Models and Miniatures
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
Mid-19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble, Brass
2010s Dutch Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Stainless Steel
19th Century American Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
Early 1900s Austrian Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Enamel
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Brass
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1880s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Brass
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s Czech Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel
1830s English Early Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany, Maple, Rosewood
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
Late 20th Century Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century American Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Late 19th Century American High Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century American High Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1870s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Leather
20th Century English Victorian Models and Miniatures
Silver Plate, Copper
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Glass
20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Glass
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather, Glass
2010s European Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century English Early Victorian Models and Miniatures
Metal, Sterling Silver, Silver
1980s North American Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Silver Plate
2010s European Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
1930s Dutch Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel, Iron
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal
1880s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
1970s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel, Stainless Steel
1870s English Late Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Pottery
Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
1890s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1920s American Early Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
1860s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Paper
19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1870s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
19th Century Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Hardwood, Paint, Paper
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.