Models and Miniatures
20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Glass
Early 20th Century American Classical Models and Miniatures
Wood, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary French Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century English Early Victorian Models and Miniatures
Metal, Sterling Silver, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures
Stone, Marble, Bronze
19th Century Spanish Antique Models and Miniatures
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Cherry, Maple
Early 2000s Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
Late 19th Century European Antique Models and Miniatures
Tin
20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1890s Scottish Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century German Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Tin
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Silver
Early 20th Century American Classical Models and Miniatures
Linen, Wood, Paint
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver, Bronze
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Blown Glass
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
Early 19th Century German Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany, Walnut
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic, Plywood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Murano Glass
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Steel
Early 1900s English Country Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1870s German Rustic Antique Models and Miniatures
Ash
1950s French Vintage Models and Miniatures
Fiberglass
2010s Chinese Models and Miniatures
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century American Classical Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 18th Century English George II Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1960s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Lucite
1830s Italian Restauration Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Models and Miniatures
Oak
20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures
Agate, Silver, Other
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary English Models and Miniatures
Aluminum, Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Models and Miniatures
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Paper
Late 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Resin, Acrylic
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Late 20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures
Paper
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Stone
20th Century Other Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Models and Miniatures
Marble
20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Quartz
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Stainless Steel
1980s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Agate
Early 20th Century English Belle Époque Models and Miniatures
Paper, Wood
Early 1900s English Antique Models and Miniatures
Cork
20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures
Marble, Amethyst, Silver, Other
1790s Italian Classical Roman Antique Models and Miniatures
Art Glass, Cut Glass
Antique and Vintage Models and Miniatures
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.