Models and Miniatures
Early 20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Felt
1950s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Silver
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Blown Glass
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic, Glass
1920s Austrian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Argentine Arts and Crafts Models and Miniatures
Wood, Thread, Fabric
1950s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bakelite, Plaster
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Marble, Slate, Brass
Mid-20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Enamel
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1960s Belgian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Marble, Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
1960s Belgian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Marble, Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s American Empire Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century British Medieval Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Maple
Early 20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century American Classical Models and Miniatures
Wood, Glass
1950s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Other
Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century German Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Tin
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather, Glass
Early 20th Century English Belle Époque Models and Miniatures
Paper, Wood
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Models and Miniatures
Cast Stone, Aluminum
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Models and Miniatures
Marble
1920s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 1900s English Country Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal, Bronze
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Models and Miniatures
Cast Stone, Aluminum
1950s French Vintage Models and Miniatures
Fiberglass
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
Early 20th Century American Classical Models and Miniatures
Linen, Wood, Paint
Early 1900s English Antique Models and Miniatures
Cork
1960s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 1900s Antique Models and Miniatures
Cherry
Early 20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
Early 1900s French Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Multi-gemstone
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 1900s Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel, Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Murano Glass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
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.