Models and Miniatures
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1930s British Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Pine, Plastic
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Silver
1920s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel
20th Century Scottish Models and Miniatures
Ebony, Pine
1930s German Country Vintage Models and Miniatures
Composition
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Models and Miniatures
Stoneware
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Mid-20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Brass
Late 20th Century Hungarian Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Louis Philippe Models and Miniatures
Marble
20th Century French Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Travertine
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Copper
Early 1900s North American Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Models and Miniatures
Mahogany, Paint
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Wire
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Copper
1950s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Opal, Gold
20th Century Belgian Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1950s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bone
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Brass
1950s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Silver
1960s French Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Brass, Copper, Steel
Early 1900s French Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Silver Plate
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Cut Glass, Ash
20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Iron
1980s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Other
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1940s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
20th Century Italian Rustic Models and Miniatures
Copper
Early 20th Century Dutch Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Models and Miniatures
Copper, Brass
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Brass
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
1920s Czech Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1910s British Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metallic Thread, Aluminum, Berlin Iron, Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Foil, ...
20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Unknown Models and Miniatures
Felt, 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.