Models and Miniatures
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
1920s German Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wire
Early 20th Century English Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century French Modern Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s Japanese Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Laminate, Paper
Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
2010s Dutch Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Early 20th Century Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
Early 2000s American Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Steel
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
19th Century Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Sycamore
Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Foam
Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 2000s Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century German Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Tin
20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures
Agate, Silver, Other
20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures
Marble, Amethyst, Silver, Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
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
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
Late 20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures
Paper
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut, Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
20th Century Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Models and Miniatures
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Models and Miniatures
Leather
Early 1900s Austrian Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Antler
Early 20th Century Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Hardwood, Paint
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 1900s Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Wood, Paint
19th Century Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Other
1990s European Modern Models and Miniatures
Glass, 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.