Boxes
2010s Indian Boxes
Stone, Sandstone
2010s Indian Boxes
Stone, Sandstone
2010s European Boxes
Lacquer
20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Porcelain
Early 19th Century European Regency Antique Boxes
Lacquer
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Porcelain
19th Century Antique Boxes
Tin
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Porcelain
20th Century Art Deco Boxes
Brass, Enamel
2010s Italian Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Ceramic
Late 19th Century French Antique Boxes
Glass
Early 1900s French Country Antique Boxes
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Talosel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Ceramic
1890s Japanese Meiji Antique Boxes
Brass, Copper, Enamel
Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Boxes
Sterling Silver
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Boxes
Onyx
2010s Italian Boxes
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Boxes
Stone, Metal, Brass
20th Century Congolese Baroque Revival Boxes
Malachite
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Metal, Steel, Iron
19th Century British Regency Antique Boxes
Sterling Silver, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Boxes
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Boxes
Talosel
1950s Italian Modern Vintage Boxes
Aluminum
19th Century Victorian Antique Boxes
Opaline Glass
1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Crystal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal, Chrome
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Boxes
Alabaster, Marble
1980s Italian Vintage Boxes
Velvet
Early 20th Century American Boxes
Wood
19th Century Austrian Gothic Antique Boxes
Cut Glass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Boxes
Blown Glass
1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Boxes
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 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.