Bone Trinket Box
20th Century Philippine Modern Decorative Boxes
Bone, Felt
Mid-20th Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Bone, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Moroccan Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Tortoise Shell
20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Bone
Mid-20th Century Rustic Decorative Boxes
Bone, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Hardwood, Ebony, Sandalwood
Late 20th Century Philippine Decorative Boxes
Bone, Shell, Wood
Vintage 1960s West Asian Moorish Decorative Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Beech
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Bone, Fruitwood
20th Century Moorish Decorative Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood, Ebony, Rosewood, Tulipwood
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Wood, Bone, Mother-of-Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Decorative Boxes
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Indian Islamic Decorative Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Islamic Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Indian Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Ceramics
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Ceramics
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Ceramics
Ceramic
20th Century English Jewelry Boxes
Porcelain
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Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Taxidermy
Other
2010s Chinese Minimalist Benches
Velvet
Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Bookcases
Spruce
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Jewelry Boxes
Carrara Marble, Metal
Antique 18th Century English Baroque Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Velvet, Wood, Ebony
Antique 1890s Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes
Elm, Pine
20th Century Asian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Horn
2010s Mexican Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Bronze
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Benches
Velvet, Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Velvet, Ebony, Wood
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Decorative Boxes
Bone
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Fabric, Walnut, Oak, Ash, Velvet, Linen, Mohair
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Shagreen
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Tortoise Shell
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes
Bone
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Wood, Bone
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Bone
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Silver
Antique 19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes
Silver
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1910s Syrian Islamic Decorative Boxes
Mid-20th Century Spanish Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Plastic, Fruitwood
Late 20th Century French Tribal Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Porcelain
Late 20th Century British Colonial Porcelain
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Shell, Sandalwood
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Sandalwood, Shell
20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Bone
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1960s Moroccan Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique 19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Ecuadorean Spanish Colonial Decorative Boxes
Plastic
Mid-20th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl
Mid-20th Century Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Bone, Precious Stone, Sandalwood
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Bone, Precious Stone, Sandalwood
Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Resin
Mid-20th Century Spanish Moorish Jewelry Boxes
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Jewelry Boxes
Mahogany, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Tableware
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Ceramics
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Ceramics
Ceramic
20th Century British Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Bone, Walnut, Amboyna
20th Century British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Bone, Shagreen, Wood, Amboyna
Antique 18th Century British Decorative Boxes
Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Historical Memorabilia
Pine
Early 20th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes
Bone Trinket 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.
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