Brass Pill Box
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Asian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Coral, Multi-gemstone, Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 18th Century Dutch Colonial Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Brass
Vintage 1920s American Other Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Stools
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century French Porcelain
Brass
20th Century French Porcelain
Quartz, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Metalwork
Brass, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
2010s Canadian Wall Lights and Sconces
Steel
People Also Browsed
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Silk
Vintage 1970s Italian Planters and Jardinieres
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Oak, Plywood
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Taxidermy
Other
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Alpaca
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Copper
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Sundials
Copper, Wrought Iron
Vintage 1960s Spanish Romantic Sterling Silver
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Tin
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Decorative Boxes
Travertine
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Recent Sales
2010s American American Classical Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Other Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Decorative Boxes
20th Century Austrian Boxes
Brass
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Brass, Pewter
Antique 1870s French Jewelry Boxes
Ormolu
Early 20th Century European Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Agate
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Brass, Pewter
Vintage 1950s French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Swivel Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Asian Moorish Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Brass, Enamel
Late 20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1910s Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Natural Fiber
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Metal, Brass
20th Century Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Decorative Boxes
Metal, Pewter, Brass, Silver Plate
20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Decorative Boxes
Stone, Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Fur
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Metal, Gold, Silver, Brass
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century German Late Victorian Tobacco Accessories
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Decorative Objects
Brass
Brass Pill Box For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- What are pill boxes made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Pill boxes can be made out of just about any material, from precious metals to plastic and wood. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and contemporary decorative pill boxes in a variety of materials from some of the world’s top sellers.
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