Models and Miniatures
19th Century European Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver, Enamel
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Stainless Steel
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass, Nutwood
1950s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Paint
Early 1800s Italian Empire Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble
1930s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster
1750s English George II Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Models and Miniatures
Terracotta
1880s French Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
Late 18th Century French Greco Roman Antique Models and Miniatures
Cut Glass
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
1970s Dutch Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Early 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
19th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1810s English George III Antique Models and Miniatures
Paper
Mid-18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1890s German Other Antique Models and Miniatures
Other
1820s Italian Antique Models and Miniatures
Cut Glass
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures
Composition
1890s English Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Early 1900s Italian Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Paper, Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Models and Miniatures
Zitan
19th Century European Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1870s French Antique Models and Miniatures
Enamel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Marble
1890s English Baroque Revival Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Qing Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
1820s French Restauration Antique Models and Miniatures
Stone
1910s Scottish Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Models and Miniatures
Tin, Copper
20th Century American American Classical Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1950s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1870s English Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Wood
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Lacquer, Mahogany
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Birdseye Maple
Early 18th Century European Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century European Space Age Models and Miniatures
Chrome
Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Early 19th Century French Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1990s Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Colonial Revival Models and Miniatures
Metal
Late 19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
1940s Swiss Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum, Metal
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass, Aluminum
1950s British 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.