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19th Century Austro-Hungarian Silver Box Inlaid with Pearls & Gems
Located in Nottingham, GB
In good condition
From a private collection
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver
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H 1.19 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
Square Polished Brass Box with Wood Lining
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, from candies to 420.
A very nice box, in good condition and polishes nicely. A little gem.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Crystal Gem Set Silver Box with Reverse Crystal Top
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1915 Frosted crystal pill or snuff box, measuring 1 1/4 inch in diameter and 1 inch in height
Category
Vintage 1910s Austrian Boxes and Cases
Materials
Emerald, Sterling Silver
Antique Hand Painted Box in Pink enamel with with Sailing Ships scene
By Castel Limoges
Located in BILBAO, ES
Antique 19th Jewellery hand painted porcelain box with hunting horse scene
aprox 1880 hand painted
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Decorative Boxes
Materials
Enamel
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H 1.19 in W 1.78 in D 1.38 in
Gem Set Giardinetto Frosted Crystal Silver Box
Located in Riverdale, NY
Charming Gem Set Frosted Rock Crystal Silver Box in etched vermeil silver with basket motif set
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Artisan Boxes and Cases
Materials
Aquamarine, Crystal, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
1890s Antique French Minaudiére Silver and gems
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Indulge in the opulence of history with this exceptional French Minaudiére from the Napoleon III era, crafted in 1890. This rare piece is a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship o...
Category
Antique 1890s French Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver
Antique Hand Painted Box in Pink enamel with Flowers
By Castel Limoges
Located in BILBAO, ES
Antique 19th jewellery hand painted porcelain box with flowers
aprox 1880 hand painted in yellow
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Decorative Boxes
Materials
Ceramic
Antique 19th Enamel Box Hand Painted Pink with Flowers
By Castel Limoges
Located in BILBAO, ES
Antique 19th Jewellery Antique 19th Jewellery Hand Painted pink Porcelain Box with flowers aprox
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Decorative Boxes
Materials
Enamel
Antique Hand Painted Box in Pink enamel with Promenade Scene
By Castel Limoges
Located in BILBAO, ES
Antique 19th hand painted pink porcelain box with promenade scene
Perfect gift for decoration or
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Decorative Boxes
Materials
Ceramic
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H 0.99 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in
Antique Hand Painted Box in Pink enamel with Harbour Scene
By Castel Limoges
Located in BILBAO, ES
Antique 19th around 1880 Hand Painted Pink Porcelain Box with harbour scene
Perfect gift for
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Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Decorative Boxes
Materials
Ceramic
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H 0.99 in W 1.78 in D 1.38 in
Colorful Semi Precious Stone Rectangular Jewelry or Trinket Box with Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful colorful decorative box with a lid created from Carrara marble and inlaid with a
Category
20th Century Indian Bauhaus Decorative Boxes
Materials
Stone
H 1.25 in W 3.75 in D 2.5 in
Colorful Semi Precious Stone Rectangular Jewelry or Trinket Box with Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful colorful decorative box with a lid created from Carrara marble and inlaid with a
Category
20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Materials
Stone, Jade, Carrara Marble
Colorful Semi Precious Stone Rectangular Jewelry or Trinket Box with Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful colorful decorative box with lid created from Carrara marble and inlaid with a variety
Category
20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Materials
Stone
Large Vintage Lucite Gem Ice Bucket by Allesandro Albrizzi
By Alessandro Albrizzi
Located in Chicago, IL
A large vintage Lucite gem ice bucket by Allesandro Albrizzi. 1970s
Lucite shows nice age with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Lucite
Antique Hand Painted Box in Yellow enamel with Hunting Horse Scene
By Castel Limoges
Located in BILBAO, ES
Antique 19th Jewellery hand painted porcelain box with hunting horse scene.
aprox 1880 hand
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Decorative Boxes
Materials
Ceramic
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H 0.99 in W 1.58 in D 1.19 in
Studio Maison Nurita Large Clear Quartz / Rock Crystal Box with Aventurine Frog
Located in Toronto, ON
A gorgeous clear quartz / rock crystal box with green aventurine carved frog lid by Studio Maison
Category
2010s Brazilian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Quartz
H 4.25 in W 8 in D 5.5 in
Carved Citrine Pill Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite French pill box combines the mastery of the French goldsmithing tradition with the
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Glass, Art Glass
Totem Cat Round Box
By Richard Ginori
Located in Milan, IT
A gem of fine porcelain inspired by the symbolic, animal-dedicated decorations gracing nobles' cups
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Porcelain
First Empire Grand Tour Gilt Bronze Mounted Box with Apollo in His Chariot
Located in Nashville, TN
The box a trinket or bon-bon box , adorned with bronze lid and Apollo in his sunburst adorned
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bronze
Early 1900s French Neoclassical Oval Brass Jewellery Box with Agate Moth Decor
Located in Haarlem, NL
Very pretty and heavy early 1900s Neo-Classical oval brass jewellery box with 2 moth decorations
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Materials
Agate, Brass
H 3.94 in W 9.85 in D 6.3 in
19th Century Italian Voting Box Tuscan Confraternity Carved Barrel Ballot Box
Located in Milan, IT
handle and carved parts at both ends, highlighted by ebonized details.
In a fraternity, this ballot box
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Materials
Poplar
H 13.78 in W 10.24 in D 11.82 in
Round Blue Lapis Lazuli and Marble Stone Jewelry or Trinket Box with Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Beautiful blue Lapis Lazuli and Carrara marble stone jewelry box. Created from genuine blue Lapis
Category
20th Century Indian Bauhaus Decorative Boxes
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Carrara Marble
Rare Hand Carved Black Forest Box w. Inlaid Enameled Playing Cards & Chips Boxes
Located in Lisse, NL
chips) make this aesthetically pleasing box a real gem to own, use and to look at. Apart from a minor
Category
Antique 19th Century European Black Forest Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass, Copper, Iron
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H 2.45 in W 10.6 in D 6.7 in
Vintage Italian Red Decorative Box 1980
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the allure of vintage Italian design with this exquisite Red Decorative Rectangular Box
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Continental Silver Filigree Decorative Flower Box
Located in London, GB
A continental silver filigree decorative flower box
Continental, Early 20th Century
10cm high x
Category
20th Century European Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver
Arts and Crafts Style Copper Box with Acid Etched Leaf Motifs on Brass Claw Feet
Located in Lisse, NL
Aesthetically beautiful and highly practical copper metal box.
This 1930s thick copper box clearly
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass, Copper
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H 3.93 in W 9.05 in D 5.9 in
Antique 20th Century Russian Faberge Silver Gilt & Gem Set Cigarette Case c.1900
By Fabergé
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early-20th Century Russian Faberge silver gilt cigarette case, The lid features a design of interlocking laurel wreaths and ribbons suspending tassels. The push piece is set ...
Category
20th Century Russian Other Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold
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H 0.67 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
Italian Lacca Povera Box, Venetian, c1750
Located in valatie, NY
This small Venetian gem has lacca povera decoration which is the Italians version of decoupage. It
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Rococo Boxes
Materials
Wood, Paper
Antique Silver and Cloisonné Enamel Pill Box
By Marius Hammer
Located in Braintree, GB
Exquisite Antique Silver and Cloisonné Enamel Pill Box by the Renowned Marius Hammer.
Maker: Marius
Category
Vintage 1910s Norwegian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Karl Springer "Molding Box" in Multicolor Lacquers 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Hinged “Molding Box” with multi-colored lacquer design and dark green suede interior by Karl
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Chrome
French Gothic Style Jewelry Box or Chest with Bronze Inlay & Leather
Located in Plainview, NY
sophistication and heritage.
Adding a touch of opulence, the box features a captivating red stone inlay, a gem
Category
20th Century Gothic Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Stone, Bronze
Granada Moorish Spain Inlaid Marquetry Jewelry Music Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1950s Moorish Spain Music Box: This exquisite handcrafted box, made in Granada, Spain, showcases
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Islamic Decorative Boxes
Materials
Fruitwood
Antique 1910 German Sterling Silver Fish Spice Box
By Karl Kurz
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fish is embellished with two collet set gem eyes.
The hallmarks struck to this impressive box
Category
Vintage 1910s German Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
Beautiful Jewelry or Collecting Treasure Box Inlaid with Walnut, Burl Walnut
Located in Lisse, NL
.
If you are looking for a stylish and truly decorative box to grace your table or dresser then this
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Bronze
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H 4.9 in W 11.75 in D 8.3 in
Stunning Antique English Regency Penwork Games Box c.1820
Located in Bath, GB
beauty of this English Regency gem.
The box stands on it's original gilded bronze ball feet and the
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
Large Art Nouveau silver jewelry box France 1900-1910
Located in Salzburg, AT
Large Art Nouveau silver jewelry box France 1900-1910
This gem of a jewelry box from France is not
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver
Fine Mughal Gem Set Rock Crystal and Gold Box, India, 18th Century
Located in New York, NY
A Fine and Exquisite Mughal Gem Set Rock Crystal and Gold Box, India, 18th Century.
Finley set in
Category
Antique 18th Century Indian Boxes and Cases
Materials
Rock Crystal, Gold
Oval Jewel box - Serpentine
Located in Pacasmayo, PE
The oval everything box jewelry box is a hand-carved using traditional wood carpentry techniques
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Peruvian Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Stone
Antique & Unique French Satinwood and Nutwood Jewelry Box with Brass Inlay 1800s
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and all handcrafted antique box.
The ideal gift for a lady with an eye for quality
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Brass
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H 2 in W 8.45 in D 6.3 in
19th Century Rare Miniature Wooden Bible Box in Original Paint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
surface and gilding. This early gem has original iron hinges and key lock. Great as a jewelry box or ring
Category
Antique 19th Century American Country Decorative Boxes
Materials
Iron
Karl Springer Unique Hinged Box in Polished Sodalite Stone 1980s 'Signed'
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Stunning one-of-a-kind hinged box in polished blue sodalite stone by Karl Springer, American 1980's
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Stone, Brass
English William IV Stickware Tunbridge & Rosewood Stationery Box c.1835
Located in Bath, GB
wood this small stationery box is decorated with intricate Tunbridge Stickware inlay.
The interior
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Antique 1830s British William IV Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
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H 4.75 in W 6.25 in D 4 in
Contemporary 'Pixel' Jewelry Box Handmade Black Wood and Glass by Ghirò Studio
By Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
2022 Collection of Jewelry boxes by Ghirò Studio.
'Pixel' is perfect synthesis of timeless style
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Glass, Wood
H 5.52 in W 4.93 in D 11.03 in
Lourdes Limoges France Vintage Round Porcelain Garnet Gold Trinket Box
By Limoges
Located in BILBAO, ES
Lourdes Limoges France Vintage round porcelain garnet gold trinket box
Elegant vintage octagonal
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Decorative Boxes
Materials
Enamel
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H 1.97 in Dm 4.34 in
Round Blue Lapis Lazuli and Marble Stone Jewelry or Trinket Box with Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Beautiful blue Lapis Lazuli and Carrara marble stone jewelry box. Created from genuine blue Lapis
Category
20th Century Indian Folk Art Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Carrara Marble
Blue Lapis Lazuli and Marble Stone Rectangular Jewelry or Trinket Box
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Beautiful blue Lapis Lazuli and Carrara marble stone jewelry box. Created from genuine blue Lapis
Category
20th Century Indian Agra Decorative Boxes
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Marble
Italian New Old Stock 1980s Decorative / Jewelry Silver Art Nouveau Box
By Ottaviani
Located in Weesp, NL
jewelry box to store your precious gems, or a safe haven for treasured letters, candy, or coins, this
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
H 2.17 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Blue Lapis Lazuli and Marble Stone Rectangular Jewelry or Trinket Box
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Beautiful blue Lapis Lazuli and Carrara marble stone jewelry box. Created from genuine blue Lapis
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Marble
Silver and Enamel Art Deco Musical Cigarette and Singing Bird Box
Located in London, GB
A rare and exquisite silver and enamel Art Deco musical cigarette and singing bird box.
the
Category
Vintage 1920s French Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique English Burr Walnut & Hand Painted Porcelain Stationery Box, circa 1850
Located in Bath, GB
A quite wonderful and romantic stationery box, ready to grace the finest of desk-tops.
Made from
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Antique 1850s English Early Victorian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
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H 6.25 in W 10 in D 6 in
Antique English Regency Penwork Games or Playing Card Box, circa 1820
Located in Bath, GB
beauty of this English Regency gem.
The box stands on it's original gilded bronze ball feet and the
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Antique 1820s English Regency Decorative Boxes
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H 4.5 in W 11.5 in D 8.5 in
Louis Kuppenheim 1928 for Dunhill Peacock Enameled Compact Box .935 Sterling
By Alfred Dunhill, Louis Kuppenheim
Located in Miami, FL
Enameled compact box by Louis Kuppenheim for Alfred Dunhill.
An extraordinary round compact box
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Bohemian Box. France 1850-1920
Located in Queens Village, NY
Get a hold of this beautiful antique box, and you may feel a part of the past in your hands
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Crystal, Gold Leaf, Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Moorish Wood Box Islamic Marquetry Mosaic Art Granada Spain Khatam Decor 1940s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
intricate workmanship of these boxes.
A true gem that will make a perfect accent to any interior, modern
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Moorish Decorative Boxes
Materials
Fruitwood
H 2.5 in W 7 in D 5.5 in
Vintage Limoges 22k Gold Trinket Jewelry Boxes Louis XVI Courtesan Scene
By Limoges
Located in BILBAO, ES
Elegant vintage Limoges 22-karat gold trinket jewelry boxes.
French vintage Limoges porcelain in
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes
Materials
Enamel, Gold Leaf
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H 1.19 in W 2.76 in D 1.97 in
Antique Wooden Box w. Embossed Copper Japonisme Scene & Handcrafted Brass Nails
Located in Lisse, NL
early 1900s gem could be yours to enjoy soon. The frame of this box is made of elmwood and the perfectly
Category
Early 20th Century European Japonisme Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass, Copper
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H 4.33 in W 15.2 in D 8.66 in
Stunning Embossed Leather on Wooden Box w. Don Quixote & Sancho Panza Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
are looking for a rare, truly decorative, practical and beautifully hand-crafted box then this gem
Category
20th Century Spanish Renaissance Decorative Boxes
Materials
Iron, Brass
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H 5.1 in W 8.85 in D 5.7 in
Antique & Unique Napoleon II Inlaid Burl Box w. Gilt Perfume Flasks / Bottles
Located in Lisse, NL
to collectible and high value boxes, this little, fit-for-a-king gem from the 1850s is right up there
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass, Bronze
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H 4.33 in W 4.92 in D 3.55 in
Antique Medieval Style Carved Nutwood Box w. Heraldic Coat of Arms Knight Armour
Located in Lisse, NL
exceptional patina of the antique walnut is what makes this aesthetically pleasing box a real gem to own and
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century European Medieval Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass, Metal
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H 5.9 in W 12 in D 7.5 in
Late 19th Century Milky White Opaline Murano Bohemian Gilded Box France, 1887
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Queens Village, NY
Milky Opaline Murano glass box! With intricate and colorful floral patterns adorning its surface, this
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Gold Leaf
H 4.34 in W 4.34 in D 3.75 in
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- What is the rarest gem?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The rarest gem is painite. Since its discovery in 1951, there have only been two specimens known to exist.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024No, jewels and gems aren't the same thing exactly. Although many people use the words interchangeably, they actually have different meanings. A gem is a precious stone in its raw state before being worked, while a jewel is the term for a gem that has undergone shaping and polishing to sell on its own or be incorporated into a piece of jewelry. Explore a large selection of jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Is a cobalt spinel gem rare?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the cobalt spinel gem is extremely rare and is one of the most desirable gems in the industry. It is found in a single mine in Vietnam and is one of the few gems that occur naturally. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are star sapphires real gems?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, natural star sapphires are real gems. The star-like reflective effect comes from inclusions present in the gemstones. Keep in mind that some jewelry features man-made star sapphires rather than natural stones, making it important that you purchase from reputable jewelers or online platforms. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted star sapphire gemstone jewelry.
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- What is a Battersea box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Battersea box is part of the wider umbrella of Battersea enamelware, a kind of painted enamelware produced in England in the mid-18th century. Considered to be of incredibly high quality, pristine examples of this enamelware are highly sought after by collectors. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Battersea enamelware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a pantry box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A pantry box was used commonly in the 19th century to store dry items like sugar, cereals, and spices in the pantry. It is now primarily utilized as a decorative object. It was quite popular since it had handles and could be used to transport products to and from the market. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary pantry boxes from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a needlework box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023A needlework box, or sewing box, is a storage box that has bins and compartments designed specifically for holding needles, threads and other accessories for sewing and needlepoint. Many manufacturers produce them out of wood, but some are fabric or plastic. Shop a selection of sewing boxes on 1stDibs.
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- What is a camphor box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Camphor boxes are storage boxes traditionally used to transport precious items like silk, porcelain and tea from China to Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries. Camphor wood served as the material for these highly decorative boxes because it was durable and naturally repellent to moths and other pests. Find a selection of camphor boxes on 1stDibs.
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- What is a blanket box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A blanket box refers to a piece of storage furniture that is primarily used to store blankets and quilts. Find a collection of antique and vintage blanket boxes on 1stDibs today.
- What is a book box?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A book box is a small box that plays a trick on the eye. On the outside, it is painted to look like a book, but on the inside is a carved out interior, meant to store your trinkets and wares. On 1stDibs, find a collection of book boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.
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