Models and Miniatures
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Models and Miniatures
Aluminum, Foil
21st Century and Contemporary British Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1910s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Models and Miniatures
Quartz
Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak
1950s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster
19th Century French Rustic Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Leather, Beech, Maple
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal, Chrome
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
1980s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Beech
1920s German American Classical Vintage Models and Miniatures
Canvas, Paper
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1890s Austrian Arts and Crafts Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal, Steel
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century British Rustic Models and Miniatures
Brass
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures
Brass, Iron
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Silver
Late 19th Century German Renaissance Revival Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
1970s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Other
Early 1900s European Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1860s German Louis XVI Antique Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century American American Classical Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
Mid-19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble, Brass
1920s Japanese Meiji Vintage Models and Miniatures
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Travertine
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
2010s Central Asian Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Iron
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Plywood
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Iron, Bronze
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood, Paper
1950s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut, Mahogany
1940s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Models and Miniatures
Elm
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
1940s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Silk
1960s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s American Industrial Vintage Models and Miniatures
Iron
1950s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1960s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
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.