Models and Miniatures
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
Mid-19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble, Brass
1850s French Napoleon III Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Enamel
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Metal, Enamel
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Metal
2010s Italian Organic Modern Models and Miniatures
Gold
Early 2000s Italian Minimalist Models and Miniatures
Gold
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic, Plywood
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal, Iron
1960s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Paper
Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Wood, Glass
Early 20th Century German Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Models and Miniatures
Steel
20th Century German Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
Early 2000s British Models and Miniatures
Porcelain, Paint
Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Onyx, Marble
1670s English Antique Models and Miniatures
Agate, Gold
Late 20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Ceramic, Paint
19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Paper, Plaster
Late 17th Century American Federal Antique Models and Miniatures
Gold
Early 20th Century British Victorian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Textile, Wood
Early 18th Century French Louis XIII Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Lacquer, Mahogany
Early 2000s Italian Organic Modern Models and Miniatures
Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s English Vintage Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil, Enamel
Early 2000s American Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Early 20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Early 18th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 18th Century French Greco Roman Antique Models and Miniatures
Cut Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Models and Miniatures
Lucite
Mid-18th Century German Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Stone, Agate, Quartz, Metal, Enamel
1970s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Softwood
Early 1900s European Antique Models and Miniatures
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Wire
19th Century German Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
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.