Models and Miniatures
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain, Wood
1960s Dutch Vintage Models and Miniatures
Oak
1980s Italian Other Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum, Copper, Zinc
Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver, Enamel
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century American Country Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Upholstery, Oak
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Models and Miniatures
Brass
1990s Models and Miniatures
Wood
1990s Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Models and Miniatures
Rosewood
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Silver
Early 18th Century European Palladian Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak, Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1990s European Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Models and Miniatures
Bone, Padouk
2010s Chinese Models and Miniatures
Wood
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Marble, Silver
20th Century American Modern Models and Miniatures
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Revival Models and Miniatures
Bronze
20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Fabric, Wood
19th Century English Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Pine
1980s American Native American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Cedar
19th Century English Chippendale Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Models and Miniatures
Amethyst, Enamel
1890s Spanish Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Velvet
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Cork, Paper
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Models and Miniatures
Wood
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
1950s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 1900s Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Brass
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
1860s French Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Clay, Glass, Paper
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Paper, Wood
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Models and Miniatures
Yew
Early 20th Century German Black Forest Models and Miniatures
Wool
19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Lucite
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century Argentine Arts and Crafts Models and Miniatures
Wood, Thread, Fabric
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Early 19th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Velvet
Late 19th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
Late 19th Century American High Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Enamel
Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Metal, Gold
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.