Models and Miniatures
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Early 20th Century English Georgian Models and Miniatures
Wood
1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood, Paper
1950s Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures
Composition
1980s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1970s English Vintage Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Models and Miniatures
Satin, Wood
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Queen Anne Models and Miniatures
Walnut
1980s American Native American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Cedar
Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Models and Miniatures
Boxwood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Nigerian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Rope, Olive, Paper
Mid-20th Century Victorian Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Models and Miniatures
Pine
1980s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Iron
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
20th Century French Other Models and Miniatures
Glass, Plastic
20th Century English Modern Models and Miniatures
Rock Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wicker
1990s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
1950s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 1900s European Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 1900s European Antique Models and Miniatures
Rosewood
Early 1900s English Other Antique Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
20th Century German Industrial Models and Miniatures
Gesso
Late 20th Century Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1920s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1990s Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century Asian Models and Miniatures
Jade, Brass
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Gold Leaf
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
1930s Austrian Rococo Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Enamel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1960s Mexican Industrial Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1970s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
1980s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
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.