Models and Miniatures
20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Brass
20th Century American Country Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Bronze
2010s Italian Post-Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
Mid-20th Century North American Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Early 2000s Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
1980s European Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Models and Miniatures
Fruitwood, Walnut
1970s Indian Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Leather
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak
Late 18th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Bone
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 18th Century Chinese Antique Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Malachite, Vermeil, Silver
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Malachite, Vermeil, Silver
20th Century American Country Models and Miniatures
Metal, Iron
1830s Swedish Karl Johan Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
20th Century English Industrial Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Plastic
1930s British Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather
1950s Italian Arts and Crafts Vintage Models and Miniatures
Silver
20th Century American Adirondack Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Wood
1940s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Marble, Brass
1940s German Other Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood, Rubber
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1950s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Iron
Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Models and Miniatures
Art Glass, Blown Glass
1950s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Stainless Steel
Early 1900s Italian Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Streamlined Moderne Models and Miniatures
Plaster
1940s Italian High Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze
20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Glass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster
19th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Models and Miniatures
Leather
Mid-20th Century Balinese Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
20th Century British Other Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Streamlined Moderne Models and Miniatures
Wood, Birch, Fruitwood
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.