Models and Miniatures
19th Century French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Walnut
1790s Belgian Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
1740s Dutch Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
1930s Austrian Rococo Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Enamel
20th Century Unknown Rococo Models and Miniatures
Silver
19th Century French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century English Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Dutch Rococo Models and Miniatures
Brass
Mid-18th Century German Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut, Pine
1930s British Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Pine, Paint
19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood, Paper
19th Century Romanian Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Lacquer
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Models and Miniatures
Carrara Marble, Metal
Mid-19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 19th Century Austrian Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver, Brass
Mid-19th Century North American Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak
18th Century Belgian Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Bone, Walnut
1750s German Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
18th Century French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Bone
1890s French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
1890s French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
Early 19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Boxwood, Walnut
Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Antique 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.