Model Boats
Early 20th Century English Sporting Art Models and Miniatures
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Early 20th Century American Classical Models and Miniatures
Linen, Wood, Paint
20th Century American Adirondack Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Vintage 1980s Italian Models and Miniatures
Beech
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Italian Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Indonesian Models and Miniatures
Wood, Giltwood, Bone
Mid-20th Century Argentine Arts and Crafts Models and Miniatures
Wood, Thread, Fabric
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Stone
Antique Early 1900s European Models and Miniatures
Wood
Vintage 1920s American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Vintage 1940s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Vintage 1930s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Antique 1850s English Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Models and Miniatures
Stoneware
Vintage 1920s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Brass
Vintage 1920s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Vintage 1950s Italian Models and Miniatures
Other
20th Century Scottish Models and Miniatures
Ebony, Pine
Vintage 1930s American Models and Miniatures
Animal Skin, Wood
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Fabric, Wood, String
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Cherry, Maple
Antique Early 1900s English Country Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Metal
2010s Central Asian Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
2010s Central Asian Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
Vintage 1960s Nautical Objects
Canvas, Hardwood
20th Century French French Provincial Nautical Objects
String, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1930s Belgian Nautical Objects
Brass
1990s Nautical Objects
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Classical Nautical Objects
Wood
20th Century American Classical Nautical Objects
Wood
20th Century American Nautical Objects
Mahogany, Rosewood
Antique 19th Century British Nautical Objects
Oak
20th Century American Classical Nautical Objects
Wood
20th Century North American American Craftsman Nautical Objects
Wood
Antique 1860s English Nautical Objects
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century British Nautical Objects
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Aviation Objects
Wood
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Early 20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Tin
Mid-20th Century German Models and Miniatures
Vintage 1940s American Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Antique 19th Century English Models and Miniatures
Early 20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Vintage 1940s American Models and Miniatures
Lead, Metal, Wire
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Model Boats For Sale on 1stDibs
Finding the Right Models and Miniatures for You
There’s a place in every room for antique and vintage models and miniatures to fit in as small pieces of decor with character. Given their diversity of design, they are well suited to fit any style of space. From boats and spaceships to animals and race cars, there is a model for every taste.
Among the earliest known uses of miniatures are models found in Egypt dating back to 3,000 B.C. They were placed in pyramids as part of religious ceremonies. Elsewhere in the ancient world, small-scale architectural models were used in burial rituals. Since then, people have made miniaturized models for a variety of purposes.
Around the turn of the last century, toy companies created sought-after miniatures like trains. In the 1930s, airplane model kits took off in popularity. Later, Pop artists helped turn these kid treasures into a higher art form, such as Andy Warhol’s 1983 Toy Paintings.
Many people now use miniatures to decorate. Miniatures and models can be a playful accent, especially in areas of leisure, like a living room, salon or bedroom. Some collect miniatures to show off a range of favorite passions, while others focus on one type of model to add sophistication to their home.
Models can depict animals, people or places — as they do for an interactive project called Gulliver’s Gate in New York — and can contribute to the curation of a space or express a personality. Connoisseurs can find folk art and historical miniatures from every era. They have been created in classic and modern designs ranging from kitsch collectibles to old-world oddities.
Explore the collection of models and miniatures on 1stDibs today to build your collection and bring whimsical joy to your home.
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