Boxes
20th Century British Boxes
Burl
1920s Danish Vintage Boxes
Pewter
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Boxes
Burl
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Boxes
Silver
19th Century Chinese Antique Boxes
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Boxes
Shagreen, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Lapis Lazuli
18th Century Antique Boxes
Tortoise Shell
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Enamel
20th Century English Art Nouveau Boxes
Sterling Silver
19th Century Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Lapis Lazuli
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Boxes
Ceramic
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Stone, Metal
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Boxes
Glass
Mid-19th Century British Georgian Antique Boxes
Brass
19th Century English Antique Boxes
Crystal
Early 1900s Austrian Other Antique Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1990s Philippine Minimalist Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Malachite
Mid-19th Century English Antique Boxes
Mahogany
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Boxes
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Boxes
Stone, Brass
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Boxes
Metal
20th Century Moorish Boxes
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood, Ebony, Rosewood, Tulipwood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
Late 20th Century Italian Boxes
Bronze
1960s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1970s French Rococo Revival Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
1970s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Boxes
Leather
1870s Austrian Other Antique Boxes
Silver, Enamel
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Agate
2010s Italian Boxes
Leather
19th Century English Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass, Tôle
1840s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Boxes
Silver
20th Century Indian Folk Art Boxes
Metal, Silver
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather, Wood, Cork, Cedar
1910s English Vintage Boxes
Silver, Enamel
2010s French Art Deco Boxes
Straw, Cedar
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Boxes
Stone
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Boxes
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Boxes
Metal
Late 19th Century Antique Boxes
Silver
20th Century Japanese Showa Boxes
Ceramic
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.