Boxes
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Boxes
Wood
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Wood, Burl
20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Boxes
Stone
Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Boxes
Stone
2010s Argentine Organic Modern Boxes
Stone, Agate, Brass
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble
19th Century English Regency Antique Boxes
Wood
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver Plate
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Coral, Gold, Enamel
17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Boxes
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
1960s Vintage Boxes
Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Crystal, Brass, Steel
19th Century French Baroque Antique Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century English Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Brass
2010s American Boxes
Paint, Paper, Ribbon
Early 2000s Folk Art Boxes
Cedar
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1920s Russian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Iron
19th Century Chinese Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
1870s English Victorian Antique Boxes
Bone, Wood, Ebony
1990s German Boxes
Porcelain, Wood
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver
19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Brass
Early 2000s Folk Art Boxes
Cedar
1850s Antique Boxes
Hardwood
20th Century American Victorian Boxes
Soapstone
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique Boxes
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Crystal, Brass, Steel
1920s Chinese Export Vintage Boxes
Metal
1790s English Antique Boxes
Hardwood
1880s Scottish Victorian Antique Boxes
Oak
Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Boxes
Silver
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Boxes
Pottery
Early 20th Century American Boxes
Wood
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1980s American Vintage Boxes
Glass
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Cocobolo, Wood
Early 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Copper
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Marble, Brass
Late 18th Century English Antique Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary North American Boxes
Paper
Mid-19th Century Moroccan Anglo-Indian Antique Boxes
Bone, Tortoise Shell
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Boxes
Silver
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
1970s Italian Other Vintage Boxes
Silver
1860s Italian Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 2000s Folk Art Boxes
Cedar
1970s Italian Vintage Boxes
Onyx
Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century Swedish Empire Revival Boxes
Ormolu
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Birch
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
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.