Keepsake Boxes
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes
Bone, Wood, Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes
Hide
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Decorative Boxes
Bone, Wood
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Metal
20th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Silver
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Jewelry Boxes
Enamel
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s English Jewelry Boxes
Silver
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Hardwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Peruvian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Decorative Boxes
Sycamore
20th Century American Decorative Boxes
Oak
1990s Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Hardwood, Lacquer
Antique Early 1900s British Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique Early 1900s English Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Finnish Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Indian Decorative Boxes
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Teak
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Terracotta
Antique Late 19th Century British Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Art Glass, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Jewelry Boxes
Walnut
20th Century English Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Shell, Silk, Paper
20th Century English Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Shell, Fabric, Paper
Late 20th Century Jewelry Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Sheraton Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
2010s European Modern Decorative Bowls
Marble, Bronze
2010s European Modern Decorative Bowls
Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Leather, Hardwood
Late 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Olive, Burl
2010s European Modern Decorative Bowls
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century British Colonial Decorative Boxes
Coral, Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century English Folk Art Antiquities
Metal
2010s European Modern Decorative Bowls
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1960s Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Cut Glass
Late 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Leather
Late 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Stone, Marble
Late 20th Century British Colonial Decorative Boxes
Faux Bamboo, Alligator
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes
Horn, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes
Bone, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes
Bone
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Decorative Boxes
Bone
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes
Horn, Wood
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Copper
Antique Mid-19th Century British Regency Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Leather, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Mid-20th Century French Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1930s American Victorian Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Metal, Silver
Late 20th Century Asian Post-Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone
Vintage 1920s Decorative Boxes
Wood
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Marble, Soapstone
Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Satinwood
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Hardwood, Lacquer
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Keepsake Boxes For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Keepsake Boxes?
Finding the Right Decorative Boxes for You
Antique, vintage and new decorative boxes will safely store items while adding a splash of color or texture to a corner in any room. They have had a range of purposes over the years — from trinkets to serving as useful receptacles, such as snuff boxes, jewelry boxes and more. Boxes have also been designed in a range of forms and styles.
Box making is a craft dating back thousands of years. Early boxes as decorative objects were regularly designed and decorated both inside and out, ranging from minimal looks to more flashy styles. Decorative boxes have been constructed from different materials, with wood and metal being the most common. Wood is widely available and versatile, with woodworkers able to carve complex designs or showcase its natural grain.
Some antique jewelry boxes were made with tortoiseshell, mother-of-pearl, ivory and even porcupine quills, such as those created by the Anishinabe in Canada and the United States. In Sri Lanka, well-crafted boxes were inlaid with porcupine quills and ivory discs between ebony bands. Chinese sewing boxes and tea boxes made of black lacquer were popular in Europe during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. These often featured gold-painted designs or landscape scenes. Silk, paper and velvet frequently enhanced these boxes’ interiors.
Any style of decorative box can be a nice tabletop or desktop decor, whether to hold candy or tea in the living room or paper, pencils and other business supplies in the office. They can also act as jewelry boxes. Sewing boxes can be a lovely touch to any space while storing magazines or other trinkets.
You can find metal, wood and silver antique boxes on 1stDibs. The collection includes mid-century modern, Victorian and Art Deco styles that can add elegance to any home.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can use a wide range of items as a keepsake box. Decorative boxes made of wood, metal, bone, brass and other materials can all hold keepsakes. The size of what you wish to store will help to determine which box is right for your needs. If you plan to stow delicate items inside, consider a box with velvet or satin lining. You'll find a variety of keepsake boxes on 1stDibs.
- What is a keepsake box called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A keepsake box can be called by a number of different names. You may see them referred to as memory boxes or trinket boxes. However, many people simply use the phrase keepsake box to describe them. Shop a selection of antique and vintage keepsake boxes on 1stDibs.
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