Models and Miniatures
1930s British Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures
Giltwood, Gesso, Wood
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic
1930s German Country Vintage Models and Miniatures
Composition
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Models and Miniatures
Stoneware
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
1950s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1960s French Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Brass, Copper, Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Silver Plate
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1940s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Iron
Mid-20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
Mid-20th Century Unknown Models and Miniatures
Felt, Wood
1950s German Industrial Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Pine
1950s American Empire Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Felt
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Felt
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic, Glass
1950s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bakelite, Plaster
1950s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Silver
Mid-20th Century Argentine Arts and Crafts Models and Miniatures
Wood, Thread, Fabric
1960s Belgian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Marble, Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
1960s Belgian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Marble, Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Travertine
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1950s Italian Other Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Other
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather, Glass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass
Mid-20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Steel
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Silver
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel, Iron
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Models and Miniatures
Cast Stone, Aluminum
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Models and Miniatures
Cast Stone, Aluminum
1950s French Vintage Models and Miniatures
Fiberglass
1960s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel, Stainless Steel
1960s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Lucite
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.