Tortoiseshell Box
Antique Early 1900s English Decorative Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Antique Mid-19th Century British Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate
Antique Late 19th Century British Decorative Boxes
Silver Plate
Antique 1880s English Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique 1840s Swiss Victorian Decorative Boxes
Bronze, Iron, Cut Steel, Steel
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Decorative Boxes
Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s American Decorative Boxes
Lucite
Antique Late 19th Century British Decorative Boxes
Metal, Silver
Antique 19th Century Swiss Louis XV Decorative Boxes
Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Aluminum
Antique Early 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Early 20th Century British Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Jewelry Boxes
Silver
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Decorative Boxes
Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Decorative Boxes
Other
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique 19th Century Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
Antique 1750s French Louis XV Decorative Boxes
Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century Moroccan Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Tortoise Shell
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Silver
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 1760s French Decorative Boxes
Ormolu
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Gold, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century British Anglo-Japanese Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal
Antique 1890s French Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Antique 1880s French Decorative Boxes
Gold
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Jewelry Boxes
Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl
Antique 17th Century North American Spanish Colonial Decorative Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Antique Early 1900s Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century English Decorative Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Antique 19th Century Decorative Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Antique 19th Century Decorative Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Antique 19th Century Decorative Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Mid-20th Century Jewelry Boxes
Tortoise Shell, Lucite
Early 20th Century Turkish Decorative Boxes
Velvet
Antique 19th Century English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Antique 1880s French Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Antique 1860s English Tea Caddies
Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Antique Early 1800s English George III Tea Caddies
Silver
Antique 1760s English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Enamel, Ormolu
Antique 1870s English Tea Caddies
Silver
Antique 1870s English Tea Caddies
Silver
Vintage 1930s Italian Jewelry Boxes
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century European Regency Tea Caddies
Ivory, Tortoise Shell
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Silver
20th Century Unknown Shadow Boxes
Antique Early 19th Century British Tea Caddies
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Decorative Boxes
Iron
Antique Late 17th Century Indian Jewelry Boxes
Silver
Antique 19th Century Indonesian Jewelry Boxes
Gold
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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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