Boxes and Chests

Functionally imperative, early American boxes were often highly decorated and usually fabricated from wood. Most boxes were imported from, or crafted in the same tradition as the colonists' English counterparts. Significant production of wooden boxes commenced in late 18th century America as Shaker and Pennsylvania Dutch craftsman in particular fashioned distinctive pieces with unique style.

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Tibetan Leather Box Hand crafted in the tradition of 19th century Tebet, this oblong box was carefully covered in red le... View Product Details / More From This Seller Price: $395.00
English Colonial Fitted Brass Desk Box This box was crafted with a raised lid that holds a stout and decorative, swing bail. It opens to r... View Product Details / More From This Seller Price: $395.00
Chinese Leather Box This lovely box was hand fashioned in a manner traditional to the Chinese. It features a plum red f... View Product Details / More From This Seller Price: $395.00
Indian Himachal Teak Salt Box From the northwestern, mountainous state of Himachal, this rustic, provincial box was hand fashioned... View Product Details / More From This Seller Price: $395.00
Indian Pierced Brass Dresser Box This lovely, little box was fashioned in oval form, with a swing bail on the hinged lid. It feature... View Product Details / More From This Seller Price: $395.00
Anglo Indian Brass Desk Box 19th century W 8" D 6" H 5"... View Product Details / More From This Seller Price: $495.00
Anglo-Indian Teak Slide-Top Box With twelve removable compartments.19th century W 9-1/2" D 15" H 9"... View Product Details / More From This Seller Price: $495.00