Boxes
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Wood
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Wood, Olive
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Boxes
Brass
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
20th Century Asian Boxes
Porcelain, Paint
20th Century Russian Belle Époque Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century English Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century Dutch Antique Boxes
Silver
1740s German Baroque Antique Boxes
Wood
1870s British Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Boxes
Maple, Teak, Paint
1890s French Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Leather, Carbon Fiber
18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Boxes
Wood
1950s Korean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass
Mid-19th Century American Industrial Antique Boxes
Metal
Early 1900s Belgian Gothic Antique Boxes
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Ivory
Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes
Lacquer, Ivory
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Cut Glass, Walnut
Early 20th Century Unknown Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s French Modern Vintage Boxes
Stone, Quartz, Metal, Silver Plate
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
2010s Dutch Boxes
Porcelain
1930s German Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Onyx
20th Century Asian Islamic Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Sandalwood
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Boxes
Aluminum
1870s Antique Boxes
Ormolu
Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Boxes
Mahogany
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Brass
1910s Belgian Renaissance Vintage Boxes
Bronze
1960s Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Brass, Pewter
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Walnut
19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Campaign Antique Boxes
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Adirondack Boxes
Shell, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Vienna Secession Boxes
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Boxes
Bamboo
Early 1900s French Gothic Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century Japanese Antique Boxes
Ivory, Paint
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Boxes
Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Boxes
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century French Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Leather
20th Century European Modern Boxes
Marble, Brass
1950s French Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Bamboo
1910s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Lucite, Wood
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
1960s French Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-19th Century Empire Antique Boxes
Glass, Cut Glass, Mahogany
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Boxes
Fabric, Hardwood, Walnut
1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Boxes
Mirror
Early 1900s French Gothic Antique Boxes
Brass
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.