Faux Tortoise Shell & chromed Dior vanity box, Italy, 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Beautiful tortoise shell effect jewelry box attributed to Dior Home and crafted in Italy during the 1970's. This unique object will add a touch of joy and elegance to your home. Your...
Chrome
$264Sale Price / set|20% Off
Antique Faux Tortoise Decorative Boxes with Sea Shell Flower, 1950
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Two antique collapsible faux tortoise boxes with sea shell flower on top.
Shell, Paper
Early 19th Century Faux Tortoise Shell Inlaid Box
Located in Greenwich, CT
Charming early 19th century box decorated in faux tortoise shell and having zig zag patterned string inlay, the interior with fitted tray for use as a jewelry or work box and retaini...
Ebony, Wood
French Faux Tortoise Shell Cigarette Snuff Tobacco Box
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
As found in Paris, a charming faux tortoiseshell box marked cigarettes on the lid. A very versatile piece that could stand alone on a cooffe or side table as well as hold treasures s...
Metal
19th Century English Faux Tortoise Shell Grain Painted Wooden Dresser Box
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th Century English Faux Tortoise Shell Grain Painted Wooden Dresser Box, circa 1830, a Regency style sewing or jewelry box crafted of a hardwood, likely maple, hand painted inside ...
Wood
Victorian Faux Tortoiseshell Boulle Casket-form Letter Box, Halstaff and Hanover
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century boulle casket-type letter box by Halstaff and Hanover. The exterior is finished with Ornate boulle inlay on all sides in gold and red. A delicate edging of brass and an ...
Tortoise Shell, Wood
$275Sale Price|26% Off
Faux Tessellated Tortoiseshell Mother-of-Pearl Jewelry Box by Maitland-Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage jewelry box in faux tessellated tortoise shell with mother-of-pearl and Abolone shell edge, circa 1970s.
Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl
Victorian Tortoise Shell Desk Box W/ 3 Italian Faux Tortoise Leather Books
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a late 19th century English tortoise shell desk box paired with a set of three Italian faux tortoise leather notebooks.
Tortoise Shell, Leather, Paper
Faux Tortoise Shell British Cigar or Trinket Box W/Ivory Framing & Original Key
Located in Larkspur, CA
Faux tortoise shell British cigar or trinket box w/ivory framing & original key.
Tortoise Shell
Unavailable
H 0.99 in Dm 3.94 in
A Exceptional Canton carved faux tortoiseshell snuff box. Qing Dynasty
Located in London, GB
A Exceptional Canton carved faux tortoiseshell snuff box. Qing Dynasty. A Canton carved tortoiseshell snuff box 19th Century Of circular shape and carved in high relief to the cover...
Tortoise Shell
Faux Tortoise and Stone Dodecagon Box
By Maitland Smith
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a lovely faux tortoise and stone 12 sided lidded box that is wood lined. In the manner of maitland smith.
Tortoise Shell
Faux Tortoise Shell Brass Hands Hinge Lid Box After Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Faux tortoise shell brass hands hinge lid box after Maitland Smith.
Brass
Exquisite Faux Tortoise Shell Jewelry Box by Maitland-Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
Unique three compartment drawer jewelry box, by Maitland-Smith. Faux tortoise shell finish with brass fittings.
Brass
Antique English Faux Tortoise Shell Regency Style Tea Caddy Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
The object depicted is a fine English faux tortoiseshell tea caddy, dating to the first quarter of the 19th century, likely c. 1810–1825, during the late Regency to early William IV ...
Shell
Sold
H 3.5 in W 6 in D 4.75 in
Green and Gold Lacquer Decoupage Turtle Box With Faux Tortoise Shell interior
Located in Stamford, CT
Green and gilt lacquered box with decoupage turtle decoration, the interior lined with faux tortoise shell paper.
Wood, Lacquer
19th Century Anglo Indian Vizagapatam Shell and Faux Ivory Ring Box
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning mid-19th century example of a Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam ring box of real quality. From circa 1840. Made in Vizagapatam, India, the box is made of sandalwood but complet...
Bone, Tortoise Shell, Sandalwood
Tessellated Faux tortoiseshell & Brass Jewelry box, Italy, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb jewelry box designed and produced in Italy during the 1970's. This artisanal set with tessellated faux tortoiseshell and brass, is a true work of art. A beautiful item to dis...
Brass
Sold
H 9 in W 4.25 in D 3 in
Antique Silverplated Faux Tortoiseshell Ladys Toiletries Vanity Grooming Set 19C
Located in Dublin, Ireland
The large hinged lid oval case with faux tortoise shell domed lid enclosing original contents include nail file, oval nail buffer, tooth pick and a circular pillbox, lacking its orig...
Silver Plate
Sold
H 6.9 in W 8.1 in D 5.9 in
Rare Mid-19th Century Faux Tortoise Shell Jewelry Box & Various Other Purposes
Located in Lisse, NL
Why make it impossible to have people collect and enjoy the true beauty of the colors and the workmanship of, for example, an 1860s tortoise shell tea caddy? Anyway, the upside to th...
Brass
Faux Tortoise Shell Decorative Box
By Gumps
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A faux tortoise shell decorative trinket or jewerly box lined with velvet.
Wood, Velvet
Vintage Maitland-Smith Lg Tessellated Faux Tortoise Shell Hexagonal Box
By Maitland Smith
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Vintage Hexagonal mosaic faux tortoise shell wooden box by Maitland-Smith with brass inlay.
Brass
Faux Tortoise Shell and Silver-Plated Tea Caddy Trinket Box
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
European faux tortoiseshell tea caddy box with silver-plated surround as well as interior. Versatile piece that could also hold treasures such as jewelry or collectibles. Could also ...
Silver Plate
Faux Tortoise and Mother of Pearl Lidded Box in the Style of Maitland Smith
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a tall beautiful faux tortoise and mother of pearl lidded box with brass filigree knob on top and footed bottom. It has two compartments one on top with the lid and a small d...
Tortoise Shell
Sold
H 3.1 in W 2.25 in D 2.25 in
Victorian Edwardian 1900 Desk Inkwell Box in Faux Tortoise Shell and Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
This is a very decorative travel-desk boxed inkwell crafted in wood and carefully embellished around, with faux tortoise shell.
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 3 in W 4.25 in D 3 in
Faux Tortoiseshell Small Early 20th Century Layered Folding Jewelry Box w/Clasp
Located in Larkspur, CA
This is a multi layered folding faux tortoise jewelry box with vertical clasps. It’s originally from London, and is meant for compartmentalizing jewelry, probably rings for easy acc...
Tortoise Shell
Late 19th C Faux Tortoieiseshell Cigar Box
Located in Larkspur, CA
This beautiful Victorian Anglo Indian cigar or jewelry box is highly unique and unusual, it is one of a kind emanating from the British Common Wealth and the influence of their occup...
Sterling Silver
Faux Tortoise Shell and Wood Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
A jewelry box comprising a faux tortoise shell and craquelure lacquer exterior in a geometric design with a black velvet lined interior.
Resin, Wood, Velvet
Regency period faux tortoise-shell double caddy
Located in Cambridge, GB
Regency period faux tortoise-shell double caddy with fine gilt pressed-brass mounts. Circa 1815
Sold
H 9.5 in W 18.5 in D 6.5 in
Giorgio Armani Oversized Wire Rimmed Glasses in Faux Tortoise Shell Case
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Tucson, AZ
Giorgio Armani wire rimmed glasses in faux tortoise shell case. Probably used as store display. Very fun conversation piece. When open, case is supported by built in stand and is 9.5...
Early 19th Century Faux Tortoise Shell Tea Caddy
Located in Raleigh, NC
Wonderful English early 19th century faux painted tortoise shell tea caddy on brass ball and claw feet. It has rosewood inserts on the interior compartments of the caddy. Good condi...
"Mother" Dovetailed Keepsake Box
Located in New York City, NY
A beautiful poplar paint decorated jewelry or keepsake box. Faux tortoise shell decorated wood. Original brass hinges.
English Art Deco Sterling Silver and Faux Tortoiseshell Box
By Charles and Richard Comyns
Located in New York, NY
9.20 ozs. gross Rectangular sterling silver box with inset faux tortoiseshell top and monogram KSP on top. Impressed for 925 silver/ London/ 1922/ C & R C.
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 1.25 in W 5.25 in D 1.75 in
English Art Deco Crystal, Faux Tortoiseshell and Sterling Silver Pique Box
By Mappin & Webb
Located in New York, NY
Measures: 5 ¼" wide; 1 3/4" long; 1 1/4" high Cut crystal vanity box with silver piqué inlaid faux tortoiseshell top. Impressed for 925 silver/ Birmingham/ 1917/ M & Wb. Piq...
Crystal, Silver
Tiger Eye Lidded Semi Precious Stone Box
Located in New York, NY
Tiger eye lidded semi precious stone box. Gold, brown and yellow richly changing colour hardstone box with gold-wash silver hinge attributed to Ventrella Napoli. Italy, Mid-20th cen...
Stone, Silver
Vintage Seashell Encrusted Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lofty vintage lidded box ambitiously handcrafted in a lush composition of exotic seashells throughout with a felt lined interior.
Shell
Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage coastal box is beautifully encrusted with an array of natural shells, creating a stunning, textured surface that captures the essence of beachside charm. Perfect as a de...
Shell, Wood
English 19th Century Domed Top Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Atlanta, GA
English 19th Century Domed Top Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy with Silver Inlay and Ball feet
Tortoise Shell
$1,200
H 3 in W 6 in D 4.5 in
Tortoise Shell Decorative Box with Paw Feet. Tortoise Shell With Bun Feet.
Located in Buchanan, MI
Tortoise shell decorative box with bun feet. We have other tortoise boxes similar in form that would be a lovely collection. Feel free to call or email with questions. Priced per b...
Tortoise Shell
19th Century Rosewood Dressing/Jewellery Box
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian Rosewood Dressing table box with Mother of pearl car-touché to the centre of the lid, the lid does have age related shrinkage. To the inside of the lid it has a blue velvet...
Rosewood
Antique English Regency Period Rosewood Inlaid Box, Circa 1820.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Regency Period Rosewood Inlaid Box, Circa 1820.
Rosewood
English Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Dallas, TX
A lovely bow front tortoiseshell tea caddy inlaid with mother of pearl flowers and topped with a silver badge. English, circa 1870.
Silver
English c. 1835 Coromandel Jewelry Box
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1835 English coromandel jewelry box. "Secret" release tray in base. Bramah type lock. Brass engraving shield, no monogram. Fine quality interior brass engraved mounts and hardw...
Wood
Vintage Decorative Shell Covered Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage trinket box is built in a heart-shaped silhouette and lavishly encrusted with a curated mosaic of natural seashells. The rounded base tier is edged with rows of small wh...
Shell, Fabric
Italian Tortoiseshell Lucite and Brass Decorative Box, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Italian rectangular box featuring a richly patterned tortoiseshell-effect Lucite lid framed in polished brass. Its clean geometric form and warm amber tones make it a sophist...
Lucite
Tortoiseshell-Pattern Lacquered Dome-Top Trinket Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A small rectangular box with a curved, dome-shaped lid, finished in a glossy faux-tortoiseshell pattern in rich tones of amber, chocolate brown, and black. The high-gloss lacquer or ...
Wood
Sea Shells Specimens in Mahogany Hinged Box
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Great selection of sea shells specimens in mahogany box with glass hinged top.
Shell
$308
H 2.37 in W 5.12 in D 3.94 in
Onyx Box Decorative or Jewelry Box Brown Color Made in Italy circa 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Box in onyx, in a green color. It is a decorative or jewelry box, made in Italy circa 1970.
Onyx
$375
H 1.25 in W 4.25 in D 3.5 in
MCM Abalone Shell and Brass Lidded Trinket Box in the Style of Los Castillios
By Los Castillos
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful MCM abalone shell and brass lidded trinket box with hard wood lining made in Mexico in the style of Los Castillios, circa 1960s. The piece is stamped on the underside “Made...
Brass
French Art Deco Jewelry Box, Handcrafted Amboyna Wood, 1930s, France
Located in Miami, FL
Embrace the timeless glamour of the 1930's with this exquisite French Art Deco jewelry box, handcrafted from amboyna wood. This French-made jewelry box boasts a luxurious aesthetic t...
Amboyna
$2,200
H 8 in W 15 in D 8.25 in
19th Century English Pine Box Hand-Painted as a Georgian Country House
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A 19th C. English pine box hand-painted as a Georgian country house, the dovetailed front with sash windows hung with curtains, potted plants, and a pedimented doorcase with fanlight...
Iron
$2,864Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31.5 in Dm 27.56 in
Rigadin Chandelier 5 Arms encased Ivory Murano Glass Edgar by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Venezia, Veneto
Edgar chandelier, 5 lights, Ivory encased rigadin Murano glass by Multiforme Edgar Murano glass chandelier is one of those chandeliers in our collections that stands out thanks to it...
Blown Glass
$1,199 / item
H 1.97 in W 13.59 in D 23.63 in
Backgammon Tray in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu, Paris
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Mid-Century Swiss Gilt Brass & Lapis Lazuli Swiza 8 Day Alarm Clock, 1960s
By Swiza
Located in Roma, IT
Fabulous Mid-Century Swiza with 8-day movement and original 1960s alarm clock in a stunning combination of gilt brass and real lapis lazuli. This amazing piece was designed in Switze...
Lapis Lazuli, Metal, Gold Plate
$525
H 3.55 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in
Abstract Art Deco Wooden Sculpture - Paperweight & Puzzle Game - France 1940s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Abstract Art Deco Wooden Sculpture - Paperweight & Puzzle Game - France 1940s Originally a wooden puzzle game, this beautiful piece can also be displayed as a paperweight on a d...
Wood, Fruitwood, Nutwood
Mid-Century Lucite Tray with Louis Vuitton Monogram Fabric
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Unbeatable lucite barware tray with authentic Louis Vuitton fabric. To make this piece even more one-of-a-kind we added this early 19th Century watercolor print to the back. We see t...
Lucite, Fabric
Handmade Cast Bronze Square Wabi-Sabi Trinket Tray, Small
By The Design Foundry
Located in London, London
Graceful bronze tray, vide-poche, inspired by Wabi-Sabi, the ancient Japanese philosophy that views and embraces the world for its imperfections and transient nature. It translates i...
Bronze
$150 / item
H 1.58 in W 4.93 in D 4.73 in
Handmade Cast Bronze Rounded Bowl Inspired by Wabi-Sabi, Vide-Poche
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Graceful bronze bowl, vide-poche, inspired by Wabi-Sabi, the ancient Japanese philosophy that views and embraces the world for its imperfections and transient nature. It translates i...
Bronze
SLAMP - Clizia Suspension - Mama Non Mama Gold - Transparent Wire
By Adriano Rachele
Located in Pomezia, Rome
Clizia Mama Non Mama is a suspension inspired by pure natural beauty, with almost weightless petals that bring balanced allure and a fresh feel to interiors. A hand-folded bouquet of...
Other
$2,800
H 30 in W 39.5 in D 15.5 in
Hollywood Regency Brass & Glass Display or Curio Cabinet After Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek & modern display cabinet from Italy circa 1970s. It features mirrored top and back with glass door and sides. The brass framing is bright & shiny. The bottom lights up but lo...
Brass
$605 / item
H 0.78 in W 7.75 in D 15.75 in
Shagreen Tray with Mix Inlay Pattern including Shell and Brass by Kifu, Paris
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$704 / item
H 0.78 in W 7.75 in D 15.75 in
Shagreen Tray with Mix Inlay Pattern Including Shell and Brass by Kifu, Paris
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Seashell Natural Tonna Galea, Circa 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful natural Tona galea seashell, Organic Modern style, Indo-Pacific, circa early-20th century. A beautifully preserved Tonna galea seashell in white and warm neutral tones. T...
Shell
$3,940
H 37 in W 45.5 in D 34 in
Scrollwork Four Tier Iron Plant Stand or Etagere, England Mid 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
This mid-20th century English iron plant stand or étagère features an elegant four-tier design with intricate scrollwork. The iron frame, crafted with precision, showcases a timeless...
Iron
$3,600
H 11 in W 18 in D 10.625 in
19th Century English Red Painted Box with Georgian Country House Facade
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A 19th C. English box hand-painted as a Georgian country house on a red ground, the front with a central pedimented doorcase with arched fanlight and red paneled door above a flight ...
Iron
Antique Victorian Tortoiseshell & Gold Pique Calling Card Case
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A beautiful example of an antique Victorian calling card case crafted with premium gold piqué work. The case was most probably made in Paris France, due to the gold work. The foca...
Gold
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.
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