Models and Miniatures
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass, Copper
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Pewter
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Wood
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic, Paint
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal, Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass, Copper
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1790s Belgian Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wrought Iron
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Wood
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Cork, Paper
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Pewter
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Lucite
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood, Paper
1980s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
19th Century French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass, Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood, Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Rope, Olive, Paper
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Iron
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wicker
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1890s German Mid-Century Modern Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Paper
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
Mid-19th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass, Stainless Steel
1930s Austrian Rococo Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
1740s Dutch Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
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.