Models and Miniatures
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Felt
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Models and Miniatures
Composition
1970s Japanese Space Age Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Late 19th Century American High Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century American Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Late 20th Century Japanese Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bakelite, Plaster
Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Sycamore
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Argentine Arts and Crafts Models and Miniatures
Wood, Thread, Fabric
Late 19th Century Unknown Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures
Plaster
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century Japanese Models and Miniatures
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Models and Miniatures
Metal
1970s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Marble, Slate, Brass
20th Century American Classical Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Enamel
20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Glass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
20th Century English Victorian Models and Miniatures
Silver Plate, Copper
15th Century and Earlier Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble
1960s Belgian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Marble, Metal
1870s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Leather
1960s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Lucite
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather, Glass
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Bronze
19th Century English Napoleon III Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
19th Century French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Walnut
1950s American Empire Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1960s Belgian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Marble, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
Early 20th Century British Medieval Models and Miniatures
Bronze
18th Century Italian Antique Models and Miniatures
Pine
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Maple
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 2000s Italian Organic Modern Models and Miniatures
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Stainless Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Models and Miniatures
Gold Leaf
1980s Russian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Glass
20th Century Asian Models and Miniatures
Silver
Mid-20th Century English Early Victorian Models and Miniatures
Metal, Sterling Silver, Silver
Early 20th Century American Classical Models and Miniatures
Wood, Glass
19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures
Stone, Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Models and Miniatures
Bronze
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.