Models and Miniatures
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Walnut
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Leather, Glass
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Silver
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver, Bronze
Early 20th Century German Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Tin
2010s Chinese Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Models and Miniatures
Metal
1890s Scottish Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Blown Glass
Early 18th Century English George II Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1870s German Rustic Antique Models and Miniatures
Ash
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic, Plywood
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
1960s American Space Age Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures
Agate, Silver, Other
1970s Japanese Space Age Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
1830s Italian Restauration Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble
1790s Italian Classical Roman Antique Models and Miniatures
Art Glass, Cut Glass
20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Agate
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century English Belle Époque Models and Miniatures
Paper, Wood
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures
Marble, Amethyst, Silver, Other
Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Models and Miniatures
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Early 1900s English Country Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Late 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Models and Miniatures
Cast Stone, Aluminum
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal, Bronze
1950s Belgian Folk Art Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Rubber
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Models and Miniatures
Cast Stone, Aluminum
20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Quartz
1950s French Vintage Models and Miniatures
Fiberglass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
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
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Models and Miniatures
Gold
Late 20th Century European Modern Models and Miniatures
Paper
Late 18th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
1830s American Antique Models and Miniatures
Maple, Walnut
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1860s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Models and Miniatures
Gold
20th Century European Other Models and Miniatures
Stone, Silver, Other
Late 19th Century Classical Roman Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
20th Century European Other Models and Miniatures
Stone, Silver, Other
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Stone
1920s Austrian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Fruitwood
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut, Pine
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.