Vintage Artisan Christmas Miniature Diorama Roombox
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage artisan made Christmas miniature diorama room box with miniature Christmas tree in a room
Vintage 1950s American American Classical Toys and Dolls
Acrylic, Wood
Vintage Artisan Christmas Miniature Diorama Roombox
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage artisan made Christmas miniature diorama room box with miniature Christmas tree in a room
Acrylic, Wood
Artisan Halloween Miniature Diorama in Glass Dome
Located in Boca Raton, FL
One of a kind artisan made original miniature Halloween diorama. Enclosed in a glass dome.
Resin
Graves Lighthouse Diorama
Located in Norwell, MA
Remarkable diorama showing graves light in Boston Harbor. This is expertly crafted with proper
Stone
Windjammer Ship Model Diorama
Located in Norwell, MA
Cased diorama of a three masthead clipper ship. Fully rigged with fifteen spars on the three masts
Wood
Maritime Diorama of Schooner Yacht Atlantic
Located in Norwell, MA
Outstanding deep water diorama by noted ship model builder William Hitchcock. Titled "Breezing up
Wood
Early 20th century clockwork Automaton Diorama
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century clockwork Automaton Diorama A truly wonderful example of an early 20th Century
Wood
Early 20th C. Copper dinosaur diorama
Located in Hudson, NY
Hand made. Hammered copper Amazing. Almost sci-fi. I have never seen anything like this before. Possible ex museum collection. Two plaques on the front and back that would have held...
Copper
Maritime Diorama "Working the Beds" by Hitchcock
Located in Norwell, MA
Oyster dredging diorama titled "Working the Beds" by William Hitchcock. Oystermen are seen piloting
Wood
19th Century Diorama of Sailing Ship ‘Eleanor’
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century diorama of the sailing ship ‘Eleanor’ in original glazed case. Painted antique
Glass, Wood
Nautical diorama of CARLYLE COVE in Maine
Located in Norwell, MA
Nautical diorama titles "Carlisle Cove", yachting and lobstering in New England Circa 1921. 1/8th
Wood
Lobster Boat Diorama Titled "Hauling the Catch"
Located in Norwell, MA
Maritime Diorama showing a "Downeast" lobster boat from Maine plying her trade near a bell buoy
Wood
Cased Diorama of a Sloop Passing a Lighthouse
Located in Norwell, MA
Diorama of a lighthouse on a point of land with a gaff rigged sloop passing by with two onboard
Wood
Diorama Showing Ten Gun Royal Navy Vessel "Entreprenante"
Located in Norwell, MA
Clear water diorama showing the Ten Gun Royal Navy Cutter, Entreprenante Circa 1790. The model is
Wood
$41,222
H 61.82 in W 50.6 in D 23.63 in
Large Handcarved Nautical Diorama from the Romanoff Caviar Co.
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An exceptional early 20th century handcarved nautical diorama framed with glass above an associated
Carrara Marble
$53,422
H 20.08 in W 27.37 in D 7.88 in
Rare Anthropological Diorama of Carib Indigenous by Hendrik Schouten
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Hendrik Samuel Schouten (1785-1840) A unique diorama depicting Carib Indigenous at the river
Twig, Wood, Giltwood, Paint, Paper
$540
H 8.47 in W 10.63 in D 7.88 in
Italian mid-century modern diorama box with religious celebration scene, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern diorama box with religious celebration scene, 1950s Cubic diorama box
Metal
Early 20th Century Model Ship Diorama Within a Bottle, circa 1920
Located in Central England, GB
A Most Interesting Early 20th Century Model Ship Diorama within Bottle. This very well modelled
Wood, Glass
Vintage Miniature Christmas Roombox Diorama
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage artisan handmade miniature Christmas Roombox diorama. Great unique Holiday decor and
Wood
$1,080
H 13.78 in W 21.66 in D 7.09 in
Mid 20th Century Diorama Doll House - Christmas Living Room Scene
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A cute vintage dollhouse diorama. It's a miniature dollhouse, a living room festively decorated for
Wood, Plywood
Unavailable
H 11 in W 69.63 in D 50 in
Motion Picture Film Studio Diorama, 1930s Hollywood in Miniature
By Joe Pellkofer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Miniature Diorama was created to represent the industry standard in the 1930s and 1940s and resembles
Wood, Paint
Miniature Interior Diorama by Helen Bruce
By Helen Bruce
Located in Long Island City, NY
en Miniature" and signed H. Bruce, fecit, circa 1950. Helen Bruce, b. 1880, was an Antique
Fabric
Miniature Interior Diorama by Helen Bruce
By Helen Bruce
Located in Long Island City, NY
antique dolls and antique miniature, dollhouse accessories, from which she created these dioramas
Fabric
Rare and Charming Georgian Mahogany Miniature Hot House Diorama
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare and unusual late Georgian mahogany and glass hot house diorama, the elaborate planted floral
Mahogany
Sold
H 11.25 in W 13.75 in D 7.75 in
Miniature "Christmas Morning" Diorama by Narcissa Ward c.1933-1942
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A highly detailed diorama titled "Christmas Morning" featuring a French living room scene
Glass, Wood
19th Century Diorama
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 19th c. ship diorama used as decorative art.
Wood
Wood Model Sailboat Diorama
Located in East Hampton, NY
Diorama with wood model sailboat with primitive painted backdrop.
Wood, Glass
European Sailing Ship Diorama
Located in Norwell, MA
Nineteenth century model of the merchant Brig Alice with painted gunports, figurehead, quarter galleries, etc.. The inside of the shadow box is painted with a European castle, other ...
Wood
Naval Diorama Titled "England Expects!!"
Located in Norwell, MA
Maritime Diorama displaying a naval battle underway onboard an English ship of the line. Showing
Wood
House & Garden Diorama, England circa 1880
Located in Culver City, CA
House & Garden Diorama England circa 1880 Large scale cased diorama of a country house and garden
Glass, Wood
Vintage Coastal Patinated Sailing Ships Diorama
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An extraordinary vintage Coastal Hand Made Diorama. A striking collection of period sailboats on
Glass, Wood, Paint
Nautical Diorama of the Schooner Cavalier
Located in Norwell, MA
Detailed diorama of the Gloucester fishing schooner "Cavalier" of 1904, set at its waterline
Wood
Fine Diorama of the Windjammer Sarah
Located in Norwell, MA
Highly detailed model including a two masted brig along with a lanteen rigged vessel. Finely rigged. Outsanding sails. Encased. Dimensions: 21" L x 10" W x 13.5" H.
Ship Model Diorama of a Full Rigged Warship
Located in Norwell, MA
Nautical diorama of a square rigged warship under full sail. Set at its waterline in a calm sea
Wood
Maritime Diorama Fast and Able by E Hitchcock
Located in Norwell, MA
Fabulous nautical diorama showing two Gloucester fishing schooners racing under full sail with
Wood
On The Ways Tugboat Diorama by Arthur Clark 8282
Located in Norwell, MA
Maritime Diorama of the American tugboat Somers N Smith of Rockland Maine. This Boatyard scene
Wood
Large Scratch-Built Model Diorama of the “Sailor Prince”
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An exceptional piece of maritime artistry, this handcrafted diorama model of the “Sailor Prince
Glass, Wood
Impressively Large Antique Diorama or Shadow Box of Sailing Vessel
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A very large impressive diorama or shadow box work of art with detailed sailing vessel.
Glass, Wood
Diorama in a Bottle, Depicting a 3-Masted Ship, 1920s
Located in Milan, IT
Diorama in a bottle, depicting a 3-masted ship and in the background a lighthouse, numerous
Glass, Wood
Vintage Civil War Camp Fire Diorama Framed Shadow Box Museum Deaccession
Located in Vero Beach, FL
night. The recreated snow scene, a miniature, is very realistic and of the highest quality. Two hand
Glass, Wood
Sold
H 14.18 in W 21.26 in D 11.82 in
19th Century Victorian Scale Model Gothic Stone House with Glass Diorama C 1860
Located in Central England, GB
Victorian Scale Model Gothic Stone House with Glass Diorama C 1860 This brilliantly constructed
Wood
Sold
H 24 in W 32.75 in D 9.25 in
Stuffed British Pheasants in Glass and Wooden Display Case from the 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
. These British pheasants, in a miniature diorama would make for an uncommon decorative item in most homes
Glass, Wood
Vintage Lucite Diorama or Sculpture of a Miniature Fox Orchestra
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage sculpture or diorama with an orchestra of miniature foxes dressed in formal wear playing
Lucite, Textile
Small Nantucket Keepsake by Tony Sarg
By Tony Sarg
Located in Nantucket, MA
Lift top box with miniature ship diorama lid The box is painted a dark maroon with “Nantucket
Pine
Ship Wheel Miniature Ship Diorama
Located in Downingtown, PA
Miniature ship diorama, the Frame in the form of a ship's wheel, Early 20th century. The
Wood
Gilt Tole Diorama with Period Interior
Located in Riverdale, NY
Gilt tole wall diorama with finely detailed period interior. Chairs, mantel, floor and decorations
Metal
Vintage Spinning Mill Occupational Diorama c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A forced perspective, hand painted spinning mill diorama constructed primarily from plywood
Glass, Wood, Plywood
Deep Water Diorama of the Galapagos Expedition
Located in Norwell, MA
Fabulous maritime diorama with engraved nameplate "Galapagos Expedition H.M.S. Beagle and Charles
Wood
French Early 20th Century Naive Ship / Boat Diorama
Located in Buisson, FR
Early 20th century diorama of a three masted ship in full sail in a choppy sea of white-capped
Wood
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H 25.25 in W 29.5 in D 3 in
Nautical Diorama with Three-Masted Ship Model on Stormy Sea, circa 1890
Located in Atlanta, GA
This late 19th century nautical diorama features a three-masted sailboat model under full sail on a
Canvas, Wood, Paper
Miniature Antler Furniture Diorama, Austria, circa 1850
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Showcase of a Biedermeier desk with candleholders, clock, etc. very fine hand-carved, made of horn.
Glass, Horn
Chinese San You Miniature Architectural Diorama Carved Cork Scene
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage 1940s Chinese San You Diorama hand carved cork miniature architectural scene in glass case
Cork
French Tin Toy Kitchen Diorama
Located in Baltimore, MD
A painted tin diorama/toy French kitchen wth various accessories
Tin
Vintage French Plexiglass Sea Life Diorama
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Plexiglass Sea Life Diorama
Plexiglass
19th Century American Sailing Ships Diorama
Located in New York City, NY
A detailed diorama of ships sailing at sea from the 19th century.
Painted and Lithographed Mini-Kitchen Diorama
Located in Baltimore, MD
A 19thC German painted and lithographed paper kitchen diorama with an assortment of furnishings
Metal
Whimisical Mid-Century Farm Diorama with Moving Parts
By George Glasser
Located in New Rochelle, NY
diorama, a car moving, a buzz saw, chickens pecking, cow peeking in and out of the barn... just amazing
Metal
Sold
H 12.5 in W 15.5 in D 6.5 in
1930's Diorama of Fort Dearborn Chicago Illinois Century of Progress
Located in Chicago, IL
Here is a cased diorama of the Fort Dearborn, which was located beside the Chicago River, and was
Miniature Interior Diorama by Helen Bruce
By Helen Bruce
Located in Long Island City, NY
antique miniature, dollhouse accessories, from which she created these dioramas depicting 19th century
Fabric
Sold
H 13.63 in W 19.25 in D 7 in
Antique Diorama of American Farm Scene with Cow, Farmhouse and Trees
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Wonderful lighted diorama of American countryside scene in excellent condition. The glass panel
Wood
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$30,000
H 11.5 in W 19.5 in D 11 in
Retired Whaling Captain's Study, Nantucket, Miniature Room by Eugene Kupjack
By Eugene J. Kupjack
Located in Chicago, IL
This highly detailed Miniature Room of a Retired Whaling Captain's Study in Nantucket is an excellent example of the true talent of Eugene Kupjack. Tiny scrimshaw and knick-knacks fi...
Mixed Media
$288Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 4.14 in W 2.56 in D 4.14 in
Set of 6 Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...
Murano Glass
$7,794
H 57 in W 56 in D 16 in
Steam Yacht "Corsair" of 1930, Ship Model in Wood Display Case with Table
Located in Norwell, MA
Steam yacht model of J.P. Morgan's "Corsair IV" mounted into a custom glass and mahogany display case with table. This model is outfitted with raised paneled mahogany cab...
Brass
19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed
Located in Marbella, ES
This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...
Gold Leaf
Fabergé Style Bejewelled and Enamelled Gold Egg by Asprey
By Asprey International Limited, Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
This exceptional, 18 carat gold Easter egg was crafted by the famous London-based royal jewellers, Asprey & Co. The piece was then retailed by Garrard & Co, who once worked i...
Gold
Painted Wood Relief Model of a Three-Mast Ship, 20th Century
Located in Buchanan, MI
A painted wood relief model of a three-mast ship 20th century With a plaque reading Oriol 1884, in a shadowbox frame. Measures: 26 1/2 x 13 1/2 inches (framed). We also have numerou...
Canvas
Religious Chalkware Diorama
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amazing religious chalkware wall hanging found in a Catholic church in Philadelphia. The pictures describe it all. Wonderful detail and dimension.
Plaster
$6,628
H 28 in W 36 in D 9 in
Early 20th Century English folk art scratch-built ship model of S.V Liverpool
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century English folk art scratch-built ship model of S.V Liverpool One of the best examples we have uncovered, an early 20th Century example of an English folk art scrat...
Metal
Early 20th Century English Folk Art Shell Work Diorama Scene
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century English Folk Art Shell Work Diorama Scene A unique example of an early 20th Century English folk art shell work diorama. Encased in a pine and wallpaper cove...
Pine
Victorian Religious Antique Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large religious antique stained glass window with its original carved sandstone window frame. Reclaimed from a church in Upton, Wirral. Though unsigned, the window has been attri...
Stained Glass
$154,565
H 127.56 in W 208.67 in D 144.49 in
Art Nouveau paneling in Walnut with a wood Fireplace with Ceramic
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This exceptional Art Nouveau style pine and burr paneled room is beautifully carved and decorated with blue-green ceramics. Panels with elegant curved and sober lines are covering th...
Ceramic, Wood, Walnut
Early 19th Century Wooden and Paper Model of York Minster
Located in London, GB
An early 19th century wooden and paper model of York Minster. Housed within its original mahogany and glass case on stand, English, circa 1835.
Glass, Wood, Paper
$804
H 10.04 in W 11.42 in D 3.15 in
Matera, Italy - Mixed Media (Diorama) - 2019
By Michele Cascarano
Located in Roma, IT
Matera is a mixed media artwork realized in 2019 by Michele Cascarano. This unique specimen artwork is realized with different artistic techniques (collage, watercolor, china ink o...
Mixed Media
Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior.
Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.
The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.
Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.
Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.
Produced in 1843, the well-preserved volume is evidence of the author's exacting specifications.
New or old, the coverlets add old-time charm to any space.
Get into the games! These items celebrate the events, athletes, host countries and sporting spirit.
French trendsetter and serial collector Daniel Rozensztroch tells us about his obsession with objects related to seafaring men.
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
The sought-after designer worked with the team at Hoffman Creative to produce a monograph that beautifully showcases some of Studio Shamshiri's most inspiring projects.
Italian writer and collector Umberto Pasti opens the doors to his remarkable cave of wonders in North Africa.
Hollywood A-listers, ex-pat aristocrats and art collectors and style setters of all stripes appreciate the allure of the coastal California hamlet — much on our minds after recent winter floods.