Models and Miniatures
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Wire
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Marble, Slate, Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Enamel
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Blown Glass
19th Century French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Walnut
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal, Bronze
Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
1890s German Jugendstil Antique Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
19th Century French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s Austrian Rococo Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze, Enamel
1790s Belgian Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
1740s Dutch Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Terracotta
1990s North American Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Epoxy Resin
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Models and Miniatures
Mercury Glass, Pine
20th Century Unknown Rococo Models and Miniatures
Silver
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Models and Miniatures
Bentwood
1990s Austrian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Crystal
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 American Anglo-Indian Models and Miniatures
Wood, Feathers
19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Models and Miniatures
Carrara Marble, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary North American Models and Miniatures
Paper
1910s Belgian Art Nouveau Vintage Models and Miniatures
Oak
1960s European Vintage Models and Miniatures
Multi-gemstone
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Silver
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Models and Miniatures
Wrought Iron
1910s Belgian Art Nouveau Vintage Models and Miniatures
Oak
Late 19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Oak
20th Century Georgian Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Steel
18th Century Belgian Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Bone, Walnut
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 2000s Austrian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Crystal, Metal
Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Models and Miniatures
Gold
1750s German Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
18th Century French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Bone
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Art Glass, Glass, Blown Glass, Murrine, Murano Glass
1890s French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Models and Miniatures
Terracotta
1890s French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
1990s French Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Art Glass
Early 19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Boxwood, Walnut
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.