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Crystal, Bronze
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Glass
Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
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Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
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20th Century French Glass
Ormolu
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20th Century French Modern Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Vintage 1920s French Regency Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
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Crystal, Nickel
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Crystal, Bronze
Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Jewelry Boxes
Crystal, Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Glass
20th Century French Glass
Crystal, Ormolu
Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
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20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
20th Century French Belle Époque Jewelry Boxes
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
20th Century French Belle Époque Jewelry Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
20th Century French Regency Jewelry Boxes
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
20th Century French Belle Époque Jewelry Boxes
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
20th Century French Modern Jewelry Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Jewelry Boxes
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
20th Century Unknown Charles X Decorative Boxes
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century French Charles X Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Decorative Boxes
Bronze
Vintage 1960s French Victorian Decorative Boxes
Brass
20th Century Czech Bohemian Decorative Boxes
Cut Glass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Metal
20th Century European Jewelry Boxes
Crystal
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Crystal Serveware
Crystal
Vintage 1950s French Hollywood Regency Jewelry Boxes
Crystal, Metal, Brass
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Crystal, Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Empire Jewelry Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
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Antique Late 19th Century Neoclassical Revival Decorative Boxes
Crystal, Bronze
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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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