Models and Miniatures
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1880s Scottish Sporting Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Tin
1940s American Chippendale Vintage Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal, Iron
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Fruitwood
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
Late 18th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 1900s German Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Steel, Iron
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
2010s American Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Tin
1880s European Baroque Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1970s Danish Primitive Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Copper
20th Century Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Cherry
Early 20th Century Danish Other Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut, Softwood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Brass
1980s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
1950s Japanese Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Paper
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century German Antique Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century European Hollywood Regency Models and Miniatures
Metal
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century American Campaign Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Brass, Nickel
Early 1900s Italian Hollywood Regency Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal, Aluminum, Berlin Iron, Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Foil, Iron, Nick...
1910s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 19th Century French Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century British Other Models and Miniatures
Fabric, Wood
1990s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Metal
1990s American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Renaissance Models and Miniatures
Walnut, Plywood
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Iron
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures
Steel
18th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary British Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Silver
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Pewter
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1890s German Gothic Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1980s Italian 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.