Models and Miniatures
21st Century and Contemporary American Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1950s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s Dutch De Stijl Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Models and Miniatures
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
19th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Marble
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
20th Century American Modern Models and Miniatures
Leather
Mid-20th Century European Industrial Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Early 20th Century American American Classical Models and Miniatures
Iron
1930s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Stone, Carnelian, Jade, Enamel
19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel, Stainless Steel
19th Century German Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Plaster
Early 20th Century English Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century American Industrial Models and Miniatures
Wood, Plaster
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Rattan
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Late 19th Century German Machine Age Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
19th Century American American Colonial Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass
20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Stone, Carnelian, Jade
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Models and Miniatures
Onyx, Marble, Enamel, Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century American Sheraton Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Cherry
1920s British Late Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Paper
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
2010s European Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 1900s British Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Pine
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Stone, Jade, Metal, Enamel
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Carrara Marble
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Models and Miniatures
Terracotta
20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 2000s Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century American Campaign Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Balinese Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Stone, Jade, Metal, Enamel
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum, Other
2010s Brazilian Models and Miniatures
Multi-gemstone, Quartz
1980s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century Argentine Arts and Crafts Models and Miniatures
Fabric, Thread, Wood
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Pine
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
1980s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Plaster
1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1980s American Native American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Cedar
1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather
1910s German Renaissance Vintage Models and Miniatures
Fruitwood
Late 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Chrome
Late 20th Century Japanese Models and Miniatures
Marble, Brass
Early 20th Century American American Colonial Models and Miniatures
Iron
1950s German Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
Mid-19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble, Brass
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.