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Italian Grand Tour Model of a Roman Oil Lamp
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A decorative Italian Grand Tour model of a Roman oil lamp, circa 1835,in the manner of Benedetto Boschetti (1820-1870). Once a Grand Tour souvenir acquired by an adventurer explorin...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures

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Marble

Carved Wood Model of a Locomotive in Black Lacquered and Glass Case
Located in New York, NY
Carved Wood Model of a Locomotive showcased in a glazed and painted wood case. This intricately crafted piece captures the essence of a locomotive with stunning attention to detail. ...
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Models and Miniatures

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Glass, Wood

Victorian Miniature Mahogany Centre Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An attractive late 19th century mahogany Miniature centre table having oblong top Raised on elegant turned legs (Almost certainly made by an apprentice to try and showcase his...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Mahogany

Antique Mens English Leather Riding Boots With Chestnut Wood Inserts
Located in Pasadena, CA
Step into history with these Antique Men's English Leather Riding Boots, a stunning relic of classic equestrian craftsmanship. Made from premium aged leather, these boots showcase th...
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Early 20th Century British Models and Miniatures

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Leather

Set of twelve silver-plated bronze Queen hand bells by Gorham
Located in London, GB
Set of twelve silver-plated bronze Queen hand bells by Gorham American, Late 20th Century Height 13cm, diameter 6cm A set of six pairs, each depicting significant royal figures from...
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20th Century American Modern Models and Miniatures

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Silver Plate, Bronze

American Clipper Ship Model in Case
Located in Norwell, MA
Ship model of the "White Cloud" of Boston. Scribed deck with hatches, cabins, pump, capstan, etc. with glass case 25"H x 12"W x 30"D 27 lbs.
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Early 2000s Models and Miniatures

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Wood

The Statue of Liberty's Torch from the collection of Thierry Despont
Located in New York, NY
Thierry Despont (1948 - 2023) was best-known for his architectural practice—for his his notable private clients like Bill Gates and Calvin Klein, and for is integral role in the re-i...
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1980s American Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Plastic, Plaster

Antique Metal Chinese Medicine Scale and Weight with Zitan Case, 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
Antique Metal Chinese Medicine Scale and Weight with Zitan Case, 19th Century Provenance: Private Victoria Collection Acquired in China in 1950s. Dimension: Length: 23cm Width: 5.5...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Lamborghini Countach model car in clear crystal, decorative piece, made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Lamborghini is well known for its bold, high-performance supercars. During the 1980s the flagship model, called the Countach, received an extensive body treatment that turned the ori...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Crystal

Classic Antique Yacht Model
Located in Norwell, MA
Antique model of the cabin cruiser “Waco”. Planked hull and deck. Great cabin work with portholes, flag, helm, benches, etc. Classic yacht model with great character. Big and beautif...
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1940s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Ferrari Freccia Rossa Speed Motorboat
Located in Roma, IT
Ferrari Freccia Rossa speed motorboat is a very rare vintage decorative object handcrafted in mahogany wood, metal and leather finishes. Scale model of the exclusive Ferrari F430-...
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Late 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Monumental Giallo Siena marble model of the Temple of Vespasian
Located in London, GB
Massive Siena yellow marble model of the Temple of Vespasian 64-79 AD Giant grand tour souvenir. Rome early-to-mid-19th Century. Dimensions: H: 37.4''/95 cm, W: 20.1''/51 cm, D:...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Models and Miniatures

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Siena Marble

Pair of Victorian Porcelain Staffordshire Figures
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Victorian style (19th/20th Cent) large porcelain Staffordshire porcelain figures of orange and white seated spaniels holding baskets of flowers in their mouths with g...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Porcelain

Superb Model Steam Engine
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine example of a mid 19th century model steam engine with boiler and a circular saw.
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19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures

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

American Naval Two Masted Clipper Ship Brig Model Under Glass, US Perry 20th C.
Located in Charleston, SC
American Naval two masted clipper ship brig model mounted on stand under a glass case. The US Perry was a brig commissioned by the United States Navy October 1843 prior to the American Civil War...
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20th Century American American Empire Models and Miniatures

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Glass, Mahogany, Pine, Paint

Lobster Boat Diorama Titled "Hauling the Catch"
Located in Norwell, MA
Maritime Diorama showing a "Downeast" lobster boat from Maine plying her trade near a bell buoy marker. Hull is of solid wood with a built up coach house and cabin, mounted into a gl...
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Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Set of 12 Art Deco Silver-Plated Knife Rests in the Manner of Christofle
Located in London, GB
Set of 12 Art Deco Silver-plated knife rests in the manner of Christofle French, 20th Century Fish (eg.): 3cm x 10cm wide x 2.5cm depth. This charming set consists of twelve Art...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures

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Silver Plate

Douglas Aircraft USAF "Skybolt" Missile Contractor's Desk Model
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and extremely rare Douglas Aircraft USAF "Skybolt" missile contractor's desk model, circa 1950s. The piece is in good condition with some nicks and chips (please see pict...
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Mid-20th Century American Models and Miniatures

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Stainless Steel

19th Century Meissen Porcelain: Empress Catherine ii of Russia's Favorite Dog
Located in New York, NY
A 19th century Meissen Porcelain Model Of Empress Catherine II Of Russia's Favorite Dog (Russisches Windspiel). This delightful 19th-century Meissen porcelain model depicts Empress C...
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1860s German Louis XVI Antique Models and Miniatures

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Porcelain

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

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

Hand-Painted Metal Store Window Advertising Horse Drawn Carriage
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Hand-painted metal and wood horses pulling an ornate carriage. Was used as an advertising window prop or just as a toy.
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20th Century Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Giuseppe Armani Lady Porcelain Figurine
Located in Plainview, NY
A beautiful and elegant porcelain figurine named " Florence " signed and stamped by the maker Giuseppe Armani. This beautiful is one of the rare authen...
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1980s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Porcelain

Portrait of Madam Vigée-Lebrun and her daughter after Elisabeth Vigée-Lebrun
Located in Paris, FR
Miniature portrait of Madame Vigée-Lebrun and her daughter after Elisabeth Vigée-Lebrun (1755-1842). Signed "Joséphine Rozier", titled lower right and dated 1856. Gilded stucco and w...
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1850s French Antique Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Miniature Louis XVI Style Fauteuil
Located in Atlanta, GA
20th century antique reproduction miniature fauteuil made in the French Louis XVI style. The armchair has an oval back carved with ribbon detail and a bowknot at the crest. The arms ...
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Late 20th Century Louis XVI Models and Miniatures

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Satin, Wood

Victorian Sterling Silver Deer and Stag Table Ornament
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique pair of Victorian English cast sterling silver deer and stag models on a plinth; an addition to our animal related silverware collection. These fine antique Victorian cast sterling silver table ornament...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Silver, Sterling Silver

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

Modern Paste Gem Inset Wooden Cane
Located in London, GB
Modern paste gem inset wooden cane Continental, 20th Century Height 92cm, diameter 3.5cm This stylish walking stick, crafted in the 20th century, exudes the refined and minimalist...
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20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Antique Miniature Four Drawer Tall Boy Dresser with Turned Knobs & Brass Locks
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This minature table top sized chest of drawers is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from the United States and date to approximately 1880 and done in a Colonial style. This n...
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Late 19th Century American Colonial Revival Antique Models and Miniatures

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Brass

Louis XIII Walnut Miniature Armchair
Located in Essex, MA
With fine needlepoint upholstery and a nicely carved frame.
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Early 18th Century French Louis XIII Antique Models and Miniatures

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Walnut

Set of Eight Italian Silver Crab-Form Boxes by Buccellati
Located in London, GB
These charming silver boxes, which could have been made as salt and pepper or pill pots, are each crafted to resemble a small crab. Crafted with great precision and superbly realisti...
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20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures

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Sterling Silver

Lladró Winged Beauty Woman Sculpture by Francisco Polope. Limited Edition.
Located in New York City, NY
Limited edition, gloss finish porcelain sculpture of a woman with beautiful white wings, embellished with blue and white enamel. Half woman, half goddess, the protagonist of this pie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures

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Porcelain

Architect's Half Model of Wrigley Yacht Wasp
Located in Norwell, MA
Period builders model of the motor yacht "Wasp". Superb example of the model makers art. We present this model of the Wrigley Family Yacht "Wasp". Wasp was a forty size foot motor cruiser built by Great lakes Boat...
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1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Miniature with female subject, watercolor on ivory, Italy 1830.
Located in Milan, IT
Miniature with female subject, watercolor on ivory. The frame, in waxed fruit wood, is square in shape with a circle inside. The circle is bordered by a gilt brass decoration which f...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Brass

Lugger Lifeboat Model by Twyman for the International Exhibition, London, 1862
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Lugger lifeboat model by Twyman for the International Exhibition, London 1862. The planked and pinned hull of this lifeboat has a lead keel, bilge keels, a wooden rudder with a yoke, gesso-coated canvas wales and a grab line. It is fitted internally with a forward compartment enclosing a stove and glazed deck lights, seats, covered hatches with copper strapping, a bilge pump with a handle, mast securing points, a metal anchor with a buoy and other details, together with a quantity of furled masts and rigging, a silk flag, and other accessories. The bow has ‘Sunbeam/Friend of all Nations’ and the stern has ‘Ramsgate’, painted in gold on a black ground. English, 1862. Provenance: H. Twyman (designer/modeller) thence by descent Exhibited: International Exhibition, London 1862, Vol. 2, object no. 2760 The 1862 International Exhibition in London hosted a fine array of exhibits from 28,000 exhibitors, and enjoyed a footfall of 6.1 million (about the same as that of the 1851 Great Exhibition...
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1860s English Antique Models and Miniatures

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Glass, Wood

George III Mahogany Childs Armchair
Located in Essex, MA
With serpentine crestrail over a pierced ribbon back, drop in seat and straight square legs.
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Models and Miniatures

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Mahogany

1930s Elastolin Farm / Yard. 65 pc. O&M Hausser.. Antique toy, made in Germany
By Elastoform
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare 1930s Elastolin Farm / Yard. over 65 pc. O&M Hausser.. Antique toys, made in Germany,,Over 50 year collection. Amazing Early Elastolin Farm compri...
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1930s German Country Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Composition

Lead Pidgin, 18th Century Swedish
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare lead pidgin that was used as a counterweight when hanging chandeliers. The pidgin was above the chandelier or lantern towards the roof. When candles were to be changed you pul...
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18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Lead

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

Cast Iron Hand Water Pump
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Hand Water Pump. It depicts a cast iron hand water pump that was originally painted blue and it is hallmarked at the top Sicvumi or Sicvuni.
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20th Century Unknown Machine Age Models and Miniatures

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Iron

Large Row Boat or Dinghy Model
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage row boat model hand crafted in mahogany with ambitious accuracy. Painted white with green trim and presented in a custom handcrafted stand.
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20th Century American Adirondack Models and Miniatures

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Mahogany

Circa 1900 Pair of Northwest Coast Totems
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Matching pair of Northwest Coast carved model totem poles. Polychrome decorated with carved humanoid and bird figures. Each twice signed "Betty Sanners" back and bottom. Provenance Hudson Bay Fur Company, Seattle, Washington. 29"H Period: Early 20th century Origin: Northwest Coast Size: 29" base 4 1/2 x 3 1/2 Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Native American carvings & totems native American Indian native American totem poles n.
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Early 1900s American Native American Antique Models and Miniatures

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Cedar

Early 20th Century Desk Globe
Located in Firenze, FI
Beautiful physical and political terrestrial table globe on bronze base and plaster sphere with double rotary movement. Designed by Prof. Guido Cora for G.B.Paravia Editori in the fi...
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Early 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures

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Bronze

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

Bronze Figure of Game Birds
Located in Brea, CA
Late 19th-early 20th century, the birds on a breakfront base. Measures: 11.25'' H x 8.25'' W x 4.75 D.
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Models and Miniatures

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Bronze

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

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

George III Mahogany Miniature Bowfront Chest
Located in Essex, MA
With two drawers over two drawers, splayed feet.
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Models and Miniatures

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Mahogany

Model Yacht "Endeavour" by William Hitchcock
Located in Norwell, MA
Fine model of the 1934 J class yacht Endeavour by noted model maker William Hitchcock. With planked deck, brass skylights, winches, wheels, etc. Rigg...
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1990s Models and Miniatures

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Wood

French Palissy François Maurice Majolica Lobster Wall Plaque, Circa 1870
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Palissy School of Paris Majolica hanging wall plaque, France, modeled by François Maurice, circa 1870-1875. Modeled from life, this extremely dimensional and realistic piece is gl...
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Models and Miniatures

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Earthenware

Fine Shipyard Half Hull Model of the Northern Light
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A fine shipyard half hull model of the Northern light. Still retained in its original case and set upon its original backboard. The condition and quality of this lovely model is sup...
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1910s English Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood

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

Valentino Garavani Alligator Leather Satchel Bag
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a collectible Valentino Garavani Alligator Leather Satchel Bag. It depict a trapezoid like shaped dark brown leather purse with a rect...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Ship Model Delphine Paulette
Located in Norwell, MA
Antique model of the French fishing vessel Delphine Paulette. Hail port is hard to read due to old age splits. The hull is in its old paint. Furled sail. Big boat with a lot of chara...
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Early 1900s European Antique Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Modernist Sterling Silver Ring Tree Modelled as a Tree Branch from 2001
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 2001, this fun and unusual sterling silver ring tree is in the form of a tree branch. It measures 5"(12.5cm) tall, 11"(18cm) a...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Organic Modern Models and Miniatures

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Glazed Porcelain Factory Rubber Glove Molds, c.1992
Located in San Francisco, CA
About Several sizes available. Original vintage glazed porcelain factory rubber glove molds. Each is stamped with the size and exact dates of manufacture. These pieces have ret...
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Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures

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Porcelain

Vintage Glazed Porcelain Factory Rubber Glove Molds, C.1990
Located in San Francisco, CA
About Several sizes available. Original vintage glazed porcelain factory rubber glove molds. Each is stamped with the size and exact dates of manufacture. These pieces have re...
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Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures

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Porcelain

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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