique Boxes
Wood
1880s Victorian Antique Boxes
Pine, Burl
Late 19th Century French Romantic Antique Boxes
Porcelain
2010s European Boxes
Marble
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Lacquer
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
1950s Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s European Boxes
Marble
Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes
Bone
19th Century American American Colonial Antique Boxes
Pine
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
2010s European Boxes
Onyx
1970s Vintage Boxes
Glass
Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes
Bone
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s European Boxes
Marble
2010s European Boxes
Marble
2010s European Boxes
Marble
20th Century French Other 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.