Models and Miniatures





1740s Dutch Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Models and Miniatures
Satinwood
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1950s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster
Early 20th Century French Louis Philippe Models and Miniatures
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Streamlined Moderne Models and Miniatures
Plaster
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
2010s Central Asian Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
2010s American Models and Miniatures
Multi-gemstone, Quartz
2010s American Models and Miniatures
Quartz, Multi-gemstone
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Revival Models and Miniatures
Satinwood, Tulipwood, Paint
19th Century Danish Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures
Plaster
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Tin
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1990s Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures
Wood, Plaster
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 19th Century German William IV Antique Models and Miniatures
Amboyna, Porcelain, Wood
20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century English French Provincial Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak, Walnut
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1940s French Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Concrete
Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Beech, Maple
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1870s English Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
20th Century Austrian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1810s English Regency Antique Models and Miniatures
Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
1930s English Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Models and Miniatures
Lead
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal
1960s Japonisme Vintage Models and Miniatures
Paper
1990s European Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Baroque Revival Models and Miniatures
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
1940s French Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Concrete
19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century French Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Maple, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary British Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
2010s American Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Steel
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.