Models and Miniatures
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Silver
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Models and Miniatures
Cast Stone, Aluminum
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Late 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Resin, Acrylic
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
1960s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 1900s Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic, Plywood
20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Silver Plate
20th Century European Other Models and Miniatures
Stone, Silver, Other
Early 1900s French Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
20th Century European Other Models and Miniatures
Stone, Silver, Other
20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Brass
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Silver
20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Iron
20th Century Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 1900s Antique Models and Miniatures
Cherry
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 1900s Austrian Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Antler
Early 20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Wood
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel, Iron
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century German Black Forest Models and Miniatures
Wool
Early 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
20th Century American American Empire Models and Miniatures
Glass, Mahogany, Pine, Paint
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic, Plywood
Early 20th Century Streamlined Moderne Models and Miniatures
Tin
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel, Stainless Steel
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
1990s Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Other Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Models and Miniatures
Zinc
20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Brass, Bronze
1930s British Vintage Models and Miniatures
Quartz, Silver Plate
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass
1950s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
1940s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Cotton
20th Century Italian Medieval Models and Miniatures
Alabaster
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic, Plywood
Mid-20th Century German Rustic Models and Miniatures
Clay
1960s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Wood
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Bamboo, Mirror, Pine
1940s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1960s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Metal
1920s German American Classical Vintage Models and Miniatures
Canvas, Paper
Early 20th Century English Other Models and Miniatures
Mahogany, Maple
Late 20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Reed
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Wood
1980s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
1920s Japanese Meiji Vintage Models and Miniatures
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century German Modern Models and Miniatures
Plaster, 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.