Models and Miniatures
1980s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century Italian Medieval Models and Miniatures
Alabaster
Early 1900s Austrian Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Antler
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Hardwood, Paint
1920s Japanese Meiji Vintage Models and Miniatures
Silver, Sterling Silver
1930s Dutch Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century Classical Roman Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century Greek Antique Models and Miniatures
Wool
1930s British Vintage Models and Miniatures
Quartz, Silver Plate
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Models and Miniatures
Wool, Silk, Glass, Walnut
1780s American Chippendale Antique Models and Miniatures
Satinwood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Models and Miniatures
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary English Models and Miniatures
Aluminum, Silver
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal
1960s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century German Rustic Models and Miniatures
Clay
1960s American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Lucite
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel, Iron
Early 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Bronze
2010s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 2000s North American Models and Miniatures
Wood
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Silver
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Models and Miniatures
Oak
1990s Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Reed
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Brass, Bronze
Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
1940s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Cotton
19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Pine
Early 1900s English Antique Models and Miniatures
Metal, Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plaster, Wood
Early 1900s Folk Art Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1880s English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
19th Century Italian Gothic Antique Models and Miniatures
Carrara Marble
Mid-20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
19th Century British Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1930s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Paper
Mid-20th Century British Rustic Models and Miniatures
Brass
1920s German American Classical Vintage Models and Miniatures
Canvas, Paper
1890s German Mid-Century Modern Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Paper
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1980s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Beech
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Iron, Bronze
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Bamboo, Mirror, Pine
2010s American Models and Miniatures
Amethyst, Tourmaline, Quartz
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.