Boxes
19th Century French Empire Antique Boxes
Stone, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold Leaf
1960s Italian Other Vintage Boxes
Gold, Enamel, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Lacquer
1890s Dutch Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Marble, Soapstone
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Lacquer
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Oak, Lacquer
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Eggshell, Oak, Lacquer
2010s Thai Art Deco Boxes
Straw
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Bronze, Steel, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Macedonian Minimalist Boxes
Walnut
20th Century British Edwardian Boxes
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Rustic Boxes
Pine
Mid-20th Century Lebanese Boxes
Fruitwood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Boxes
Glass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Boxes
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Minimalist Boxes
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Minimalist Boxes
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Boxes
Walnut
Early 19th Century English Antique Boxes
Amboyna
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
19th Century Victorian Antique Boxes
Brass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Boxes
Art Glass
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic, Wood
19th Century Antique Boxes
Silver
2010s Boxes
Burl
Early 20th Century French Boxes
Metal
Late 20th Century Indian Agra Boxes
Teak
Early 1900s Spanish Late Victorian Antique Boxes
Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Moorish Boxes
Wood
1890s American Folk Art Antique Boxes
Brass
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Belle Époque Antique Boxes
Bronze, Ormolu
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Sterling Silver
1970s German Vintage Boxes
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Boxes
Leather
Mid-19th Century English Antique Boxes
Walnut, Burl
19th Century Korean Antique Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
2010s Argentine Modern Boxes
Stone, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Boxes
Brass, Gold Leaf, Metal
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.