Ivory Inlay Box
20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Bone
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes
Rosewood
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Padouk, Sandalwood
Mid-20th Century Spanish Moorish Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique Mid-19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Sandalwood
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Stone, Marble, Brass
Vintage 1980s North American Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
2010s Decorative Boxes
Burl
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Padouk, Sandalwood
Antique 1780s English George III Tea Caddies
Ivory, Mahogany, Satinwood, Paper
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Decorative Boxes
Pewter
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Decorative Boxes
Bone, Precious Stone, Sandalwood
Antique 16th Century Portuguese Gothic Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Padouk, Sandalwood
Antique Early 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Bone, Ebony, Sandalwood
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Tea Caddies
Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl
Antique 17th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Cabinets
Ivory, Wood
Antique 1870s British Folk Art Nautical Objects
Wood, Rosewood
Antique Early 19th Century Indian More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Bone, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Barware
Brass
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Games
Brass, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary British Floor Lamps
Steel, Aluminum
Antique 16th Century Unknown Renaissance Historical Memorabilia
Bronze, Metal, Silver
Antique 1870s English Victorian Credenzas
Walnut
Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer
Shagreen, Cypress
Antique Mid-18th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Antiquities
Silver
Antique 1880s French Scientific Instruments
Brass
2010s Modern Jewelry Boxes
20th Century French Boxes
Walnut, Ivory, Ebony, Satinwood, Kingwood
Antique 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Wood, Ivory, Mother-of-Pearl
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Indian Tea Caddies
Bronze
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Tea Caddies
Brass
Antique 18th Century Indian Boxes
Ebony, Ivory, Padouk, Rosewood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Jewelry Boxes
Wood, Ivory
2010s Philippine End Tables
Shagreen
1990s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Early 18th Century European Baroque Desks
Ivory, Nutwood
2010s American Expressionist Side Tables
Silver, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Bone
Antique 19th Century Boxes
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Wood, Satin, Ivory, Mother-of-Pearl
Antique 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Silver
Antique 1840s American Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Ivory, Mahogany, Rosewood, Satinwood
Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Boxes
Wood, Resin
Antique 19th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Decorative Boxes
Bone, Hardwood, Ebony
Vintage 1960s American Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Ivory, Rosewood
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Sandalwood, Bone, Tortoise Shell
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Shell, Sandalwood
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Antique 1880s Scottish Decorative Boxes
Maple
Antique 19th Century Indian Boxes
Ebony, Ivory
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Boxes
Walnut, Ivory
Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes
Wood, Boxwood
Antique 19th Century English Tea Caddies
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Boxes
Malachite, Crystal, Coral, Brass, Copper
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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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