Wood Motifs
Vintage 1970s American Modern Decorative Boxes
Suede, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Peruvian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1920s Indian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century American Tea Caddies
Wood
20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century European Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century Swedish Jewelry Boxes
Textile, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes
Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century Decorative Boxes
Marble
Antique Late 18th Century Swiss Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Indian Decorative Boxes
Metal
Antique 19th Century Indian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Indian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Lacquer
Wood
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Metal
Early 20th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Indian Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century Chinese Blanket Chests
Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Decorative Boxes
Iron
Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Decorative Boxes
Iron
Early 20th Century Spanish Country Decorative Boxes
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Thai Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes
Brass, Copper
Antique 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Antique Late 19th Century Asian Decorative Boxes
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Metal, Copper, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century Sicilian Louis Philippe Decorative Boxes
Wood, Lacquer
20th Century American Native American Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Bone, Hardwood, Ebony, Sandalwood
Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Decorative Boxes
Leather, Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century South Asian Jewelry Boxes
Wood
20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Wood, Paint
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Decorative Boxes
Metal
Antique 16th Century Italian Other Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Spanish Moorish Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Vintage 1930s Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Jewelry Boxes
Gesso, Plaster, Wood
20th Century American Decorative Boxes
Metal
Antique 1880s French Inkwells
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Sicilian Louis Philippe Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian Jewelry Boxes
Olive
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Decorative Boxes
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood, Lacquer
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Jewelry Boxes
Silver, Pewter
Antique Late 19th Century American Decorative Boxes
Glass, Fruitwood, Rosewood
Early 20th Century Spanish Moorish Decorative Boxes
Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century European Neoclassical Revival Decorative Boxes
Metal, Other
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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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