Models and Miniatures
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Fabric, Wood, String
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century British Rustic Models and Miniatures
Brass
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Paper
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
1930s Dutch Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Resin, Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century English Other Models and Miniatures
Mahogany, Maple
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Iron
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Wood
1980s North American Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Wood, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Iron, Bronze
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Pine
1930s European Bauhaus Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1980s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Iron
Early 20th Century American Other Models and Miniatures
Iron
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Silver
1960s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century American American Classical Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Other Models and Miniatures
Brass, Lead
Mid-20th Century Austrian Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Paper
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Brass
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis Philippe Models and Miniatures
Marble
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
1950s American Industrial Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1940s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Maple
20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures
Brass, Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood
1970s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Wood
20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass, Copper
1970s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century Japanese Models and Miniatures
Silver
1930s Swedish Other Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Silk
1960s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Pewter
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Silver, Sterling Silver
1950s Canadian Native American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Cedar
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.