Vintage Miniature Teacups
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
Mid-20th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls
Ceramic
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Brass
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Porcelain
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Glass
Glass
2010s Italian More Dining and Entertaining
Crystal, Gold, Silver, Bronze
Vintage 1960s Spanish Romantic Sterling Silver
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Bookcases
Spruce
Antique 1610s British Romantic Sterling Silver
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Plexiglass
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Art Glass
20th Century American Books
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Stools
Metal
20th Century Indian Folk Art Jewelry Boxes
Lapis Lazuli, Carrara Marble
Vintage 1970s English Figurative Sculptures
Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Decorative Boxes
Enamel
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities
Bentwood
Recent Sales
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
Vintage Miniature Teacups For Sale on 1stDibs
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.