Vintage Miniature Models
1980s Italian Vintage Miniature Models
Beech
Mid-20th Century British Artist Vintage Miniature Models
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Indian Moorish Vintage Miniature Models
Marble
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Miniature Models
Crystal
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Miniature Models
Crystal
1950s Folk Art Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
20th Century British Vintage Miniature Models
Metal
20th Century Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Miniature Models
Plastic
1930s Austrian Rococo Vintage Miniature Models
Bronze, Enamel
20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Miniature Models
Brass
20th Century European Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Vintage Miniature Models
Rosewood
20th Century Directoire Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Vintage Miniature Models
Satin, Wood
1980s North American Victorian Vintage Miniature Models
Brass
20th Century Italian Vintage Miniature Models
Wood, Paint
20th Century American Country Vintage Miniature Models
Metal, Iron
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Miniature Models
Lacquer, Mahogany
1950s Dutch Baroque Vintage Miniature Models
Walnut
20th Century Italian Louis XV Vintage Miniature Models
Burl
1930s North American Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
20th Century Italian Vintage Miniature Models
1960s Vintage Miniature Models
Brass
20th Century Asian Vintage Miniature Models
Silver
20th Century Italian Vintage Miniature Models
Marble, Silver
1980s North American Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
1960s North American Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
20th Century Italian Louis XV Vintage Miniature Models
Fruitwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Miniature Models
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Miniature Models
Felt
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Miniature Models
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Miniature Models
Metal
20th Century Vintage Miniature Models
Cut Glass, Ash
1950s German Industrial Vintage Miniature Models
Plaster, Pine
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
1940s North American Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
1950s American Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Miniature Models
Metal
1930s North American Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Vintage Miniature Models
Metal
Mid-20th Century Chinese Other Vintage Miniature Models
Bakelite
20th Century French Vintage Miniature Models
Iron
20th Century Vintage Miniature Models
1930s American Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
1940s Other Vintage Miniature Models
Plaster
20th Century English Georgian Vintage Miniature Models
Brass
1940s English Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
20th Century Belgian Vintage Miniature Models
Metal
1950s North American Vintage Miniature Models
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Miniature Models
Felt
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Miniature Models
Rope, Olive, Paper
20th Century European Other Vintage Miniature Models
Stone, Silver, Other
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Vintage Miniature Models
Fabric, Wood
1980s Vintage Miniature Models
Fabric, Silk
1980s French Vintage Miniature Models
Fabric, Silk
1930s European Bauhaus Vintage Miniature Models
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century German Modern Vintage Miniature Models
Plaster, Wood
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Vintage Miniature Models 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.
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