Models and Miniatures
1970s North American Arts and Crafts Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster
1990s English Chesterfield Models and Miniatures
Brass
Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s British Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Pine
1980s North American Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Metal, Gold
1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather
1980s French Vintage Models and Miniatures
Resin
Late 20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Leather, Paper
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal, Aluminum
Early 1900s British Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Pine
Early 1900s Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century American American Colonial Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Brass
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1990s European Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 1900s English Antique Models and Miniatures
Cork
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Early 20th Century American American Classical Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 20th Century Moorish Models and Miniatures
Plaster
Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Wood
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Early 20th Century American Machine Age Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Models and Miniatures
Copper, Brass
1990s European Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Cherry, Maple
Early 20th Century English Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Wrought Iron
1920s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s British Late Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Paper
1990s Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Models and Miniatures
Marble
Early 20th Century European Belle Époque Models and Miniatures
Agate, Metal
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Late 20th Century Victorian Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Italian Hollywood Regency Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal, Aluminum, Berlin Iron, Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Foil, Iron, Nick...
Late 20th Century Italian Revival Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
1910s Scottish Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
1910s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Dutch Models and Miniatures
Bentwood
1910s German Renaissance Vintage Models and Miniatures
Fruitwood
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
Late 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Chrome
Early 20th Century Indonesian Models and Miniatures
Wood, Giltwood, Bone
Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Rock Crystal, Metal, Silver
Early 20th Century Streamlined Moderne Models and Miniatures
Tin
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Silver Plate
1920s Czech Vintage Models and Miniatures
Paper
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.