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Models and Miniatures For Sale
Early 19th Century Micromosaic Dog Chasing a Duck, After Gioacchino Barberi
Located in Paris, FR
Large micro-mosaic plate depicting a dog with a red collar chasing a duck beside the Tiber river. After Gioachhino Barberi. The Barberi family was a very ...
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1820s Italian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Cut Glass

Rare Anthropological Diorama of Carib Indigenous by Hendrik Schouten
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Hendrik Samuel Schouten (1785-1840) A unique diorama depicting Carib Indigenous at the river side Wood, paint on paper, twigs and dried moss Measures: H. 51 x W. 69.5 x D. 20 cm Note: This is the only known diorama by Hendrik Schouten. He became a planter and inherited the Jagtlust plantation from his grandfather Samuel Loske. His older brother Gerrit Schouten...
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Early 18th Century Antique Models and Miniatures

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Twig, Wood, Giltwood, Paint, Paper

Rare WWII Italian Prisoner of War Work Model of Italian Cruiser 'Zara'
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Rare WWII Italian Prisoner of war work model of Italian heavy cruiser 'Zara' with finely detailed superstructure and armament in a cedar and pine glazed c...
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1940s English Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood

American Chippendale Rare Miniature Slant Front Desk w/ original Brasses c1780s
Located in Savannah, GA
This rare and important slant top desk is an exceptional example of a miniature piece of furniture. Bearing all the desirable features of a Chippendale, this desk has a dovetailed tw...
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Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Models and Miniatures

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Brass

Edwardian Period Silver Mounted Cane by Henry Pidduck & Sons
By H. Pidduck & Sons
Located in London, GB
Edwardian period silver mounted cane by Henry Pidduck & Sons English, 1909 Height 91cm, diameter 4cm Crafted in 1909 by the English firm Henry Pidduck & Sons, this elegant cane e...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Models and Miniatures

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Metal, Silver

Carved and Painted Model of Hms Emerald, 1811 and ‘Hms Emerald & Hms Amethyst
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A carved and painted model of HMS Emerald, 1811, the frigate finely modelled and painted with a white hull, black plimsole line, yellow topsides and red cannon ports, raised on the original mahogany stand with turned feet and a plaque reading ‘HMSEmerald, 36 Gun Frigate. Launched on the Thames in 1795. A scale model ½”-1’ made for Captain F. L .Maitland, her Commander 1806-1911 together with a painting of H.M.S. Emerald by Nicholas Pocock...
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19th Century British Antique Models and Miniatures

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Paint

Germany 1950 Didactics Medical Anatomy Enlarged Model of a Human Trachea
By Deutsches Hygiene Museum Dresden
Located in Milan, IT
Didactic anatomical enlarged model of a trachea made in the 1950s, made of hand-colored cellon and mounted on a bakelite base. On a label on the base you read Deutsches Hygiene Museu...
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1950s German Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Bakelite

Small 17" Cast Iron Vintage Salesman Sample Chippendale Chair
Located in Waxahachie, TX
This small cast iron armchair is a unique addition to any collection. It stands at 17 inches tall and was used as a salesman's sample. The armchair is made from durable cast iron and...
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20th Century Models and Miniatures

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Iron

Freestanding Vintage Human Skeleton Anatomy Model, Czechoslovakia 1980s
Located in Zohor, SK
A remarkable vintage find, this full-size human skeleton model was originally used in medical education since the 1980s, allowing students to study the details of human anatomy with ...
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1980s Czech Industrial Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Plastic

The Virgin and child with little St-John, after Raphaël (1483-1520)
Located in Paris, FR
Miniature depicting The Virgin and Child with Little Saint John, known as the Virgin with Veil or the Virgin with Blue Tiara (Louvre), after Raphael (1483-1520), signed lower left J....
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1850s French Antique Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Kilgore Authentic Anatomical Preparation Human Skull
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Prepared by legendary medical supply company Kilgore International, this is an advanced anatomical reference human skull! An exceptional authentic vint...
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1950s American Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Bone

Semi-Precious Stone and Silver Model of a Cockerel
Located in London, GB
Semi-precious stone and silver model of a cockerel Continental, 20th Century Height 12cm, width 10cm, depth 10cm This objet d’art is made from a selection of high quality material...
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20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures

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Amethyst, Marble, Silver, Other

Smoky Quartz Crystal Cluster
Located in London, GB
Smoky quartz crystal cluster Continental, 20th Century Height 15cm, width 30cm, depth 21cm Formed by nature, the base of the smoky quartz crystal cluster is of a salmon pink shade...
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20th Century European Models and Miniatures

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Quartz

Victorian Honey Glazed Pottery Boot Pin Cushion
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual and large Victorian, probably Staffordshire, honey glazed pottery boot pin cushion dating from the 19th century. The large boot is well potted c...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Pottery, Velvet

Vintage Spanish Metal Shoe Trees - Circa 1960 - AMD Patented
Located in Barcelona, ES
Unearth a piece of shoemaking history with this pair of vintage metal shoe trees, meticulously crafted in Spain circa 1960 and sealed with AMD's pat...
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15th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Rare Set of 6 Victorian Novelty Sterling Silver Pepper Pots, London, 1882
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1882 by Thomas Johnson II, this very rare set of 6 Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Pepper Pots, are modelled to ...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Decorative Snow Shoes Chalet Prop
Located in London, GB
A pair of vintage unusual snow shoes, with wooden surrounds and sprung string design. France, circa 1930s. Good vintage condition, but for use as a prop only we would suggest. ...
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Mid-20th Century French Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Scottish Fisheries Sterling Silver Plane Model Fokker F27-200 Hallmarked 1987
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1987 by Thomas Buchanan, this handsome, sterling silver model of a plane, is presented on a wooden stand with a vacant cartouche ideal for engraving a presentation inscription. The model measures: 9.5" (24cm) tall, by 13" (33cm) in length, by 15.75" (40cm) across the wings, and weighs 36.7 troy ounces including the base. The vertical stabiliser and rudder of the plane model are engraved with the crest of the Scottish Fisheries Protection Agency, part of the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, and the plane itself is a model of a Fokker F27...
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1980s Scottish Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Carved Black Forest Bear
Located in Suffolk, GB
Unusual well carved antique Victorian Black Forest bear sitting on top of two cut glass table salts. In lovely original condition. Measures: H 7 cm W 10 cm D 4cm Date 1880...
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19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures

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Hardwood

19th Century Miniature Model Cupboard Ash
Located in Münster, DE
Miniature cabinet around 1870 ash, lower part with three drawers, showcase top with small pediment, original glass and fittings Dimensions: height 104 cm - width 50.5 cm - depth...
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1870s German Rustic Antique Models and Miniatures

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Ash

Lignum Vitae Treen Vices Pair of Minature Tree of Life
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
- Collector's specimens - Lignum vitae is sought after for the beauty of its grain, coloring, patina, density and toughness Translated from Latin, vignum vitae means “wood of lif...
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1750s English George II Antique Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Vintage Boho Brass Armadillo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming vintage brass armadillo sculpture is a delightful addition to any eclectic or bohemian-inspired space. Crafted with intricate detaili...
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Late 20th Century Indian Hollywood Regency Models and Miniatures

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Brass

Vintage 15 Car Train Set or Collection
Located in Redding, CT
Vintage 15 Car Train Set or Collection .Great collector gift set of Trains for that Train enthusiast. The set includes two 1950s American Flyer streamline aluminum trains. One engine and one pull car. Some are Lionel Trains...
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1950s Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Tin, Metal, Iron

Set of Two Metal TV Television Tower Scale Design Models, Vienna Austria, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled models of two television tower from Vienna Austria. Hand-spun in metal. A nice architectural sculpture for every living room or desktop. The smaller one measures approximate 7...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Pair of silvered and gilt-metal 'Fleurs des Siècles' flower models by Gorham
Located in London, GB
Pair of silvered and gilt-metal 'Fleurs des Siècles' flower models by Gorham American, c.1975 Height 12cm, width 14cm, depth 10cm These beautiful de...
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1970s American Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Metal, Silver Plate

Labradorite and Silver Bird Model
Located in London, GB
Labradorite and silver bird model Continental, 20th Century Height 10cm, width 11cm, depth 12cm Crafted in the 20th century the stone model depicts a hu...
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20th Century European Other Models and Miniatures

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Stone, Silver, Other

Framed Floral Bouquet Crafted from Gold and Semi-Precious Stones by Tolliday
Located in London, GB
This magnificent study of flowers is wrought from gold and silver, amethyst and other minerals, and natural pearls. The study features sprigs of Holly with mineral berries and gold leaves springing from a green stone crop of rock. Grasses, also wrought from gold, spring from the same crop of rock, and the floor is littered with litter and debris, including an exquisitely produced pinecone. The flowers are set above a brown backing and surrounded by a red mount within a gilt frame. The work is signed ‘William Tolliday...
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Late 20th Century English Models and Miniatures

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Amethyst, Gold, Silver

US Air Force Aluminum Airplane Model Wooden Base, 1970s Italy
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled model of the a US Air Force airplane. made of aluminum with a wooden base. A nice sculpture for every living room or desktop. Use it at as a Pictur...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Didactic Resin Anatomical Model of an Enlarged Jaw, Germany, 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Didactic anatomical model of an enlarged jaw, mounted on a wooden board with hooks for hanging. In evidence the circulatory system, the roots of the teeth, and two caries. Made in ha...
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1950s German Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Resin, Wood

Early 20th Century JW Wilson Salesman Sample Buggy Seat
Located in Dekalb, IL
1890s-1910s; J. W. Wilson's Swing Seat, Manchester, NH. In the late 1800s, drivers of wagons and heavy carriages known as "drays" had a problem, and this wooden salesman sample seat...
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Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

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Steel

1860 Grand Tour Bronze Statue of Place Vendome Column with Napoleon, Marble Base
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for auction this stunning antique circa 1860 Grand Tour bronze statue of Place Vendome Column with Napoleon on top in so...
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1860s Italian Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures

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Bronze

F. Goldscheider - large woman bust Polychrome Terracotta - Art Nouveau signed
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful terracotta bust from the factory of Friedrich Goldscheider from the art nouveau period. Girl with flowers. Polychrome terracotta It represents a female bust with her head t...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures

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Terracotta

Antique Italian Micromosaic Plaque Depicting the Capitoline Doves
Located in London, GB
This Fine, circular micromosaic plaque shows four doves drinking water from a golden bowl, upon which they perch. The Classical design for the mosaic is taken from one found in the Roman Emperor Hadrian's villa in the 2nd century AD. Hadrian's mosaic, which was on the floor as is traditional, was probably based on a design by Sosus of Pergamon, a Greek master artist. Known as the Capitoline Doves...
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Early 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Models and Miniatures

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Glass

Italian Marble Model of the Novicella
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An Italian Carrara marble model of the Navicella. Raised on white marble base, Rome, 19th century.
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19th Century Italian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Marble

Collection of Twenty Metal Dogs of Various Types
Located in London, GB
Collection of twenty metal dogs of various types Continental, circa 1900 Measures: Largest height 6cm, width 16cm, depth 7.5cm Smallest height 4cm, width 7cm, depth 2cm This ch...
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Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures

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Marble, Metal, Bronze

Bicycle Figurine by Designer Marcel Wanders
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
This small bicycle was designed by Marcel Wanders for Randstad Group. Randstad Group is big employment agency. Since 2018 Marcel Wanders designs a bicycl...
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2010s Dutch Modern Models and Miniatures

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Plastic

Antique Set of Viennese Cold Painted Bronze Cats
Located in London, GB
This set of seven antique bronze cats are each posed differently, and are cast using the highly collectible Viennese cold painted bronze technique. ...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Bronze

Model of the Clipper Ship “Flying Cloud”
Located in Norwell, MA
Highest quality model of the American clipper ship "Flying Cloud". Planked deck with expertly executed cabins, hatches, skylights, etc. Hull is copper sheathed below the wa...
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20th Century Models and Miniatures

Lot of Two Indian Terracotta Figures
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Lot of two Indian terracotta figures. Lucknow, India, 19th Century. Painted terracotta figures, depicting a female pottery seller and a male flow...
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19th Century Indian Tribal Antique Models and Miniatures

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Terracotta

Model of Yacht From the Early 20th Century
Located in Opole, PL
Model of Yacht From the Early 20th Century We present you this true-to-life model of a yacht from the Interwar Period. It is in particularly good condition.
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Early 20th Century Dutch Models and Miniatures

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Bentwood

Zebra Stone and Silver Bird Model
Located in London, GB
Zebra stone and silver bird model Height 8cm, width 9cm, depth 7cm Continental, 20th Century Expertly carved from zebra stone, the bird, most likely a wren, is sitting atop a fossi...
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20th Century European Other Models and Miniatures

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Stone, Silver, Other

Big Size French Georgio Armani Glasses Tortoise Shell Case
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer 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...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Glass

Large Quirky Mid-Century Yellow Wooden Artist's Studio Mannequin, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
Beautifully finished artists mannequin from wood, painted in a bright warm yellow, with blue and orange detail. Found in Germany, flexible in all joints but a bit stiff from age doin...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Vintage American Wood & Metal Architectural Birdhouse
Located in New York, NY
A handmade wooden birdhouse made in a 19th century American vernacular style. USA, circa 1950. Age related wear and vintage charm. Dimensions: 24” L x 18” W x 26” H
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1950s American Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver and Porcelain Miniature of Wood Stove
Located in VALENZA, IT
Sterling silver / porcelain wood stove miniature. The main structure was made of sterling silver while the central body is hand painted porcelain. Some pa...
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Late 20th Century Italian Revival Models and Miniatures

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Sterling Silver

White Rustic Glazed Bandini Art Deco Fauns circa 1938 for Zaccagnini
By Urbano Zaccagnini, Mario Bandini
Located in Melbourne, AU
A pair of cherubic fauns, playing music. One sports a cupid's bow in one hand and blows a conch Horn. A quiver of cupid's arrows lies at his feet. The second faun accompanies on a ba...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Terracotta

20th Century Antique Porcelain Doll Heads
Located in Casteren, NL
20th century antique porcelain doll heads, various sizes and ages. 25 items in total. Originates France, dating, circa 1950-1960.
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1950s French Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Porcelain

20th Century Antique Porcelain Doll Heads
20th Century Antique Porcelain Doll Heads
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Betel Motor Brass Model Car, Art Deco Box, Collectible Paint Set, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Lovely Art Deco model car fully made in brass. This charming model car box with many purposes was made in the US during the 1930s. Patent 75086 - This elegant and rare brass model c...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures

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Metal, Brass

Pair of 18th-century Roman-made obelisks in diaspor and portoro
Located in London, GB
This pair of obelisks is an elegant and fine example of decorative art. The pieces combine the use of fine materials such as jasper, portoro marble, and gilded bronze. This pair of o...
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Early 18th Century Antique Models and Miniatures

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Marble, Bronze

Hand Forged Iron Decorative Sailing Ships, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of decorative hand forged iron ships. Good condition. Vintage items form the 1960s. Measures 12"W x 3.5"D x 12"H.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Iron

Farmhouse Toys by Kay Bojesen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A brightly colored and whimsical miniature farm set by the Danish master of whimsey Kay Bojesen. The fifteen individual wooden pieces consist of a farmhouse of laminated beech with removable gray roof, two beds a bench, two tables, barn of laminated beech with red removable gate, the wooden figures of mom, dad, and youngster, livestock being wooden cows...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Beech

Large Hardstone, Quartz, Gold, and Lapis Lazuli Model of an Alpine Flower Bed
Located in London, GB
Large hardstone, quartz, gold, nephrite and lapis lazuli model of an alpine flower bed Continental, 20th Century Measures: Height 7cm, width 37cm, depth 27cm A beautiful objet d'art, this exceptionally fine flower bed model is a 20th century continental precious stone and metal model, made from a host of precious materials and assembled with great poise, skill, and artistry. The quartz base underpinning the miniature garden...
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20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures

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Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Gold

Three-Dimensional Midcentury Anatomical Wall Plaster Sculpture, Germany, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Midcentury three-dimensional anatomical plaster painting, provenance Hygiene Museum Dresden with museum sticker label, Germany 1950s. Please note tha...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Plaster, Wood

Pair of 1930s Tlingit Totems
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Tlingit culture is divided into two moieties, or groups: Eagles and Ravens. These groups, also called clans, are exogamous – which means they marry out to the other group – and are m...
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1930s American Native American Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Cedar

Empire State Building Souvenir Metal Money Box Piggy Bank Vintage, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous vintage metal money bank. Made of copper metal, this collectible bank, in the shape of New York’s Empire State Building, stands 7 5/8” tall. Nice addition to any collection,...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Commesso di Fiori Fiorentino con Cornice Argentata Ovale Montelatici 1920
By Giovani Montelatici
Located in Milano, MI
Cornice da Tavolo argentata con Commesso di Fiori inizi 1900 di forma ovale con un profilo perlinato ed incernierato nella parte destra in modo tale da poter aprire la cornice che presenta due piedi ed una cimasa riccamente decorati da volute finemente incise nei bordi. La cornice di questa placca ovale è realizzata in lamina di ottone di buon spessore ed argentata con una marchio sul retro con le iniziali  MV in campo ovale con figura di un martello al centro. Il commesso è realizzato su lastra di ardesia o lavagna con l’intarsio di una rosa al centro e dei fiorellini di campo. Degne di nota le foglie verdi per le quali sono state scelte pietre dure con sfumature chiaroscurali naturali che danno una bella profondità alla composizione floreale. All’interno dell’antina ovale troviamo una fodera verde stampata in oro con la dicitura G. Montelatici 7 Lung’Arno Corsini Firenze con giglio fiorentino al centro.  Giovanni Montelatici...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures

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Marble, Slate, Brass

Pair of marble and malachite obelisks, 18th century
Located in London, GB
Important pair of marble obelisks, malachite, white marble, old yellow marble, and gilded bronze decorations. They follow the taste of the Grand Tour, when miniatures of Roman remain...
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Late 18th Century Antique Models and Miniatures

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Malachite, Marble, Bronze

19th Century Paint Decorated Childs Wheelbarrow
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Charming And Very Untouched Mid 19th Century Victorian Pine Wheelbarrow, Of Childs Scale, Retaining Attractive Period Green Painted Finish With Gold Line Detailed Decoration, Inclu...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Pine

19th Century Frisian Oak Chip Carved Watch Holder Miniature Grandfathers Clock
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century Frisian oak watch stand in the form of a grandfather's clock. The very fine chip carved geometric designs are a signature of Frisian style...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures

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Oak

Eclectic Collection of Five Continental Dog-Form Inkwells
Located in London, GB
Eclectic collection of five Continental dog-form inkwells Continental, circa 1900 Measures: Largest: Height 12cm, width 30cm, depth 18cm Smallest: Height 10cm, diameter 7.5cm T...
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Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal, Bronze

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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