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Models and Miniatures For Sale
French Large Model of Eric Tabarly's Pen Duick Sailboat in Varnished Wood
Located in Sofia, BG
Very large model of Eric Tabarly's Pen Duick sailboat in varnished wood and textile in very good condition. Lovely piece which could be a great accent in any kind of interior. Franc...
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Mid-20th Century French Models and Miniatures

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Textile, Wood

Collectible set of owls in different materials
Located in Milano, IT
The set consists of objects depicting owls, made of various materials and of various origins, but mainly traceable to the 20th century. The set consists of forty-two pieces, includin...
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20th Century Models and Miniatures

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Stone, Crystal, Marble, Metal, Bronze, Copper

Rare and Collectable Droopy Scooty by Demons & Merveilles Figurine Statue
Located in Sofia, BG
Figurine statue of Droopy riding blue Vespa Scooter by Demons & Merveilles. Made in 2001 in its original box in perfect condition. Limited edition 2792/...
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Early 2000s American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Cockatoo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the charm of this Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Cockatoo, a captivating piece that exudes elegance and historical allure for collectors and interior enthusiasts alike. Craf...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Models and Miniatures

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Ceramic

Diorama Showing Ten Gun Royal Navy Vessel "Entreprenante"
Located in Norwell, MA
Clear water diorama showing the Ten Gun Royal Navy Cutter, Entreprenante Circa 1790. The model is built to a scale of one sixteenth inch equals one foot. The vessel appears to be sai...
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Early 18th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Vintage Model of Danish Mid-Century Corner Chair
Located in New York, NY
Apprentice cabinet makers would make models of furniture as a part of their training. A lovely addition for a collector of miniature chairs and a generally appealing decorative acces...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Teak

Leonardo da Vinci Helicopter Model by Renown Italian Model Maker Giovanni Sacchi
Located in Weesp, NL
Beautiful Leonardo da Vinci helicopter model made by Italy's renown model maker Giovanni Sacchi. This particular model was a gift to Paolo Viti during...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Rope, Olive, Paper

Vintage Looney Toons Bugs Bunny Porcelian Statue Pair Warner Bros by Evan Shaw
Located in Van Nuys, CA
These two vintage ceramic figurines featuring Bugs Bunny, and capture the beloved character's playful personality. Crafted with detailed features and a charming retro design, they ma...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Ceramic

Late 19th Century Victorian Set of Ten Sales Samples Eye Glasses and Pince Nez
Located in Haarlem, NL
Very pretty Victorian set of shop or salesman sample glasses sewn on a cardboard and velvet panel 10 different sizes and models of eye glasses 8 of th...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Brass, Iron

Large Sculpture of Beetle in Flight
Located in Houston, TX
Large sculpture of beetle in flight, this is a large cut-away model (on the original base) of a beetle used for anatomical instruction in a Prague, (circa 1950-1959). Model is hand-crafted from papier-mâché and carved wood. Completely hand-painted and features articulated arms, removable painted cloth...
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1950s Czech Other Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Paper, Fabric, Rubber, Plastic

A Polychrome Ship Model of the Paddle Steam Mount Washington, by Fred Nagel 1988
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A POLYCHROME SHIP MODEL OF THE PADDLE STEAM MOUNT WASHINGTON Model by F. Nagel, 1988 In a stained wood and glass case with plaque inscribed Mount Washington / Alton Bay Paddle Steame...
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Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

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Hardwood

Large Old Vintage School Molecular Model Czech 1970s
Located in Wien, AT
This old atomic model from chemistry class in the 1970s is made of plastic and comes from school in the former Czechoslovakia. Very decorative and in good condition with signs of we...
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Acrylic, Plywood

Carved Wood Sternboard from Captain's Gig On "Terpsichore"
Located in Norwell, MA
Captain's gig sternboard hardwood with rope carved border and brass lettering "Terpsichore Sandefjord" Norway. Great old sternboard from the Captain's gig from the Terpsichore. Circa...
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1850s Norwegian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Brass

Fine Half Model of the Racing Yacht Atlantic
Located in Norwell, MA
This s a highly detailed “half model”, not just a “half hull”. The deck detail is extensive with planked deck, skylights with brass bars, row of turned brass portholes, stubbed masts...
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2010s North American Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Folk Art Early Racing Speedway, Indianapolis Type, Brass and Wood, Automobilia
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Fantastic vintage racing car, the Indianapolis type. Very nice done. Handmade. Perfect for any Automobilia, or Car Mascot - Hood Ornament collector. Very good conditions. Just got a ...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures

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Brass

Antique German Silver Music Box in the Form of a Grand Piano
Located in London, GB
This charming antique silver musical box features a singing bird, which appears from an opening oval. The musical box is exquisitely crafted in the shape of a miniature grand piano, ...
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19th Century German Antique Models and Miniatures

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Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Wager Cup / Marriage Cup Chester 1900 Berthold Muller
Located in London, London
Carrying import marks for Chester in 1900 by Berthold Muller, this charming, Victorian,antique sterling silver wager cup, is modelled as a lady in costume, a...
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Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Sterling Silver

Industrial Vintage Metal Aircraft Jet Plane Model Desk Item Statue, circa 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An Industrial plane model made in the 1980s. This unique object is made of metal and has a chrome finish. A nice Industrial sculpture for displaying them on a cupboard, credenza or d...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Gold and Agate Snuff Box Belonging to Anne, First Duchess of Buccleuch
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
This oval gold snuff box is inscribed with a crest of ‘a stag trippant’ within mantling of upright ostrich plumes tied with a bow, all below a ducal coronet and above a cypher of the entwined initials ‘B.A.B.’ for Anne of Buccleuch. English, circa 1670. Provenance: Anne, 1st Duchess of Buccleuch Anne Scott, 1st Duchess of Buccleuch (1651-1732) was a wealthy Scottish peeress. After her father died when she was a few months old, and her sisters by the time she was 10, she inherited the family’s titles. She was married, at 12 years old, to James, 1st Duke of Monmouth, the eldest illegitimate son of Charles II, then 14. Following the king’s death in February 1685, James spearheaded an anti-Catholic revolt to depose the new king, James II, and claim the throne from his uncle. The brief Monmouth Rebellion ended in defeat and James, by then Duke of Monmouth and Buccleuch, was executed for treason. The Duchess had six children by Monmouth, and a further three by her second husband, Charles, 3rd Baron Cornwallis, whom she married in 1688. She died in 1732 and was succeeded by her grandson, Francis, Earl of Dalkeith. The style of chasing used on this box is very reminiscent of a signed piece in the Gilbert...
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1670s English Antique Models and Miniatures

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Agate, Gold

Silver-Gilt, Pearl and Charoite Lily of the Valley Model in the Style of Fabergé
Located in London, GB
Silver-gilt, pearl and charoite lily of the valley model in the style of Fabergé Continental, 20th Century Height 15cm, diameter 4cm This exquisite floral sculpture embodies the ele...
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20th Century European Models and Miniatures

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Stone, Vermeil, Silver

Rare 18th century Micromosaic Plate
Located in Paris, FR
Rare micromosaic plaque depicting an idyllic Roman landscape. The main subject of this micromosaic is the representation of buildings surrounded by cypresses and trees. Two figures i...
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Late 18th Century French Greco Roman Antique Models and Miniatures

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Cut Glass

Ship Model Caroline, The Royal Yacht Of George II and George III
Located in Norwell, MA
Plank on frame model of the English Royal Yacht "Caroline". All planks are tree-nailed to the hull. Very well rigged with all appropriate standing and running cords. Imported from England...
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1950s English Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Chinese Hardstone Flower Model in a Cloisonné Enamel Pot
Located in London, GB
Chinese hardstone flower model in a cloisonné enamel pot Chinese, 20th Century Height 20cm, width 16cm, depth 9cm Crafted in 20th century C...
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20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures

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Stone, Carnelian, Jade

Builder’s Half Model of the Schooner Yacht Migrant
Located in Norwell, MA
Exquisite builder’s half model of the lawley built three masted Schooner migrant. Designed by Henry Gielow migrant was the largest yacht in the world at the time and was built at a c...
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1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Vintage Kitchen Scale by Rekord Company, Czechoslovakia, Circa 1940s
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful vintage kitchen scale with a set of vintage weights. Trully a great vintage piece but still in working condition. Produced in Czechoslo...
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1940s Czech Bohemian Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Metal, Brass

Vintage Franklin Mint 1974 Pewter People of Colonial America Full Figurine Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Franklin Mint 1974 Pewter "People of Colonial America" Full Figurine Set (13 Figurines) with Paperwork and Individual Cases. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: Wooden Cas...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Other Models and Miniatures

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Pewter

Display Champagne Bottle
By G.H. MUMM 1
Located in Hellerup, DK
Large French vintage fiber glass display model of a G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge champagne bottle for promoting the brand in a wine shop. Super decorative item for the bar or wine cellar.
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1950s French Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Fiberglass

Miniature Chinese Etagere Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
A full size bookcase with this level of workmanship and detail would be an incredible find, but this beautiful piece of furniture—at only eight inches tall—is perfectly constructed d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Qing Models and Miniatures

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Hardwood

Vintage Boho Brass Roosters - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking pair of vintage monumental brass roosters exudes bold Bohemian charm and timeless sophistication. Each rooster is meticulously crafted with intricate details, from thei...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Models and Miniatures

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Brass

Vintage Salesman Sample Tire Vulcanizing Machine
Located in Dekalb, IL
Vintage tire manufacturing and repair machine salesman sample. This piece would have been shopped around to various service stations and garages. Its purpose was to vulcanize tires,...
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Mid-20th Century American Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Minots Ledge Lighthouse Model
Located in Norwell, MA
Minots light lighthouse model set onto a ledge. Exceptional model with all stones shown in the proper scale. The top has railings, boat davits, lanter...
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2010s North American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Stone

Early Victorian Mahogany Candle Riser In The Form Of A Games Table
Located in Essex, MA
With tilt top with checkerboard inlay on a turned support and tripartite base and bun feet.
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1830s English Early Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Mahogany, Maple, Rosewood

Scale Half Model Of Americas Cup Yacht "Puritan"
Located in Norwell, MA
Carved woo half model of the 1885 America's Cup Yacht Puritan. The hull is painted white above the waterline and green below. There is a planked wood. mahogany deck, hatched, skyligh...
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2010s North American Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Antique Silver and Rock Crystal Walking Stick
Located in London, GB
Antique silver and rock crystal walking stick Continental, c. 1900 Height 90.5cm, width 7.5cm, depth 4.5cm This early 20th century walking stick showcases an extraordinary knigh...
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Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures

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Rock Crystal, Metal, Silver

Large Model Tristar Jetplane With A British Airways "Landor" Livery, England
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stunning vintage fibreglass and plastic composite model of a Concorde in full British Airways livery mounted on a tripod stand by Space Models, circa 1990. This 1:36 scale aircraft...
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20th Century British Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Antique Indian Carved Wood Folk Art Walking Stick
Located in London, GB
Antique Indian carved wood folk art walking stick Indian, Late 19th Century Height 82cm, diameter 6cm Handcrafted in late 19th century India, this remarkable folk art walking s...
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Late 19th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Antique Sterling Silver & Leather Miniature Knife Holder Styled Playing Card Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique sterling silver and leather playing card box was made in London, England is 1885 by an unknown maker, in a period Victorian style. The box is styled as a miniature knife...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Sterling Silver

Chinese Hardstone Floral Tree in a Cloisonné Enamel Planter
Located in London, GB
Chinese hardstone floral tree in a cloisonné enamel planter Chinese, 20th Century Height 19cm, width 13cm, depth 11cm This stunning flower model combines several semi-precious hardstones with a petite cloisonné enamel planter. Sitting atop a resin-treated metal trunk are multiple hardstone blooms, with materials including lapis lazuli, rose quartz, and carnelian. Each blossom is centred by a stigma, which comprises yellow beads held together by thread-wrapped wire. The vibrant and pastel shades of the flowers are excellently contrasted by the dark green leaves, which are expertly carved from nephrite. The tree sits within a black cloisonné enamel planter. The pot is decorated with pastel pink flowers surrounded by green leaves, complementing the floral theme of the object. Miniature gold clouds cover the entirety of the pot, which in Chinese culture symbolise oncoming good fortune. Bringing together many precious materials and historic techniques, this beautiful Chinese work...
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20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures

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Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Metal, Enamel

Anatomical Model: the Skeletal Part of a Foot, Germany, 1970’s
Located in Milan, IT
Anatomical model depicting the skeletal part of a foot, made by Somso, Sonenberg. Germany, circa 1970.
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1970s German Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Metal

1934 Americas Cup Yacht Rainbow Half Model
Located in Norwell, MA
Fine carved wood half model of the 1934 Americas Cup Yacht Rainbow. Planked deck with brass fittings. Mahogany skylights with brass bars. Ships whee...
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1930s American Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Antique 20th Century English Wooden Painted Dairy Cow c.1920
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th Century English wooden dairy cow, intricately carved and hand-painted. This delightful piece would have been displayed alongside butter, cream, and cheese in a local dai...
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20th Century British Other Models and Miniatures

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Wood

A Scottish builder’s cased half hull model of a herring drifter
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Scottish builder’s cased half hull model of a herring drifter, the carved yellow pine hull with ebonized box sides and stringing and gilt propeller, plain decks with wooden fittings including anchor davits, cleats, cut away masts with silk swallow tail flags, net trawling gear, coal chute covers...
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20th Century Scottish Models and Miniatures

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Ebony, Pine

A set of four sterling silver crab-form boxes by Buccellati
Located in London, GB
A set of four sterling silver crab-form boxes by Buccellati Italian, 20th Century Height 5cm, width 11cm, depth 7cm Crafted by Mabuti in Milan, Italy, and...
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20th Century Italian Modern Models and Miniatures

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Coral, Silver, Sterling Silver

English Victorian Silver and Ebonised Wood Watch Walking Stick
Located in London, GB
English Victorian silver and ebonised wood watch walking stick English, Late 19th Century Height 92cm, diameter 4cm This late Victorian walking stick...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Silver

Early 20th Century English Bronze Cannon Model
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Early 20th century bronze cannon model, English. A decorative piece in an iron & wood (elm & fruitwood) carriage with possibly the insignia of The Duchy of Brunswick on the cannon. Acquired in the mid-20th century in a Madrid antiques...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Models and Miniatures

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Bronze, Iron

Chinese Hardstone Flower Model in a Cloisonné Enamel Planter
Located in London, GB
Chinese hardstone flower model in a cloisonné enamel planter Chinese, 20th Century Height 20cm, width 12cm, depth 9cm This superb flower mode...
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20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures

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Stone, Agate, Enamel

Bronze Vienes Miniature enamel
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Bronze Vienes miniature living room set Miniature with enamel Origin France Circa 1930 Materials Bronze and enamel in perfect condition Rococo style 7 pi...
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1930s Austrian Rococo Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Bronze, Enamel

Large Mid-Century French Georgio Armani Faux Tortoise Shell Glass Case Factice
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This very large mid-twentieth century French faux tortoise shell glass case factice features a pair of large wire rim glasses. Both the case and glasses are marked Georgio Armani. Th...
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Mid-20th Century French Models and Miniatures

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Wire

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Cat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of whimsical charm to your space with this vintage Italian glazed ceramic cat sculpture, featuring an intricately sculpted feline perched atop a bold yellow pedestal...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Ceramic

Antique Model of Windjammer Louise
Located in Norwell, MA
Charming antique ship model of the Windjammer Louise sailing through clay waves under full sail. Great antique boat model.
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1920s American Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Model of the Steam Yacht "Aphrodite"
Located in Norwell, MA
Cased model of the steam yacht “Aphrodite”. “Aphrodite” was launched in Bath, Maine in 1898, designed by Charles Hanscom. The long trunk cabin carries six ...
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20th Century Models and Miniatures

Victorian Schooner Ship Model in Glass Case
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian ship model of pink and white decorated schooner ship in mahogany trimmed case (LADY OF TORFRIDA, 1888)
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19th Century American Antique Models and Miniatures

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Wood, Paint, Mahogany, Glass

Wooden Hand of an Antique Mannequin, Italy, 18 th Century
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Beautiful sculptured hand of a wooden Mannequin, Italy late 18 th Century mounted on a wooden stand, very fine sculptured and good, old Patina of the wood, very beautiful decorati...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Fruitwood

Vintage Monumental WWII American Wood Light Aircraft Carrier Made by Sailors
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this huge, Vintage WWII American wooden deck light Aircraft carrier, reputedly made by Sailors moored in the Solent...
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20th Century English Campaign Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Napoleonic Prisoner-of-War Guillotine
Located in New Orleans, LA
An incredible and extremely rare artifact of world history, this mutton bone model of a guillotine was created during the Napoleonic wars by a French prisoner of war. Many of the inmates at the prisoner of war camps were skilled artisans long before they were soldiers, and because of the long duration of the conflict and cost of care, their captors encouraged detainees to use their skills to create objects to be sold at civilian open markets. Because of the intricacy of these fascinating objets d'art, very few of these models have survived the test of time. This masterpiece is impeccably detailed with soldiers and cannons lining the platforms. Adding to the rarity of this piece is that it has moving parts, as only a scant few model carvings were ever created with such mechanical accuracy. The soldiers have movable arms, while the guillotine features a movable "blade" for added authenticity. By many accounts, Napoleonic prisoners of war...
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19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures

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Bone

Emile Deyrolle 19th Century Plaster, Wire and Wood Didactic Germination Models
Located in Buffalo, NY
LES FILS D'EMILE DEYROLLE, PARIS. Extremely rare set of four 19th century French painted plaster, wire and wood Didactic models depicting progression, ANATOMIE VEGETALE, beautifully ...
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Late 19th Century French Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures

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Wire

Decorative Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Shoe Model, London, 1896
Located in London, London
Carrying import marks for London in 1896 by Edwin Thompson Bryant, this Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Shoe, features attractive chased decoration. The shoe model measures 3.75"(...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Sterling Silver

Miniature Ship Model of the Sailing Ketch Irene
Located in Norwell, MA
Fine model of the one hundred foot Ketch Irene of Bridgewater 1907. This vessel is still afloat. The model shows great detail from bow to stern. Rigged with a full suit of sails. Set...
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Early 1900s North American Antique Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Miniature Table Top Drawered Chest Circa 1920
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A beautifully made fully functional miniature chest of drawers. This three-drawer chest of mahogany with inlaid panels of satinwood and pencil inlay. Only 11 inches tall, this chest ...
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1920s European Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Brass

Cased Model Of A Cheoy Lee Offshore 47 Ketch
Located in Norwell, MA
Hull built from the solid, painted with a blue bottom, dark blue waterline and white topsides, and fitted with a keel and rudder. Detailed with planked decks, cabin top, ventilators, cleats, hand rails, deck railings...
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Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures

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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.

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