Models and Miniatures
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Dutch Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1950s Dutch Baroque Vintage Models and Miniatures
Walnut
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Silver
1990s European Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Models and Miniatures
Bone, Padouk
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
1880s English Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century English Sporting Art Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Brass, Copper, Steel
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Models and Miniatures
Zitan
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Other Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Models and Miniatures
Beech
Late 19th Century German Antique Models and Miniatures
Plaster
Late 19th Century German Machine Age Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
19th Century Chinese Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1970s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Late 19th Century American High Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Paper
1930s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Earthenware
Late 19th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
20th Century Afghan Models and Miniatures
Lapis Lazuli
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century Russian Antique Models and Miniatures
Other
Early 2000s American Models and Miniatures
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century American American Colonial Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Models and Miniatures
Earthenware, Pottery
18th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Paint
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
1920s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel
Early 2000s American Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Steel
Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
1780s English Other Antique Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood, Paper
Late 20th Century German Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century English Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Glass
Late 19th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century German Antique Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Bamboo
Late 19th Century Turkish Other Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century Dutch Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Agate, Jade, Metal, Enamel
Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Models and Miniatures
Shell, Wood
Late 17th Century German Baroque Antique Models and Miniatures
Copper
19th Century Italian Gothic Antique Models and Miniatures
Carrara Marble
Late 20th Century Indian Models and Miniatures
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1980s Italian Other Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum, Copper, Zinc
Early 19th Century French Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
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.