Self-contained

Decorative boxes manage to lend beauty while organizing the et cetera of life.

Decorative boxes manage to lend beauty while organizing the et cetera of life.

Photograph by Scott Breithaupt

1. Modern “Tramp Art” covered box, by Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, $150

2. “Pandora” lacquered box in garnet (various sizes, shapes, and colors available), $125 as pictured, both at Three Chairs Co., Ann Arbor; 734-665-2796.

3. “Windham” covered box, $155, at Tiffany & Co., Somerset Collection South, Troy; 248-637-2800.

4. “Trevor” horn box, various sizes, $395-$595, at Ralph Lauren, Somerset Collection South, Troy; 248-637-7656.

5. Antique sewing box, price on request, Chapman House Classic Home, Rochester; 248-651-2157.