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Beetle Model

20thC Novelty Volkswagen Beetle Model With Hidden Decanter & Shot Glasses c.1950
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A superb 20th Century Volkswagen Beetle model by Golden Crown. Crafted in metal with realistic
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20th Century European Other Barware

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Metal

Jørgen Mogensen for Royal Copenhagen, Stoneware Dish with Motif of Beetles
Located in København, Copenhagen
Jørgen Mogensen for Royal Copenhagen, stoneware dish with motif of beetles. Model 21871. In
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

Large Sculpture of Beetle in Flight
Located in Houston, TX
Large sculpture of beetle in flight, this is a large cut-away model (on the original base) of a
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Vintage 1950s Czech Other Models and Miniatures

Materials

Paper, Fabric, Rubber, Plastic

Large Sculpture of Beetle in Flight
Large Sculpture of Beetle in Flight
$5,600
H 26 in W 42 in D 22.5 in
Vintage Clear Glass Sculpture of a Classic Volkswagen Beetle, Car Memorabilia
Located in Milano, IT
Little but realistic miniature model of a classic Volkswagen Beetle - most likely a version from
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Models and Miniatures

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Crystal

Antique Labradorite Beetle Scarab Bead Hard Stone Carving
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual carving in the shape of a beetle was carved out of one piece of labradorite in the
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Models and Miniatures

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Labradorite

Jørgen Mogensen for Royal Copenhagen, Stoneware Dish, Dated 1966
Located in København, Copenhagen
Jørgen Mogensen for Royal Copenhagen, stoneware dish with motif of beetles. Model 21871. In
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Stoneware

Didactical Model of Cockchafer or May bug sold by the “ Denoyer-Geppert Company
Located in Leuven , BE
Beetle model (Melotontha vulgaris), strongly enlarged. One side shows the outer shape, the other
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Early 20th Century German Natural Specimens

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Plaster, Paper

Large Anatomical Removable Model Cockchafer Beetle Melolontha 1930 German
Located in Epfach, DE
Large anatomical model of a cockchafer (Melolontha) made out of wood, plastic, paper mache Two
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Vintage 1940s German Animal Sculptures

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Plastic, Wood

Two models of the Volkswagen beetle, Germany 1938 Printed Later
Located in Cologne, DE
geschlossenem Dach auf einer Teststrecke bei Wolfsburg, Deutschland 1930er Jahre. Two models of the Volkswagen
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1930s Modern Black and White Photography

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Black and White

Three models of the Volkswagen beetle, Germany 1938 Printed Later
Located in Cologne, DE
models of the Volkswagen beetle, or KdF car, with open and closed roof and as a convertible near the test
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1930s Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Black and White

Three models of the Volkswagen beetle driving, Germany 1938 Printed Later
Located in Cologne, DE
Jahre. Three models of the Volkswagen beetle, or KdF car, with open and closed roof and as a convertible
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1930s Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Black and White

Two different models of the Volkswagen beetle, Germany 1938 Printed Later
Located in Cologne, DE
Jahre. Two models of the Volkswagen beetle, or KdF car, with open and closed roof are overtaken by a
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1930s Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Black and White

Three models of the Volkswagen beetle parking, Germany 1938 Printed Later
Located in Cologne, DE
. Three models of the Volkswagen beetle, or KdF car, with open and closed roof and as a convertible on the
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1930s Modern Black and White Photography

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Black and White

19th Century Diamond and Carbuncle Garnet Beetle
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely 19th Century Diamond and Carbuncle Garnet Beetle. Realistically modeled with large cabochon
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Antique 1870s American Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Cockpit of the Volkswagen beetle, Germany 1938 Printed Later
Located in Cologne, DE
car dashboard of the Volkswagen beetle, or KdF car, model with folding top, Germany 1930s. Keywords
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1930s Modern Black and White Photography

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Black and White

Tiffany & Co. Enamel 18ct Yellow Gold Scarab Beetle Design Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: J657 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: Scarab Beetle Design Earrings Type: Earrings Age: 1993 Material(s
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Ipsens, Denmark. Vase in glazed ceramic with lizard and beetle.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Ipsens, Denmark. Vase in hand-painted glazed ceramic with lizard and beetle. Approx. 1920. Model
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Vintage 1920s Danish Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Beetle-Shaped Cufflinks Rubies 0.50ct Diamonds 0.26ct Handcrafted Italy 18 Karat
Located in Rome, IT
possible to order the same beetle-shaped model also with earrings. In this case, a cost and delivery time
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Retro Cufflinks

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Beetle Brooch Citrine Garnet Seed Pearls Gilt Silver / 2.1gr
Located in SE
Antique ca. early XX cent. Beetle Brooch modeled as an Insect that looks like a beetle, skillfully
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Antique Early 1900s European Renaissance Revival Brooches

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Pearl, Citrine, Garnet, Gold, Silver

Antique Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Leaf Pendant 18 Karat Gold French Victorian
Located in New York, NY
. The fully modeled scarab beetle is wonderful. The 18 Karat yellow gold is vibrant. The leaf is
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Front seats and dashboard of the Volkswagen beetle, Germany 1938 Printed Later
Located in Cologne, DE
car dashboard of the Volkswagen beetle, or KdF car, model with folding top, Germany 1930s. Keywords
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1930s Modern Black and White Photography

Materials

Black and White

Antique 14K Gold Egyptian Revival Scarab Pendant with Hieroglyphs
Located in Rotterdam, NL
features a finely modeled beetle on the front, symbolizing rebirth, transformation, and protection. Ancient
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Antique 19th Century European Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold

Brass and Shagreen Box Elphas Scarab by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
of the largest of all beetles. It is the same model as our Goliath Scarab box in bigger dimensions
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21st Century and Contemporary French Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Brass and Shagreen Box Elphas Scarab by Ginger Brown
Brass and Shagreen Box Elphas Scarab by Ginger Brown
$1,615 / item
H 3.55 in W 13.78 in D 6.7 in

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Vintage Clear Glass Sculpture of a Classic Volkswagen Beetle, Car Memorabilia
Located in Milan, IT
Little but realistic miniature model of a classic Volkswagen Beetle - most likely a version from
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Models and Miniatures

Materials

Crystal

60s Beetle Car Rattan Sculture, Toy , Italy
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Valladolid, ES
Amazing "Beetle car sculpture for VW Beetle model made of natural rattan, handcrafted.Italiy
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Wicker, Rattan

60s Beetle Car Rattan Sculture, Toy , Italy
60s Beetle Car Rattan Sculture, Toy , Italy
H 14.57 in W 38.59 in D 23.63 in
Ipsen's, Denmark, Vase in Hand Painted Glazed Ceramics with Lizard and Beetle
Located in København, Copenhagen
Ipsen's, Denmark. Vase in hand painted glazed ceramics with lizard and beetle. Model number 364
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

Museum Model of a Cheirotonus Long-Armed Beetle
By Lorenzo Possenti
Located in Peekskill, NY
What may not be obvious at first is the scale of this striking museum display. The model stands
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Industrial Models and Miniatures

Huge Museum Model of a Asian Stag Beetle
By Lorenzo Possenti
Located in Peekskill, NY
This almost 4 foot tall striking model of a Male Asian Stag Beetle... Dorcus Formosanus... is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Industrial Models and Miniatures

Large Early Anatomical Model of a Flying Beetle
By Denoyer-Geppert
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a large and impressive cut-away model on the original base. It stands almost 32 inches tall
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Vintage 1930s German Industrial Models and Miniatures

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Wood, Plaster, Papier Mâché, Paper

Large Early Anatomical Model of a Flying Beetle
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a large and impressive cut-away model on the original base. Measures: Open it stands 28
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Models and Miniatures

Large Early Anatomical Model of a Flying Beetle
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a large and impressive cut-away model on the original base. Measures: Open it stands 28
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Models and Miniatures

Large Sculpture of Beetle in Flight
Located in Houston, TX
Large sculpture of beetle in flight, this is a large cut-away model (on the original base) of a
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Vintage 1950s Czech Other Models and Miniatures

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Fabric, Plastic, Rubber

Large Sculpture of Beetle in Flight
Large Sculpture of Beetle in Flight
H 22.5 in W 42 in L 22.5 in
Rare Lalique Crystal Green Scarab Beetle Paperweight, Circa 1970's
By Lalique
Located in Plainview, NY
A vintage rare Lalique crystal scarab paperweight Circa 1970s in a luster green color with gold finish. The piece is engraved "Lalique France" Dimensions: 1.5" W x 2" D x 0.825" H.
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Late 20th Century French Modern Models and Miniatures

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Crystal

Exceptional Large Beetle University Teaching Model
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Exceptional Large Beetle University Teaching Model Exceptional Large Beetle University Teaching
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Antique 19th Century European Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Michael Powolny Vienna Cherub Stag Beetle Wiener Keramik Vienna Ceramics
By Michael Powolny
Located in Vienna, AT
Most lovely figurine: Cherub situated on stag beetle. Modelled by Michael Powolny (1871-1954
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Ceramics

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Ceramic

Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Beetle Drop Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Enamel 18ct Yellow Gold Scarab Beetle Design Earrings Brand- Tiffany & Co. Model
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Ipsens, Denmark, Vase in Hand Painted Glazed Ceramic with Lizard and Beetle
Located in København, Copenhagen
Ipsens, Denmark. Vase in hand-painted glazed ceramic with lizard and beetle. Approx. 1920. Model
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Vintage 1920s Danish Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Egyptian Lapis Lazuli Scarab Gold Ring, 664-332 B.C
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Egyptian lapis lazuli scarab late period, 664-332 B.C. The beetle naturalistically modeled
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Signet Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Volkswagen Beetle Typ1 Model Car 1945 C.Ca
By La Medusa Oro
Located in VALENZA, IT
20th century Italian sterling silver volkswagen beetle typ1 model car 1945 circa. Volkswagen Beetle
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1990s Italian Other Models and Miniatures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Early Anatomical Model of a Flying Beetle
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a large and impressive cut-away model on the original base. Open it stands 28 inches tall
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20th Century German Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Midcentury Large Early Anatomical Model of a Flying Beetle, Praque, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
This is a large and impressive cut-away model on the original base. Measures: Open it stands 28
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Other

Antique Victorian Beetle Earrings, 9k Gold, Egyptian Revival
Located in NEWARK, GB
earrings have a closed back setting and the legs of the beetle are also modelled in 9kt yellow gold. A
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Dangle Earrings

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Garnet, Rock Crystal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Beetle Earrings, 9k Gold, Egyptian Revival
Located in NEWARK, GB
earrings have a closed back setting and the legs of the beetle are also modelled in 9kt yellow gold. A
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Dangle Earrings

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Garnet, Rock Crystal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Volkswagen Beetle Car Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A lovely vintage 14 karat gold Volkswagen Beetle charm pendant. The charm is nicely modeled into a
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Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

French Art Deco Egyptian Revival Bronze Scarab Box, with Hieroglyphs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
modeled figural scarab beetle. The box's hinged lift top allows for seamless access to its interior
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20th Century French Egyptian Revival Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

2000s Christian Dior “The Beetle” gilded metal necklace with resin medallions
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
chain with yellow resin scarabs and openwork papyrus flowers. “The Beetle” model. Hook and eye clasp
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Early 2000s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

A Gold, Rose Diamond & Labradorite Stag Beetle Brooch
Located in London, GB
A very well made model, the Stag Beetle holding a Pearl "egg". The Brooch is in 18kt Gold with a
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Labradorite, 18k Gold

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Located in Munich, DE
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Beetle Model For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the beetle model you’re looking for. Each beetle model for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, other and paper. Find 7 options for an antique or vintage beetle model now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a beetle model — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A beetle model is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Industrial and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made beetle model over the years, but those crafted by Lorenzo Possenti are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Beetle Model?

A beetle model can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,600, while the lowest priced sells for $2,800 and the highest can go for as much as $8,400.