What is the best wood for a jewelry box?

Oak is the best wood for a jewelry box. This wood, if oiled and cared for, lasts for decades and the design of this kind of box stands out. Oak offers appealing textures as well as color. Hardwoods are often the best wood choices for boxes, with oak being the most preferred. Others are Walnut, Maple, Ash, Birch, Beech, Cherry, Tulipwood (Poplar) and Cedar. Find a collection of antique and vintage jewelry boxes on 1stDibs.

What type of wood are cigar boxes made from?

Cigar boxes can be made of cardboard, paper and several kinds of wood. Spanish cedar is a popular choice for cigar boxes but mahogany, white oak and elm are also common. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique cigar boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.

What color wood is mid-century modern?

There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.

What type of wood is used in Danish modern furniture?

The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.

What wood tones pair best with a mid-century modern nightstand?

Teak and walnut are the two most common tones and pair easily with each other; rosewood reads slightly more formal as a single statement piece.

Is glass or wood a better coffee table top for a mid-century modern living room?

Wood tops feel warmer and closer to the era's original materials, while glass tops show off a rug or floor beneath and read slightly more contemporary; both are common in period-correct pieces.

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Burl Wood Box Organic Modern Postmodern

$625

Burl Wood Box Organic Modern Postmodern

Located in New York, NY

A studio elder burl wood box, hand-crafted and signed by artist, Organic Modern style Post-Modern period, circa late-20th century.

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Burl

Wood Box

$1,651Sale Price|20% Off

Wood Box

By Alexandre Noll

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Incredible wood box.

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Vintage 1940s French Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

1960 Mid-Century Modern Metal and Wood Italian Box

$344

1960 Mid-Century Modern Metal and Wood Italian Box

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This authentic 1960s Italian vintage box features a warm, rich wood interior frame wrapped in a striking mustard-yellow metal cover.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Mixed Woods Valet / Desk Box

$425

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Mixed Woods Valet / Desk Box

Located in San Diego, CA

The box features clean Scandinavian modern lines, softly rounded edges, integrated pull handle, and beautifully balanced two-tone wood construction characteristic of Danish and Scand...

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Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Mosaic Marquetry Decorative Box, Mixed Wood, Modern Design, USA

$168Sale Price|25% Off

Mosaic Marquetry Decorative Box, Mixed Wood, Modern Design, USA

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a mosaic marquetry mixed wood decorative box. Inlaid marquetry with hardwoods. Handmade piece symmetrical center star design. Signed J G White 04 Dimensions...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes with Wood Marquetry Design

$653 / set

Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes with Wood Marquetry Design

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Little Marquetry Boxes

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20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Handmade Modern Horn and Wood Decorative Box - Unique Keepsake Design

$875 / item

Handmade Modern Horn and Wood Decorative Box - Unique Keepsake Design

Located in New York, NY

Steam pressed decorative, dimensional horn tiled keepsake/desk box - a great addition to any dresser or book shelf.

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Horn, Wood

Contemporary Modern, Bebek Chestnut Wood Single-Compartment Box

$73Sale Price / item|24% Off

Contemporary Modern, Bebek Chestnut Wood Single-Compartment Box

By DAY Studio

Located in İstanbul, İstanbul

Istanbul is a wooden box collection inspired by some of towns most iconic buildings: Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia and Bebek Mosque. Each item takes its name from these structures. The ...

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2010s Turkish Modern Decorative Boxes

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Chestnut

Contemporary Modern, Aya Chestnut Wood 2-Compartment Box

$122Sale Price / item|24% Off

Contemporary Modern, Aya Chestnut Wood 2-Compartment Box

By DAY Studio

Located in İstanbul, İstanbul

Istanbul is a wooden box collection inspired by some of towns most iconic buildings: Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia and Bebek Mosque. Each item takes its name from these structures. The ...

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2010s Turkish Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Chestnut

Contemporary Modern, Galata Chestnut Wood 2-Compartment Box

$96 / item

Contemporary Modern, Galata Chestnut Wood 2-Compartment Box

By DAY Studio

Located in İstanbul, İstanbul

Istanbul is a wooden box collection inspired by some of towns most iconic buildings: Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia and Bebek Mosque. Each item takes its name from these structures. The ...

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2010s Turkish Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Chestnut

Octagonal Oak Keepsake Box, Wood Marquetry, Mid-Century Modern, 1970s

$192Sale Price|20% Off

Octagonal Oak Keepsake Box, Wood Marquetry, Mid-Century Modern, 1970s

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Octagonal Lidded Oak Box Wood marquetry Hinged 3.13 x 10.25 d Preowned vintage Refer to images

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Oak

Black Buffalo Horn Decorative Box, Modern Design, Wood & Horn, Spain

$695

Black Buffalo Horn Decorative Box, Modern Design, Wood & Horn, Spain

Located in New York, NY

Decorative trinket keepsake box adorned with convex black buffalo heat set tiles. A great addition to any desk or coffee table.

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Horn, Wood

Handmade Modern Decorative Box, Black Bone and Wood, Spain, 2022

$1,250 / item

Handmade Modern Decorative Box, Black Bone and Wood, Spain, 2022

Located in New York, NY

Hand made dimensional bone box with hand set black centers. Rectangular pieces form a dimensional facade, lined in wood. A great addition to any coffee table to store remote controls...

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Wood

Porteño Hand-Painted Wood Box by Studio AIREDELSUR, Modern Design

$940 / item

Porteño Hand-Painted Wood Box by Studio AIREDELSUR, Modern Design

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

The urban and cosmopolitan Porteño family carries the spirit of the ones born in Buenos Aires city or “Porteño”, as they are commonly known. Its boxes, trays and flower vases have a ...

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2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Wood Handcarved Decorative Box, Mid-Century Modern, France, After Noll

$816Sale Price|20% Off

Wood Handcarved Decorative Box, Mid-Century Modern, France, After Noll

By Alexandre Noll

Located in Barcelona, ES

Wood handcarved box after Alexandre Noll Signed Tony to the underside. Late 20th century. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a be...

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Card Box, 1950s, Metal and Wood, Italy

$860

Mid-Century Modern Card Box, 1950s, Metal and Wood, Italy

Located in Rome, IT

Italian Mid-Century modern card box in metal wood, representing a carriage with coachmen pulled by two horses.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Wood Hinged Shell Box

$375

Wood Hinged Shell Box

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A little maritime charm with this hand-carved shell shaped trinket box. Beautifully sculpted to replicate the natural ridges of a shell. Playful home decor or a petite evening lipsti...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Decorative Box with Wood Marquetry, France, 1935

$3,669

Mid-Century Modern Decorative Box with Wood Marquetry, France, 1935

Located in Beirut, LB

Decorative wooden box with fluted sides with a top in several wood veneer marquetry inlays executed in geometrical shapes. Interior covered with thing dark green felt.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern Gilded Aluminum and Macassar Wood Box, circa 1960

$500

Mid Century Modern Gilded Aluminum and Macassar Wood Box, circa 1960

By Travail Francais

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning original decorative box was expertly crafted in France, circa 1960. The rectangular form, featuring a Macassar wood main body, is complemented by a brushed gilded anodi...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Brass and Exotic Wood Playing Card Box

$2,064

Mid-Century Modern Brass and Exotic Wood Playing Card Box

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Brass and Exotic Wood Playing Card Box

Category

Mid-20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Vintage Geometric Wood Decorative Box

$1,200

Vintage Geometric Wood Decorative Box

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rectangular wooden box featuring a sculptural grid of raised square details across the lid and sides. Warm amber and brown tones contrast with dark recessed lines, highlighting the g...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Vintage Scandinavian Teak Wood Box Mid Century Modern, 1950s Desk Organizer

$412

Vintage Scandinavian Teak Wood Box Mid Century Modern, 1950s Desk Organizer

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

A vintage Scandinavian teak pen / desk box from the 1950s, crafted in the refined Mid Century Modern style.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Teak

Large Modern Decorative Box in Horn and Wood, Textural Design, Spain

$1,200

Large Modern Decorative Box in Horn and Wood, Textural Design, Spain

Located in New York, NY

Textural keepsake box clad in heat set pyrimidial horn elements. A great addition to any desk or coffee table.

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Horn, Wood

Vintage Wood and Bone Box

$295

Vintage Wood and Bone Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

It complements Traditional, Organic Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency, and Colonial interiors.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Bone, Burl

Vintage Geometric Inlaid Wood Box

$295

Vintage Geometric Inlaid Wood Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage geometric inlaid wood box with a distinctive triangular form and bold marquetry patterning. The design combines a warm reddish-brown wood with lighter golden inlays arranged ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Bone and Horn Patchwork Jewelry Box, Modern Design, Wood Lined, Spain

$600

Bone and Horn Patchwork Jewelry Box, Modern Design, Wood Lined, Spain

Located in New York, NY

Decorative keepsake, jewelry box clad in geometric horn and bone tiles, some with hand engraving, lined in wood. A great addition to any desk or coffee table.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Horn, Wood

Porteño Small Hand-Painted Wood Box by Studio AIREDELSUR, Modern Design

$730 / item

Porteño Small Hand-Painted Wood Box by Studio AIREDELSUR, Modern Design

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

The urban and cosmopolitan Porteño family carries the spirit of the ones born in Buenos Aires city or “Porteño”, as they are commonly known. Its boxes, trays and flower vases have a ...

Category

2010s Argentine Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Vintage Checkered Wood Decorative Box

$375

Vintage Checkered Wood Decorative Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage checkered wood decorative box is a refined example of skilled veneer work and timeless design. Crafted with precision, the surface features a striking checkerboard patte...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Vintage Italian Modernist Wood Box

$380 / set

Vintage Italian Modernist Wood Box

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant rectangular box crafted in wood and finished in a brushed metallic lacquer, Italy, 1970s. The lid features a long inset enamel panel in deep cobalt blue, creating a refined c...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

1970 Italian Decorative Box Decorative box in wood

$1,376

1970 Italian Decorative Box Decorative box in wood

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

1970 Italian Decorative Box Decorative box in wood and inox. Italy. 1970 H. 6 cm W. 30 cm D. 20 cm

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Decorative Box Tea Caddy Marquetry Wood Brass Details, Italy

$722

Mid-Century Modern Decorative Box Tea Caddy Marquetry Wood Brass Details, Italy

Located in Nicolosi, IT

Elegant Mid-Century Modern decorative tea caddy box crafted in carved wood with refined brass details.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Handcrafted Post-Modern Mixed Woods Jewelry Box

$300Sale Price|20% Off

Handcrafted Post-Modern Mixed Woods Jewelry Box

Located in San Diego, CA

A unique post-modern mixed woods jewelry box handcrafted and signed by the artist, circa 2006.

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Cherry, Ebony, Mahogany, Oak

Vintage Turned Wood Spire Box

$1,450

Vintage Turned Wood Spire Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This striking vintage turned wood spire box is a masterclass in sculptural form and artisan woodcraft.

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Vintage Turned Wood Lidded Box

$395

Vintage Turned Wood Lidded Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This elegant vintage hand-turned wood lidded box is a beautiful example of mid-century studio craft.

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Wood Jewelry Box

$495

Wood Jewelry Box

Located in New York, NY

A rectangular wood box, Postmodern design period, circa late-20h century. Box has three wood hues, velvet lined, easy open/close lid. Very good condition as shown.

Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mahogany Painted Wood Box 1950

$2,580

Mahogany Painted Wood Box 1950

Located in Paris, IDF

Beautiful decorative box made in Italy in the 1950s. This box is carved from mahogany wood, with painted varnished wood on both sides of the top, and brass side hinges. A collectible...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Japanese Secret Puzzle Box Wood Inlay Mt Fuji Floral

$144Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Japanese Secret Puzzle Box Wood Inlay Mt Fuji Floral

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a mid-century modern Japanese decorative secret puzzle trick box wood inlay Mt Fuji floral.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Vintage Metal and Wood Lidded Box

$275

Vintage Metal and Wood Lidded Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage lidded box pairs a rich, dark wood base with a flat, satin-finished metal lid, creating a striking material contrast in a compact rectangular form.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Italian Brass-Inlaid Wood Box, 1970s

$440

Italian Brass-Inlaid Wood Box, 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A sculptural Italian decorative box crafted from richly grained wood and accented with hand-applied brass inlay forming a bold geometric motif across the lid. The warm tones of the w...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Italian Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Decorative Box With Hinged Lid

$345

Italian Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Decorative Box With Hinged Lid

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer this Italian burl wood box, circa 1950s, showcasing a richly dramatic swirling grain throughout. The box features a clean, architectural silhouette with ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Hardwood, Burl

Erik Grønborg Aluminum and Wood Box

$6,500

Erik Grønborg Aluminum and Wood Box

By Erik Gronborg

Located in Dallas, TX

Known primarily as a potter associated with the 1970s California Funk movement, Danish-American artist Erik Grønborg (b. 1931), also did extensive work in wood and cast metal. While ...

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Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Round Wood Inlay Trinket Box

$295

Vintage Round Wood Inlay Trinket Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This charming vintage round wood inlay trinket box exemplifies understated craftsmanship and timeless design. Expertly constructed from richly grained wood, the box features a beauti...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Surrealist Style Carved Wood Decorative Box

$650

Surrealist Style Carved Wood Decorative Box

Located in Houston, TX

Surrealist Style Carved Wood Decorative Box. This lovely decorative box is hand carved and quite interesting. Great coffee table or bookcase accessory!

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Handmade Grey Bone Inlay Box, Modern Design, Wood Lined, Spain, New

$695 / item

Handmade Grey Bone Inlay Box, Modern Design, Wood Lined, Spain, New

Located in New York, NY

Handmade natural bone box inlaid with grey bone oblong segments, lined in wood. A great storage solution for your desk or coffee table.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone

Mid-Century Modern Wood Jewelry Box, Don Shoemaker Style, 1970s

$220Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Wood Jewelry Box, Don Shoemaker Style, 1970s

By Don S. Shoemaker

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1970s Free Form Raw Edge Wood Jewelry Box Wood has a clear finish. Velvet interior sections. In the style of Don Shoemaker No label 5.75 h x 15 w x 5.5 d Original Unrestored Preow...

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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Vintage Burl Wood Angled Box

$475

Vintage Burl Wood Angled Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The lid is further elevated by two sleek parallel inlays, offering a subtle nod to Art Deco and mid-century design principles that appeal to the modern collector. Measuring 14 inch...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Maple, Walnut, Burl

Vintage Marquetry Wood Star Box

$475

Vintage Marquetry Wood Star Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Whether displayed as a standalone sculptural piece or used for practical storage, this unique wood box brings a touch of soulful, artisanal character to any modern home.

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Tortoiseshell-Style Wood Box with Beveled Lid

$300

Tortoiseshell-Style Wood Box with Beveled Lid

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A classic rectangular box finished in a rich faux tortoiseshell lacquer, showcasing a mottled pattern of amber, honey, and deep espresso brown tones under a high-gloss finish. The li...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Box Made in Palofierro Wood

$150

Antique Box Made in Palofierro Wood

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

circa 1970. We offer this Antique box made in palofierro wood.

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Vintage 1970s North American Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Vintage Italian ACCA Wood Trinket Jewelry Box

$1,500

Vintage Italian ACCA Wood Trinket Jewelry Box

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Italian wooden trinket/jewelry box crafted by the renowned Italian silversmith brand ACCA. The lid features a highly detailed, embossed bas-relief panel made of laminated .92...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Faux Tortoiseshell Wood Box with Domed Lid

$200

Faux Tortoiseshell Wood Box with Domed Lid

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A compact rectangular box finished in a glossy faux-tortoiseshell pattern of mottled black, brown, and amber tones. The lid has a gently domed, curved profile, giving the piece a sof...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Log / Wood Trinket Box

$180Sale Price|20% Off

Hand Carved Log / Wood Trinket Box

Located in San Diego, CA

An unusual hand carved log / wood trinket box, circa 1980s. The box has a removable drawer and is in great vintage condition; it measures 4" d x 5.5"l. #2820.

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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Maple wood cigarettes box vienna around 1950s

$458

Maple wood cigarettes box vienna around 1950s

Located in Wien, Au

Maple wood cigarettes box vienna around 1950s Hand Shellac polished

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Maple

Cylindrical Wood Box, circa 1960, France

$156Sale Price|31% Off

Cylindrical Wood Box, circa 1960, France

Located in Labrit, Landes

Cylindrical rosewood box, France, circa 1960 Please see also "French Cylindrical Wood Box, circa 1960" Good condition with minor marks of use For shipping: 11.5/11.5/11 cm ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Modernist Burl Wood Trinket Box

$250

Modernist Burl Wood Trinket Box

Located in San Diego, CA

An unusual and streamlined burl wood trinket box, circa 1990s. The box has a movable lid and is in great vintage condition.

Category

Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Burl

Carved Zebra Wood Box, American Craft Movement

$260

Carved Zebra Wood Box, American Craft Movement

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

The elegant, sculptural form, high quality craftsmanship, and fine choice of exotic woods will make the box a perfect addition to a wide range of interiors, from Traditional to Mid ...

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20th Century American Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Zebra Wood, Wood

Italian Round Wood and Tortoiseshell Box, 1970s

$220

Italian Round Wood and Tortoiseshell Box, 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Charming Italian round box from the 1970s, crafted in warm wood with a contrasting faux-tortoiseshell lid. Both the interior and underside are lined in deep green felt, giving the pi...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Studio Wood Jewelry Box

$495

Studio Wood Jewelry Box

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful, hand-crafted studio wood jewelry or trinket box, Modern Brutalist style, Postmodern design period, circa late-20th century, USA.

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Turned Wood Hardwood Lidded Box Chess Figurine Style Mid Century Modern c 1960s

$220Sale Price|20% Off

Turned Wood Hardwood Lidded Box Chess Figurine Style Mid Century Modern c 1960s

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

A lovely small turned hardwood lidded box with a chess style shaped finial, made in Europe probably in the 1960s.

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Midcentury Mosaic and Wood Lidded Box

$220Sale Price|20% Off

Midcentury Mosaic and Wood Lidded Box

Located in San Diego, CA

A very cool midcentury mosaic and wood lidded box, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with some wear and patina. #1444.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Glass

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Stylish Modern Box On Stand

Unavailable

H 19.5 in W 24.5 in D 14 in

Stylish Modern Box On Stand

Located in Chicago, IL

Stylish Modern Wood Box On Metal Stand

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Organic Modern Reclaimed Wood Carved Box

Unavailable

H 6 in W 6 in D 6 in

Organic Modern Reclaimed Wood Carved Box

Located in Norwalk, CT

The natural variations, fissures and cracks are inherent in the reclaimed wood and are not a defect. They add beauty to this organic modern box.

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Black Organic Modern Reclaimed Wood Carved Box

Unavailable

H 8 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in

Black Organic Modern Reclaimed Wood Carved Box

Located in Norwalk, CT

The natural variations, fissures and cracks are inherent in the reclaimed wood and are not a defect. They add beauty to this organic modern box.

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Sycamore and Brass Modern Minimalist Wood Box

Unavailable

H 3.55 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Contemporary Sycamore and Brass Modern Minimalist Wood Box

By Eva Eklöf

Located in New York, NY

Part of Les Few's Vanina Vanini collection, this contemporary, sycamore and brass, modern, Minimalist wood box is made by artisans in Sweden.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Sycamore and Brass Modern Minimalist Wood Box

Unavailable

H 4.73 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in

Contemporary Sycamore and Brass Modern Minimalist Wood Box

By Eva Eklöf

Located in New York, NY

Part of Les Few's Vanina Vanini collection, this contemporary, sycamore and brass, modern, Minimalist wood box is made by artisans in Sweden.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Elmroot, Mahogany and Brass Modern Minimalist Wood Box

Unavailable

H 4.73 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in

Contemporary Elmroot, Mahogany and Brass Modern Minimalist Wood Box

By Eva Eklöf

Located in New York, NY

Part of Les Few's LaMiel collection, this contemporary, elmroot, mahogany and brass, modern, minimalist wood box with birch details, is made by artisans in Sweden.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Magnificent Modern Striped Fish Exotic Wood Jewelry Box or Sculpture

Unavailable

H 13 in W 16 in D 4 in

Magnificent Modern Striped Fish Exotic Wood Jewelry Box or Sculpture

By Richard Lutes

Located in Mount Penn, PA

A magnificent modern jewelry box or sculpture in the shape of a striped fish.

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Late 20th Century American Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Sewing Box in Dark Wood

Unavailable

H 3.94 in W 9.85 in D 6.7 in

Mid-Century Sewing Box in Dark Wood

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Rosewood sewing box. Made of dark wood and with a refined finish, it highlights the natural veins and gives an elegant and classic touch to the piece. The rectangular structure is ro...

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Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Esmaltes J. Amoros Enamel and Wood Carved Box

Unavailable

H 3.13 in W 6.5 in D 5 in

Esmaltes J. Amoros Enamel and Wood Carved Box

Located in New York, NY

A range of Brutalist craft pieces were created in Mallorca, Spain in the 1970s, including plates, clocks, and decorative boxes. An excellent example: this vintage, handmade Brutalist...

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Vintage 1970s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Elegant Mid-Century Modern Deco Style Exotic Wood or Lucite Box

Unavailable

H 6 in W 11 in D 8.75 in

Elegant Mid-Century Modern Deco Style Exotic Wood or Lucite Box

Located in Miami, FL

Wood contruction with exotic wood inlay and lucite accents . Lift top reveals separate compartments lined in a velour fabric and one small slide out drawer with lucite pull . Box is ...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Two Rare Wood Heirloom Boxes by Timothy Lydgate

Unavailable

H 1.75 in W 2.625 in D 2.625 in

Two Rare Wood Heirloom Boxes by Timothy Lydgate

By Timothy Lydgate

Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Two one-of-a-kind heirloom lidded boxes made of figured and unusual hardwoods by Timothy Lydgate. One signed and dated Seattle, 1986. Dimensions are as follows: Signed box 2.625" W ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

'Vanity Faith', an unorthodox tissue box in iroko wood

Unavailable

H 3.15 in W 6.3 in D 10.63 in

'Vanity Faith', an unorthodox tissue box in iroko wood

By Greece Is For Lovers

Located in Athens, GR

Vanity Faith: Preachin’ ain’t easy: Shedding tears and light in sanctifying grace, this unorthodox doctrine does not shy away from the mirror. Inspired by the excessive visual langua...

Category

2010s Greek Post-Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Esmaltes J. Amoros Green Enamel and Wood Carved Box

Unavailable

H 1.63 in W 6.5 in D 4.5 in

Esmaltes J. Amoros Green Enamel and Wood Carved Box

Located in New York, NY

A range of Brutalist craft pieces were created in Mallorca, Spain in the 1970s, including plates, clocks, and decorative boxes. An excellent example: this vintage, handmade Brutalist...

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Sterling and Wood Boxes by Ottaviani

Unavailable

H 1.5 in W 9.25 in D 4.25 in

Pair of Sterling and Wood Boxes by Ottaviani

By Ottaviani

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Amazing pair of geometric enamel, sterling, and wood boxes. Great for display.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Pair of Ottaviani Sterling Enamel and Wood Boxes

Unavailable

H 1.5 in W 9.25 in D 4.25 in

Pair of Ottaviani Sterling Enamel and Wood Boxes

By Ottaviani

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Signed 925 and Ottaviani Italian sterling enamel and wood pair of boxes by Ottaviani.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Handcrafted Wood Jewelry Box, 1960s

Unavailable

H 3.5 in W 6 in D 4.5 in

Handcrafted Wood Jewelry Box, 1960s

Located in San Diego, CA

1960s handcrafted multi-wood jewelry box. Fine craftsmanship and detailing.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Walnut

Esmaltes J. Amoros Enamel and Wood Carved Box with Handle

Unavailable

H 2 in W 6.5 in D 4.5 in

Esmaltes J. Amoros Enamel and Wood Carved Box with Handle

Located in New York, NY

A range of Brutalist craft pieces were created in Mallorca, Spain in the 1970s, including plates, clocks, and decorative boxes. An excellent example: this vintage, handmade Brutalist...

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Wood and Enamel Alfred Klitgaard Desk Top Storage Boxes

Unavailable

H 4.53 in W 2.17 in D 2.17 in

Pair of Wood and Enamel Alfred Klitgaard Desk Top Storage Boxes

By Alfred Klitgaard

Located in Maastricht, NL

A pair of Scandinavian Modern wooden desk top storage boxes with a lid by Alfred Klitgaard. These pieces were originally designed as cigar boxes and have an enamel decoration op top,...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Ben Seibel Copper Box with Wood Lid and Copper Handle, 1950s

Unavailable

H 2.5 in W 8.25 in D 3.88 in

Ben Seibel Copper Box with Wood Lid and Copper Handle, 1950s

By Ben Seibel, Jenfred Ware

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ben Seibel box, copper-plated metal, wood, cork and felt, Jenfred Ware, New York, 1950s. Copper-plated metal box, cork lined interior with two storage compartments, wood lid wit...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Copper, Metal

Robert Trout Wood Jewelry Box with Liner, 1965

Unavailable

H 1.75 in W 8 in D 4.25 in

Robert Trout Wood Jewelry Box with Liner, 1965

By Robert Trout

Located in San Diego, CA

Handcrafted wood box with metal tray by Robert Trout. The carved wood top has a great texture. Signed and dated on the bottom. USA, 1965 One of Southern California’s premiere Cra...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Fontana Arte, Circular Lid Box in Wood and Glass, Italy, before 1948

Unavailable

H 5.12 in Dm 5.12 in

Fontana Arte, Circular Lid Box in Wood and Glass, Italy, before 1948

By Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa

Located in Roma, IT

The item, designed by Pietro Chiesa, has been realized by Fontana Arte before 1948 (artistic director between 1933 and 1948). The wooden box is signed underneath, with the Classic Fo...

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Glass, Wood

Walnut Wood Round Decorative Box with Amethyst Crystal Finial, c. 1960's

Unavailable

H 9.5 in Dm 5.25 in

Walnut Wood Round Decorative Box with Amethyst Crystal Finial, c. 1960's

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Danish Modern box handcrafted from walnut wood with stylized rounded design.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Amethyst, Gold Leaf

Decorative Italian Box

Unavailable

H 2.25 in W 8.5 in D 6.5 in

Decorative Italian Box

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous decorative box made of bone and wood, Italy 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Wood

James Martin Carved and Pierced Wood Box-1

Unavailable

H 4.25 in W 12 in D 6 in

James Martin Carved and Pierced Wood Box-1

By James Martin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful box by this New Hope school artisan.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Miniportrait Dot Jewelry Box Mirror/ Gray Wood, Steel Sheet by Portego

Unavailable

H 2.37 in Dm 3.94 in

Miniportrait Dot Jewelry Box Mirror/ Gray Wood, Steel Sheet by Portego

By Portego

Located in Stienta, IT

Designed by Studio Lido for Portego. Made in Italy The dot Miniportrait is part of the boxes line that reproduces the plissé of oriental fans. It's expertisely manufactured carving ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Malachite Hinged Box

Unavailable

H 2 in W 6 in D 5 in

Malachite Hinged Box

Located in Highland Park, IL

A malachite hinged box. Basket weave design on top. Mirror on inside lid.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Malachite

James Martin Carved and Pierced Wood Box-2

Unavailable

H 4.25 in W 12 in D 6 in

James Martin Carved and Pierced Wood Box-2

By James Martin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Another example of James Martin's work. Quite different from George Nakashima, whom he worked with.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Rattan Split Chair Wood Confortable Modern Asian Modern Kalma Furniture

Unavailable

H 32.29 in W 28.75 in D 29.53 in

Rattan Split Chair Wood Confortable Modern Asian Modern Kalma Furniture

By Eastern Artisans

Located in Milano, IT

Rattan frame accented with wood and open rattan split weave on its sides and backrest. Modern and confortable chair. Modern chair stamped for Kalma in Bamboo Wood, 20th century. ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Wood

William Spratling Serpent Box

Unavailable

H 1.5 in W 7 in D 4 in

William Spratling Serpent Box

By William Spratling

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Serpent is attached to the lid of the box by four rivets. Made out of 980/1000 sterling silver. Hallmarks indicate the serpent was made between 1933-39. Box is made out of Ebony woo...

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Okapi Bone Inlay Decorative Box

Unavailable

H 3 in W 5.5 in D 7 in

Okapi Bone Inlay Decorative Box

By AELFIE

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Tash your stuff in style. Handcrafted using traditional bone inlay technique. The Okapi box is perfect for jazzing up the top of a dresser or desk. Measures: 7" x 5 1/4"x 2 3/...

Category

2010s Indian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Wood

Miniportrait Oval Gray Jewelry Box Mirror in Wood and Steel Sheet by Portego

Unavailable

H 2.37 in W 3.94 in D 6.3 in

Miniportrait Oval Gray Jewelry Box Mirror in Wood and Steel Sheet by Portego

By Portego

Located in Stienta, IT

Designed by Studio Lido for Portego. Made in Italy The oval miniportrait is part of the boxes line that reproduces the plissé of oriental fans. It's expertisely manufactured carving...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Miniportrait Oval BLU Jewelry Box Mirror in Wood and Steel Sheet by Portego

Unavailable

H 2.37 in W 3.94 in D 6.3 in

Miniportrait Oval BLU Jewelry Box Mirror in Wood and Steel Sheet by Portego

By Portego

Located in Stienta, IT

Designed by Studio Lido for Portego. Made in Italy The Oval Miniportrait is part of the boxes line that reproduces the plissé of oriental fans. It's expertisely manufactured car...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Alfred Klitgaard decorative wooden box

Unavailable

H 2.37 in W 9.45 in D 5.91 in

Alfred Klitgaard decorative wooden box

By Alfred Klitgaard

Located in Maastricht, NL

A decorative wooden box by Alfred Klitgaard, Denmark. The box has a blue felt interior with a small, removable tray. Signed by Klitgaard and in a very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Mini Portrait Dot Jewelry Box Mirror or Blue Wood, Steel Sheet by Portego

Unavailable

H 2.37 in Dm 3.94 in

Mini Portrait Dot Jewelry Box Mirror or Blue Wood, Steel Sheet by Portego

By Portego

Located in Stienta, IT

Designed by Studio Lido for Portego. Made in Italy The dot Mini portrait is part of the boxes line that reproduces the plissé of oriental fans. It's expertise manufactured carvi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

1968 Mexican Olympics Commemorative Box

Unavailable

H 1.75 in W 7.44 in D 4.5 in

1968 Mexican Olympics Commemorative Box

By William Spratling

Located in Santa Fe, NM

William Spratling 1968 wood and silver box. Cast silver details attached to the removable lid. Negotiable price for distress. Great decorative piece, or for a collection of cigar box...

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Portuguese Wooden Sewing Box

Unavailable

H 3.55 in W 11.42 in D 8.27 in

Mid-Century Portuguese Wooden Sewing Box

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Wooden sewing box. The lid is hinged, with marquetry and in the centre is an image of an ox cart with driver, typical of the island of Madeira, decorated all around with a geometric ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

French Pique Assiette Mosaic Box

Unavailable

H 5 in W 10 in D 6.5 in

French Pique Assiette Mosaic Box

Located in Hudson, NY

Pique Assiette French mosaic rectangular box with an enormous piece of blue translucent glass on the lid. Starburst pattern on the lid. Decorated with porcelain fragments on the enti...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid Century Portuguese Wooden Stamp Box

Unavailable

H 3.15 in W 5.91 in D 3.55 in

Mid Century Portuguese Wooden Stamp Box

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Wooden stamp box. With the word ‘Stamps’ applied in metal on the front, it has a central rectangular handle at the top, also in wood, and decorative elements in relief in the upper c...

Category

Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Genuine Shagreen Box with Bone Inlay

Unavailable

H 4 in W 12 in D 8 in

Genuine Shagreen Box with Bone Inlay

By Galart International

Located in New York, NY

Black Shagreen box with bone inlay

Category

2010s American Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Shagreen, Wood

Scandinavian Leather Boxes for Storage, Saffron, Large

Unavailable

H 3.35 in W 10.24 in D 14.18 in

Scandinavian Leather Boxes for Storage, Saffron, Large

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Handcrafted in Portugal from oekotex-certified leather, this Bookbox is part of our colour collection - it is vibrant, elegant and lights up any room while keeping your cherished bel...

Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Scandinavian Leather Boxes for Storage, Saffron, Medium

Unavailable

H 2.56 in W 8.08 in D 10.24 in

Scandinavian Leather Boxes for Storage, Saffron, Medium

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Handcrafted in Portugal from Oekotex-certified leather, this Bookbox is part of August Sandgren's colour collection - it is vibrant, elegant and lights up any room while keeping your...

Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Black Lacquer and Silver Stationery Box

Unavailable

H 2.5 in W 9.5 in D 12.5 in

Black Lacquer and Silver Stationery Box

By Crawford Furniture

Located in Fairfield, CT

This glossy black stationery box has a definite Art Deco feel to it. The lid is a simple lift off, but silver hinged examples are available on request. Inside, the box is line in...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alfred Klitgaard & Bodil Eje Decorative Desk Top Box

Unavailable

H 1.58 in W 8.27 in D 3.75 in

Alfred Klitgaard & Bodil Eje Decorative Desk Top Box

By Alfred Klitgaard

Located in Maastricht, NL

A decorative wooden box with an enamel on copper lid, by Alfred Klitgaard and Bodil Eje. The box has a divider inside that can be placed in six different positions and is signed by K...

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Stylish Mid-Century Lacquered and Copper Box

Unavailable

H 2.5 in W 7.5 in D 3.5 in

Stylish Mid-Century Lacquered and Copper Box

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid-Century lacquered box with copper lid.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Copper

Scandinavian Leather Boxes for Storage, Cactus Green, Large

Unavailable

H 3.35 in W 14.18 in D 10.24 in

Scandinavian Leather Boxes for Storage, Cactus Green, Large

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Handcrafted in Portugal from oeko-tex certified leather, this Bookbox is part of August Sandgren's colour collection - it is vibrant, elegant and lights up any room while keeping you...

Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Scandinavian Leather Boxes for Storage, Cactus Green, Medium

Unavailable

H 2.56 in W 8.08 in D 10.24 in

Scandinavian Leather Boxes for Storage, Cactus Green, Medium

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Handcrafted in Portugal from oekotex-certified leather, this Bookbox is part of our colour collection - it is vibrant, elegant and lights up any room while keeping your cherished bel...

Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Alfred Klitgaard & Bodil Eje Decorative Box, Denmark, 1960s

Unavailable

H 2.76 in W 11.42 in D 7.09 in

Alfred Klitgaard & Bodil Eje Decorative Box, Denmark, 1960s

By Alfred Klitgaard

Located in Maastricht, NL

A Danish decorative wooden jewelry box with felt inlayed compartments and a loose tray in beautiful solid wood. The box was designed by Alfred Klitgaard and Bodil Eje and is in excel...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Fontana Arte Covered Box made in Italy

Unavailable

H 4 in W 6.5 in D 8.75 in

Fontana Arte Covered Box made in Italy

By Fontana Arte

Located in New York, NY

Rare and unusual rounded beveled glass lid, carved wooden box with handle in the form of a walnut.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Glass, Wood

Alfred Klitgaard & Bodil Eje Decorative Box, Denmark, 1960s

Unavailable

H 1.97 in W 8.08 in D 4.73 in

Alfred Klitgaard & Bodil Eje Decorative Box, Denmark, 1960s

By Alfred Klitgaard

Located in Maastricht, NL

A decorative wooden box with enamel (white, blue, purple, turquoise and transparent) on a copper lid, designed by Alfred Klitgaard and Bodil Eje. It has three compartments inside and...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Wooden and Enamel Alfred Klitgaard Desk Top Storage Box

Unavailable

H 1.78 in W 7.09 in D 5.12 in

Wooden and Enamel Alfred Klitgaard Desk Top Storage Box

By Alfred Klitgaard

Located in Maastricht, NL

A Scandinavian Modern wooden desk top storage box by Alfred Klitgaard. The piece was originally designed as a humidor box and has an enamel decorated top. Signed by Klitgaard and ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Thea Black and White Triangle Bone Inlay Decorative Box

Unavailable

H 3 in W 5.5 in D 7 in

Thea Black and White Triangle Bone Inlay Decorative Box

By AELFIE

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stash your stuff in style. Handcrafted using traditional bone inlay technique. The Thea box is perfect for jazzing up the top of a dresser or desk. Measures: 7" x 5 1/4"x 2 3/...

Category

2010s Indian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Bone

1960s Large Faux Tortoise Lacquered Box by Alessandro

Unavailable

H 5 in W 14 in D 11 in

1960s Large Faux Tortoise Lacquered Box by Alessandro

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Stunning large lacquered faux tortoise box. Mid-Century Modern with brass stepped feet and black velvet padded interior. In like new condition. Makes a fabulous decorative box for a...

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Carl & Emanuela Magnusson Scatola Wooden Box with Lid for Bottega Ghianda

Unavailable

+ 1 more

H 2.56 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Carl & Emanuela Magnusson Scatola Wooden Box with Lid for Bottega Ghianda

By Bottega Ghianda

Located in Valmadrera, IT

An almost-cubic container in solid wood, assembled at a 45 ° angle that disguises the perception of thickness. it is a mysterious object, whose opening is revealed only by handling i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Italian Box in the Style of Willy Rizzo, 1970

Unavailable

H 1.58 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in

Italian Box in the Style of Willy Rizzo, 1970

By Willy Rizzo

Located in London, GB

An Italian designed box in polished stainless steel with brass detailing wood interior in the style of Willy Rizzo, circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Green Mosaic Penshell Box with Brass Accent by Maitland Smith

Unavailable

H 4.5 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in

Green Mosaic Penshell Box with Brass Accent by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Decorative box all handcrafted in exotic materials featuring lacquered and hand dyed pen-shell over a wood frame. The box features mosaic shell inlays in beautiful hues of turquoise,...

Category

2010s Philippine Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Early Curved Art Deco Jewelry Box by Carl Auböck

Unavailable

H 1.78 in W 6.93 in D 4.34 in

Early Curved Art Deco Jewelry Box by Carl Auböck

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, Vienna

A beautiful example of the influence the rich Art Deco repertoire found in Vienna had on the early designs of the workshop. It's expressive form already point towards the famous Mid...

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Decorative Box Made of Tropical Hardwood in Brazilian Contemporary Design

Unavailable

H 4.73 in W 15.75 in D 13.78 in

Decorative Box Made of Tropical Hardwood in Brazilian Contemporary Design

By Juliana Llussá

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

The decorative box is made in Brazilian solid wood Freijó with traditional handcraft joint techniques and beveled glass. Finishing in Italian acrylic matt varnish that shows the beau...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Wooden Jewelry Box

Unavailable

H 2.76 in W 7.09 in D 4.34 in

Mid-Century Wooden Jewelry Box

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Wooden jewelry box. Beautiful jewelry box, most likely of Portuguese origin, in wood with a lacquered effect. Lined internally with satin red fabric and printed with delicate embosse...

Category

Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

PARAMARIBO Organizer / Jewelry Box – Oak

Unavailable

H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 11.82 in

PARAMARIBO Organizer / Jewelry Box – Oak

By Ananas Design + Crafts

Located in Orlando, FL

The PARAMARIBO Handmade Solid Oak Jewelry Box is a timeless piece that unites elegance and functionality in a carefully crafted design. Made from solid oak wood, its side panels and ...

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood, Oak

Set of Mosaic Green Penshell Boxes with Brass Accents by Maitland Smith

Unavailable

H 6 in W 5 in D 5 in

Set of Mosaic Green Penshell Boxes with Brass Accents by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pair of decorative boxes all handcrafted in exotic materials featuring lacquered and hand dyed pen-shell over a wood frame. The boxes feature mosaic shell inlays in beautiful hues of...

Category

2010s Philippine Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

1950s Midcentury Italian Design Box

$1,146

H 1.97 in W 4.34 in D 7.09 in

1950s Midcentury Italian Design Box

Located in Brescia, IT

Serigraphy on metal, wood box Excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Danish Aksel Bender Madsen & Ejner Larsen Solid Teak Jewelry Box for Willy Beck

$2,675

H 3.75 in W 12.25 in D 11.5 in

Danish Aksel Bender Madsen & Ejner Larsen Solid Teak Jewelry Box for Willy Beck

By Aksel Bender Madsen, Ejner Larsen, Willy Beck

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid century modern organizing trinket jewelry box designed by Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen for cabinet maker Willy Beck, Denmark. This piece features gorgeous wood grains and...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Teak

Free Edge Burl Wood Jewelry Box Manner of Michael Elkans 1970's, USA

$725

H 5 in W 12 in D 4 in

Free Edge Burl Wood Jewelry Box Manner of Michael Elkans 1970's, USA

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Free Edge Burl Wood Jewelry Box Manner of Michael Elkans 1970's, USA Hand-worked, found free-edge burl wood chunk with four drawers. Felt covers bottom, but likely a Michael Elkans c...

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Burl

Hand-Crafted Teak Burl Side Table, Organic Design, Indonesia, 2005

$4,200

H 22.84 in Dm 20.08 in

Hand-Crafted Teak Burl Side Table, Organic Design, Indonesia, 2005

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This teak burl side table was crafted using two different burl wood blocks that are joined at its center. This side table features an elegant wood texture and organic design.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Other Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Burl Wood Trinket Box, Mid-20th Century

$285

H 1.5 in W 3.19 in D 2.5 in

Vintage Burl Wood Trinket Box, Mid-20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A relatively small rectangular burl wood trinket box, in the Modern design style, circa mid-20th century. Crafted in a rich burl with a smooth, polished finish. The box works well on...

Category

20th Century European Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood, Burl

Michael Elkan Burled Wood Box

$650

H 2.5 in W 9 in D 6.5 in

Michael Elkan Burled Wood Box

By Michael Elkan

Located in Highland, IN

This lovely trinket box in Oregon bird’s-eye maple burl by Silverton, OR woodworker Michael Elkan has a beautiful, rich color and texture. Handcrafted from a single piece of wood, th...

Category

20th Century American American Craftsman Decorative Boxes

Materials

Burl

Italian Leather Jewelry Box, Mid-20th Century, Italy

$625

H 1.5 in W 6.13 in D 4.13 in

Italian Leather Jewelry Box, Mid-20th Century, Italy

Located in New York, NY

An Italian brown/light‑brown leather box with gold detail, Mid‑Century Modern design, circa mid‑20th century, Italy. A cognac brown leather box with hand-applied gold gilt tooling em...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Decorative Box in Rosewood and Walnut, Ralph Lauren Style

$150

H 1 in W 4.4 in D 2.5 in L 1 in

Mid-Century Decorative Box in Rosewood and Walnut, Ralph Lauren Style

By Ralph Lauren

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful mixed wood decorative box. This piece created in rosewood, walnut and oak presents itself as a unique gift or personal item that is special for keepsakes or other uses such...

Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Oak, Rosewood, Walnut

Wooden Box, France, 1970s

$516

H 4.34 in Dm 7.49 in

Wooden Box, France, 1970s

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Decorative carved wooden box, France, 1970s. An elegant wooden box crafted in a traditional style with a striking faceted geometric design. Its domed lid is topped with a conical ha...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Desktop Organizer in Teak, Made in Denmark, 1950s

$1,200

H 16.15 in W 11.03 in D 15.75 in

Desktop Organizer in Teak, Made in Denmark, 1950s

Located in Lejre, DK

Desktop organizer in solid teak. Great quality with fine details. Made in Denmark in the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Teak

Decorative wood box in the style of Alexandre Noll

$768

H 2.76 in W 6.3 in D 4.73 in

Decorative wood box in the style of Alexandre Noll

Located in grand Lancy, CH

Decorative wood box in the style of Alexandre Noll

Category

Vintage 1960s French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern Solid Teak Dovetail Multiuse Box with Drawer

$260Sale Price|20% Off

H 5.5 in W 9.5 in D 13 in

Danish Modern Solid Teak Dovetail Multiuse Box with Drawer

By Peter Hvidt, Dansk

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful handmade solid teak box with drawer, circa 1980s simple and elegant well-made dovetail great quality. with small compartments inside the drawer.

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Teak

French Mid Century Hand Carved Wooden Box with Lid by Alexandre Noll, 1950s

$18,920

H 2.56 in W 5.52 in D 3.15 in

French Mid Century Hand Carved Wooden Box with Lid by Alexandre Noll, 1950s

By Alexandre Noll

Located in Stockholm, SE

Very rare French mid century box with a lid by Alexandre Noll produced in France 1950s. In good original condition and signed by the artist. Dimensions: H: 6,5 cm / 12.55" W: 14 cm...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Elm

Boîte en ébène

$29,813

H 2.17 in W 5.91 in D 3.86 in

Boîte en ébène

By Alexandre Noll

Located in Paris, FR

Carved box in solid Macassar ebony. It is opened by means of a handle that is also carved. It is signed "A.Noll" on the underside.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ebony

1950s Mid-Century Italian Box by Alessandro Albrizzi

$525

H 2 in W 7 in D 4 in

1950s Mid-Century Italian Box by Alessandro Albrizzi

Located in Tampa, FL

Signed mid-century signed by the artist, Alessandro Albrizzi box made and out of paper and wood. Italy, late 1950’s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Paper

Aldo Tura Parchment Jewelry Box

$750

H 3.5 in W 10 in D 7.5 in

Aldo Tura Parchment Jewelry Box

By Aldo Tura

Located in New York, NY

Jewelry box in lacquered parchment and wood by Aldo Tura. Italy, circa 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Parchment Paper

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Questions About Modern Wood Box

What is the best wood for a jewelry box?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Oak is the best wood for a jewelry box. This wood, if oiled and cared for, lasts for decades and the design of this kind of box stands out. Oak offers appealing textures as well as color. Hardwoods are often the best wood choices for boxes, with oak being the most preferred. Others are Walnut, Maple, Ash, Birch, Beech, Cherry, Tulipwood (Poplar) and Cedar. Find a collection of antique and vintage jewelry boxes on 1stDibs.
What type of wood are cigar boxes made from?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Cigar boxes can be made of cardboard, paper and several kinds of wood. Spanish cedar is a popular choice for cigar boxes but mahogany, white oak and elm are also common. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique cigar boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.
What color wood is mid-century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What type of wood is used in Danish modern furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 11, 2019
The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.
What wood tones pair best with a mid-century modern nightstand?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Teak and walnut are the two most common tones and pair easily with each other; rosewood reads slightly more formal as a single statement piece.
Is glass or wood a better coffee table top for a mid-century modern living room?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Wood tops feel warmer and closer to the era's original materials, while glass tops show off a rug or floor beneath and read slightly more contemporary; both are common in period-correct pieces.

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