Models and Miniatures
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Models and Miniatures
Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century English Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
Early 20th Century Asian Models and Miniatures
Jade, Brass
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood, Braid
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic, Paint
Late 19th Century Oceanic Antique Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Wood
1920s German American Classical Vintage Models and Miniatures
Canvas, Paper
1930s American American Craftsman Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1960s Italian Classical Roman Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster
Mid-18th Century Austrian Baroque Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Lacquer
1990s Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Silver
Early 2000s European Models and Miniatures
Stone
1790s English George III Antique Models and Miniatures
Cotton, Oak
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
1960s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
Late 18th Century French Baroque Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Models and Miniatures
Zinc
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century American American Classical Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
1810s English George III Antique Models and Miniatures
Paper
1870s English Antique Models and Miniatures
Satinwood
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 1900s European Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Leather
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
Early 20th Century Indonesian Models and Miniatures
Wood, Giltwood, Bone
1950s Italian Other Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Iron
1980s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1920s Sporting Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Tin
1960s American Space Age Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 2000s Italian Organic Modern Models and Miniatures
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-18th Century Austrian Baroque Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Lacquer
1980s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Models and Miniatures
Terracotta
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
Mid-20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Models and Miniatures
Terracotta
Late 19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Plaster
1960s Asian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
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.