Boxes
Early 2000s Swiss Boxes
Brass
1920s French Baroque Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Suede, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Boxes
Ultrasuede, Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Karl Johan Antique Boxes
Brass
1960s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Brass
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
20th Century Boxes
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Biedermeier Boxes
Hardwood
2010s Italian Boxes
Wood
2010s Italian Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Egyptian Boxes
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Boxes
Tin
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Goatskin
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Campaign Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Baroque Boxes
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Crystal
Mid-18th Century Welsh Antique Boxes
Oak
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Italian Boxes
Brass
Mid-18th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Limestone
Early 17th Century French Baroque Antique Boxes
Leather
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Brass
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Boxes
Wood
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Thai Boxes
Silver
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Boxes
Crystal, Bronze, Enamel
1860s Russian Edwardian Antique Boxes
Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Leather
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Boxes
Wood
1990s Chinoiserie Boxes
Hardwood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century American Rustic Boxes
Oak, Pine
Early 1900s Antique Boxes
Pearwood
1970s French Vintage Boxes
Pewter
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1960s French French Provincial Vintage Boxes
Enamel
Early 20th Century Russian Art Deco Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Silver Plate
1890s French Antique Boxes
Crystal
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Early Victorian Antique Boxes
Teak
Early 19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Boxes
Limestone
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.