Models and Miniatures
Early 1900s Austrian Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Antler
Late 19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Ash
19th Century American Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures
Wrought Iron
1720s Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century American American Empire Models and Miniatures
Glass, Mahogany, Pine, Paint
Early 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century German Black Forest Models and Miniatures
Wool
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Brass, Bronze
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Models and Miniatures
Ebony, Palmwood
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic, Plywood
Late 20th Century American Other Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s British Vintage Models and Miniatures
Quartz, Silver Plate
1930s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Models and Miniatures
Zinc
1950s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
1890s Austrian Arts and Crafts Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal, Steel
1940s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Cotton
20th Century Italian Medieval Models and Miniatures
Alabaster
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic, Plywood
Mid-20th Century German Rustic Models and Miniatures
Clay
1950s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Bamboo, Mirror, Pine
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Wood
1940s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Pine
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Models and Miniatures
Wool, Silk, Glass, Walnut
1880s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Pine
1960s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Metal
1920s German American Classical Vintage Models and Miniatures
Canvas, Paper
Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
Late 20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Reed
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
1980s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
Mid-20th Century German Modern Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Wood
1920s Japanese Meiji Vintage Models and Miniatures
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century British Rustic Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 1900s Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Stone
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Fabric, Wood, String
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1820s American Sheraton Antique Models and Miniatures
Mother-of-Pearl, Mahogany, Pine
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.