Models and Miniatures
Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Rock Crystal, Metal, Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
1990s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
1990s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Iron
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Models and Miniatures
Glass
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century English Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Other
1980s Italian Other Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum, Copper, Zinc
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel
Late 20th Century Hungarian Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Models and Miniatures
Onyx, Marble, Enamel, Bronze, Ormolu
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Resin, Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century British Victorian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 20th Century Belgian Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century German Models and Miniatures
Wood
1980s European Space Age Vintage Models and Miniatures
Resin, Epoxy Resin, Plastic, Fiberglass
Early 20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Maple
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Models and Miniatures
Chrome
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1990s International Style Models and Miniatures
Metal
1990s Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Marble, Slate, Brass
Early 20th Century Jamaican Chippendale Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Rope, Olive, Paper
Early 20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Leather
Early 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Wood
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Fabric
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Fabric
1980s European Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Unknown Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
1990s Central American Industrial Models and Miniatures
Rubber
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1990s Italian Organic Modern Models and Miniatures
Gold
1920s English Vintage Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Iron
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century English Georgian Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Austrian Modern Models and Miniatures
Gold, Silver, Enamel
Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Models and Miniatures
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Early 1900s North American Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1980s Scottish Vintage Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Wood
1970s American Country Vintage Models and Miniatures
Textile, Glass, Plastic, Wood
1990s Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Silver
1970s American Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Gold Plate, Enamel
1990s Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 1900s European Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic, Plywood
Early 20th Century American Other Models and Miniatures
Iron
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.