Saint-Cloud snuff box in the form of a shepherd, circa 1735
By Saint-Cloud Porcelain
Located in Spencertown, NY
The silver hinged snuff box with the resting shepherd and dog at his feet, above hand painted floral sprays. The silver hinged mount with loose closure. Interior cover shows crack La...
Silver
Saint-Cloud - Kakiemon Silver-Mounted Snuff Box in the Form of a Cat, ca 1740
By Saint Cloud
Located in DELFT, NL
A Saint-Cloud Kakiemon Silver-Mounted Snuff Box and Cover in the Form of a Cat, Circa 1740 modeled in recumbent pose, painted with a chinoiserie style blossoming branch and insects...
Silver
$460Sale Price|20% Off
St. Cloud Style Hen and Chicken Snuff Box by Samson
By Samson & Cie, Saint Cloud
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
St. Cloud style hen and chicken snuff box, by Samson. Large size, beautifully decorated.
Bronze
Unavailable
H 1.58 in W 2.96 in D 1.58 in
Saint Cloud Snuff Box, Buffalo and Chinoiserie Scene, circa 1740
By Saint Cloud
Located in Geelong, Victoria
Saint cloud snuff box, modelled as a reclining water buffalo, with details picked out in brown and black, having blue eyes and red mouth, the lid with colorful chinoiserie decoration...
Porcelain
Sold
H 2.75 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in
18th Century French Saint Cloud Porcelain Pots in the Form of Artichokes
By Saint Cloud
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A near pair of soft-paste porcelain pots de crème, made by the French porcelain factory Saint-Cloud circa 1730-1740. Saint-Cloud’s pure white porcelain valued the quality and beau...
Porcelain
Saint Cloud Silver-Mounted White Snuff Box Made circa 1745
By Saint Cloud
Located in Katonah, NY
A white porcelain snuff box molded with pagodas and flowering trees. The base decorated with a dragonfly and flowers (see image #5). The silver mounts of the snuff box with the decha...
Silver
Tiffany & Co. French Ceramic Pheasant Motif Tureen
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Astoria, NY
Tiffany and Company French Ceramic Pheasant Motif Covered Tureen, polychrome hand-painted on a yellow ground, signed and marked "Hand Painted / in France / For Tiffany and Co. / H" t...
Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Jardinière with Hen & Rooster
Located in Austin, TX
A 19th century Majolica jardinière , in Country style painted with rooster ,hens and chick on straw , the back side is decorated with straw and bucket signed Aistis. Impressionist s...
Faience, Ceramic
Staffordshire Cat Figure, Circa 1970
Located in High Point, NC
Circa 1970 vintage figure of a cat from the Staffordshire region of England. The cat is decorated in black and white, and has a gold bow around its neck. This is a nice model, as i...
Ceramic
18th Century Sèvres Porcelain Box with Puiforcat Silver Mount
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A refined French oval box combining 18th-century Sèvres porcelain with an elaborate later silver mount attributed to the renowned Parisian silversmith Puiforcat. The porcelain body,...
Silver
$295
H 4.25 in W 10 in D 6.5 in
Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Figure Circa 1930 Large 10"
By Kutani Studio
Located in Wilton, CT
Large, nearly antique, Japanese Kutani porcelain sleeping cat figure with ribbon and bell tied around the neck. Circa 1930. Extraordinary detail of fur, whiskers, and eye lashes very...
Porcelain
Antique Capodimonte Porcelain Table Snuff or Dresser Box
By Capodimonte
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, antique Capodimonte porcelain table snuff box in the Meissen style. With a polychrome enamel Bacchanalian scene on the lid, neoclassical devices on the side panels, and a ...
Porcelain
Petite Blanc de Chine Porcelain Cat Sculpture, Vintage
Located in Yonkers, NY
This petite vintage Blanc de Chine porcelain cat is a charming and elegant decorative piece that captures the serene beauty of a cat in repose. Crafted with meticulous attention to d...
Porcelain
Sitting Tuxedo Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage or antique cast iron door stop features a tuxedo cat form with polychrome painted decor. The realistically sculpted cat is depicted sitting with its head turned to a side and...
Metal, Iron
Rooster Ceramic Statuette France, circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
French ceramic representing a rooster chick, very realistic Small gap on the ridge. Shipping: 9 / 20.5 / 16 cm 0.8 kg.
Ceramic
$790
H 3.5 in W 3.18 in D 1.5 in
English Creamware Toy Cat, Whieldon-Type Manganese Sponged Figure, Circa 1770
Located in Downingtown, PA
18th Century English Creamware Toy Cat, Whieldon-Type Manganese-Sponged Figure English, probably Staffordshire, Circa 1760–1780 This small creamware figure of a seated cat belongs t...
Ceramic, Creamware, Pottery
Antique 18th Century Mennecy Figural Mouse Snuff or Patch Box
By Mennecy Porcelain Manufactory 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare figural porcelain snuff box in the form of a mouse attributed to Mennecy porcelain. Having a porcelain mounted lid with wonderfully hand-painted vingettes with cats, weasel...
Porcelain
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
H 4.25 in W 11 in D 7 in
Antique Capo di Monte Porcelain Box, Rococo Style, Germany, 1900
Located in Montreal, QC
This box is an unusually large and decorative example of the work of this factory. Both highly ornamental and functional, it is ideal for dressing table or more formal settings. The ...
Porcelain
Antique Staffordshire Painted Hen on Nest covered Box or Tureen, Circa 1880
By Staffordshire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Staffordshire Painted Hen on Nest Covered Box or Tureen, Circa 1880 A charming antique Staffordshire painted hen on a nest-covered box or tureen, dating to circa 1880. This ...
Porcelain
French Majolica Tobacco Jar Onnaing, Circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica tobacco jar onnaing, Circa 1890. Decorated with a medallion and flowers.
Ceramic, Faience
$1,811 / set
H 14.18 in W 7.09 in D 6.7 in
Pair of Canton Style Porcelain "Cats" Sculptures, circa 1980
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of sculptures in Canton style porcelain representing two sitting cats. White background with an enameled tawny decor and flowers and vegetal motifs in green, pink and red tones,...
Porcelain
Antique Staffordshire Pottery Cat England Victorian Era Ca. 1860
By Staffordshire
Located in Katonah, NY
This beautiful antique Staffordshire cat features white fur spotted with large black spots. Created circa 1860, our cat is decorated with hand-painted glaze in black and white, resem...
Pottery
$13,596
H 32.29 in W 62.6 in D 38.98 in
LOVELY HOWARD & SON'S / CHAIRS LTD TWO SEAT SOFA FEATHER FILLED SEAT CUSHIONs
By Howard and Sons, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super comfortable Howard & Son's / Howard Chairs LTD sofa with the inside back left leg stamped Please...
Upholstery, Hardwood
$695 / set
H 14 in W 10.5 in D 7.5 in
Vintage Pair of Staffordshire Style Ceramic Spaniel Dogs by Chelsea House
By Chelsea House
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful Staffordshire Style Spaniels by Chelsea House. Made in Italy. Each Dog measures 14”h x 10.5”w × 7.5” d
Ceramic
$5,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 90 in D 34.5 in
Fantastic Milo Baughman style Rosewood Case Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Milo Baughman style rosewood case sofa. We just love the original textured gold velvet in usable condition-some minor wear to double sided seat cushions. This wonderful v...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Sevres Sky Blue Ground Porcelain Teapot and Cover, Dated 1785
Located in New York, NY
Painter: Vincent Taillandier (1753-90). Gilder; Boileau Le Jeune (1783-89).
Porcelain
$34,161
H 33.67 in W 77.17 in D 42.52 in
Huge Restored Antique Victorian Howard & Son's Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very fine, fully restored Howard & Son’s Berners Street London, large Baring sofa upholstered with vintage brown leather that has Thomas Chipp...
Leather
$3,980Sale Price|20% Off
H 36.23 in W 37.01 in D 20.48 in
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet / Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This elegant Biedermeier half cabinet was crafted in South Germany around 1830. The piece is veneered in beautifully grained walnut with a striking, book-matched pattern. The interio...
Walnut, Spruce, Oak
The Forsyth Mushroom Pouf in Dedar 'Schwarzwald'
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Our Mushroom Pouf is designed by Forsyth and handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding color and a bit of whimsy. The perfect ottoman or extra seat. Eac...
Velvet
148-Piece Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Part Dessert Service
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in London, GB
Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Part Dessert Service for Twelve (148 Pieces) By Royal Copenhagen (Danish, founded 1775) Danish, 20th Century Leaf-Form Pedestal Compote: Height 12cm, wi...
Porcelain
Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Two Drawer Hanging Wall Shelf
Located in Germantown, MD
A cute Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Two Drawer Hanging Wall Shelf. Very Attractive and functional. Three shelves between open fret work sides for convenient and elegant organizatio...
Mahogany
$2,750
H 38.5 in W 38.5 in D 21.5 in
Arthur Brett & Sons English Georgian III Mahogany Burl Chest TV Media Cabinet
By Arthur Brett
Located in Dayton, OH
An exquisite 18th Century reproduction in the form of a bachelors chest by Arthur Brett & Sons. Made from mahogany with burled front and top. Features a faux 2 over 4 drawer graduate...
Mahogany
$1,250
H 5.5 in W 12.8 in D 9.15 in
19C Anglo Indian Highly Carved Sadeli Mosaic Sarcophagus Sewing Box
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A GORGEOUS 19C Anglo Indian Highly Carved Sadeli Mosaic Sarcophagus Sewing Box. Made in Bombay, India circa 1860-80. Box made of sandalwood with highly carved teak wood ...
Bone, Sandalwood, Teak
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Trumeau Commode. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
We are pleased to offer this exceptional and authentic Viennese Biedermeier walnut trumeau commode, crafted around 1825, a refined example that perfectly represents the essence of Bi...
Brass
$19,466Sale Price|25% Off
H 39.38 in W 80.71 in D 34.26 in
1880 Howard and Sons Grantley Sofa in Floral Ticking Stripe, UK
By Howard and Sons
Located in Faversham, GB
An exceptional Howard and Sons ‘Grantley’ sofa. This original Grantley H&S model sofa features down-filled outswept armrests that sit at the same height as the back, giving the ...
Upholstery, Oak
$1,708
H 59.06 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Antique William IV Gonçalo Alves Tripod Music Stand 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This handsome William IV Gonçalo Alves adjustable music stand is circa 1830 in date. The multi position stand has a rising top X slatted slope / book or music rest. There is a flora...
Hardwood
Italian Mid-Century Modern Drink glasses with carafe
Located in Palermo, PA
Enhance your beverage experience with this exquisite collection of six drink glasses with carrafe. Crafted in the stylish and elegant fashion of the 1970s. These glasses showcase a c...
Crystal
$28,850
H 8.13 in W 14.13 in D 9.25 in
A George Jones Majolica Game Tureen with a Quail and Her Chicks, English, 1874
By George Jones
Located in Banner Elk, NC
A George Jones Majolica Game Tureen, the base with relief molded rabbits among ferns and grasses on both sides, with oak leaves, acorns, and ivy encircling all around the mossy branc...
Majolica
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.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.