Models and Miniatures
2010s Brazilian Models and Miniatures
Multi-gemstone, Quartz
2010s Brazilian Models and Miniatures
Quartz, Stone
Early 20th Century Dutch Models and Miniatures
Wood
2010s Brazilian Models and Miniatures
Multi-gemstone, Quartz
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Brass
20th Century Italian Rustic Models and Miniatures
Copper
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Mid-19th Century American Sheraton Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Models and Miniatures
Copper, Brass
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
1910s British Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metallic Thread, Aluminum, Berlin Iron, Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Foil, ...
1830s English Early Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany, Maple, Rosewood
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Models and Miniatures
Carrara Marble, Metal
Early 1900s Italian Hollywood Regency Antique Models and Miniatures
Metallic Thread, Aluminum, Berlin Iron, Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Foil, ...
20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
1920s Czech Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel
Mid-20th Century Unknown Models and Miniatures
Felt, Wood
Early 1900s Italian Hollywood Regency Antique Models and Miniatures
Foil, Metal, Aluminum, Berlin Iron, Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Iron, Nick...
1970s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Marble, Metal, Brass
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century Italian Louis XV Models and Miniatures
Burl
1950s German Industrial Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Pine
20th Century Italian Louis XV Models and Miniatures
Fruitwood
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
Late 19th Century German Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century Canadian Native American Models and Miniatures
Cedar
1860s Scottish Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic, Glass
1950s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Silver
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Blown Glass
19th Century American Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Late 19th Century American High Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
2010s Chinese Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century American High Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century Unknown Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures
Plaster
19th Century Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Sycamore
Mid-20th Century Argentine Arts and Crafts Models and Miniatures
Wood, Thread, Fabric
20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Marble, Slate, Brass
20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Pine, Plastic
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Enamel
Late 20th Century Japanese 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.