Irish Tablecloth
Antique 1780s Irish George III Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
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Brass
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Vintage 1960s American Georgian Bookcases
Blown Glass, Satinwood
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sectional Sofas
Velvet, Foam, Cotton
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Card Tables and Tea Tables
Lacquer
Antique 1830s English William IV Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s European Glass
Blown Glass
Antique 17th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs
Wool
Antique 18th Century English George III Secretaires
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2010s Canadian Post-Modern Chairs
Rattan, Maple
Antique 19th Century French Empire Bookcases
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Decorative Boxes
Enamel
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Linen, Oil
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
Irish Tablecloth For Sale on 1stDibs
Finding the Right models-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.