Models and Miniatures
1960s Asian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1960s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Steel
1920s Burmese Ming Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1990s Models and Miniatures
Wood
1940s French Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Early 2000s Italian Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Beech, Maple
Early 20th Century French Victorian Models and Miniatures
Metal
2010s Polish Models and Miniatures
Other
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century French Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century European Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1960s English Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century Omani Islamic Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century German Rococo Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
1990s English Modern Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
1980s French Vintage Models and Miniatures
Fabric, Silk
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
Late 19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Models and Miniatures
Gold
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Models and Miniatures
Stone
Early 1900s French Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Resin
20th Century British Other Models and Miniatures
Iron
1830s English Regency Antique Models and Miniatures
Elm, Yew
20th Century Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Models and Miniatures
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
1930s Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass, Chrome
Late 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Marble
1980s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
1970s 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.