Models and Miniatures
1820s Italian Antique Models and Miniatures
Cut Glass
Early 18th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Twig, Wood, Giltwood, Paint, Paper
1940s English Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Metal, Silver
19th Century British Antique Models and Miniatures
Paint
1950s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bakelite
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Iron
1980s Czech Industrial Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic
1850s French Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1950s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bone
20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures
Amethyst, Marble, Silver, Other
20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Quartz
19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Pottery, Velvet
15th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal
1880s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Wood
1980s Scottish Vintage Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
1870s German Rustic Antique Models and Miniatures
Ash
1750s English George II Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century Indian Hollywood Regency Models and Miniatures
Brass
1950s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Tin, Metal, Iron
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1970s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal, Silver Plate
20th Century European Other Models and Miniatures
Stone, Silver, Other
Late 20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Amethyst, Gold, Silver
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Resin, Wood
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Steel
1860s Italian Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Terracotta
Early 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass
19th Century Italian Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble
Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Marble, Metal, Bronze
2010s Dutch Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
20th Century Models and Miniatures
19th Century Indian Tribal Antique Models and Miniatures
Terracotta
Early 20th Century Dutch Models and Miniatures
Bentwood
20th Century European Other Models and Miniatures
Stone, Silver, Other
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood
1950s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Revival Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Terracotta
1950s French Vintage Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Brass
Early 18th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Iron
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Beech
20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures
Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Gold
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Wood
1930s American Native American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Cedar
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Marble, Slate, Brass
Late 18th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Malachite, Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Pine
Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak
Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures
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.