Contractor Desk Model
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Stainless Steel
20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century Japanese Models and Miniatures
Metal
1720s Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Oil
People Also Browsed
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Models and Miniatures
Aluminum, Foil
Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Taxidermy
Other
20th Century Modern Aviation Objects
Metal
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Leather
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Architectural Models
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Pedestals
Onyx, Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Paperweights
Crystal
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Musical Instruments
Metal
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Aviation Objects
Titanium, Nickel
17th Century Baroque Landscape Paintings
Oil, Canvas
Late 20th Century American Aviation Objects
Plastic, Walnut
Early 20th Century American American Classical Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s German Rococo Dinner Plates
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Steel
Recent Sales
20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Wood
20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Models and Miniatures
Plastic
20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Wood
20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Stainless Steel
20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Paper, Wood
Late 20th Century Japanese Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Wood
20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Wood
1990s Post-Modern Abstract Photography
Plexiglass, Color
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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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