Models and Miniatures
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
1980s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass
Late 20th Century Russian Industrial Models and Miniatures
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Plastic
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass
1980s Japanese Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Late 20th Century Japanese Industrial Models and Miniatures
Metal
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
1970s Danish Vintage Models and Miniatures
Pottery
Mid-20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Silver Plate
1980s Art Nouveau Vintage Models and Miniatures
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Models and Miniatures
Silver, Sterling Silver
1980s Japanese Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1960s French Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass
19th Century American George III Antique Models and Miniatures
Leather, Paper
1980s Japanese Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
2010s Brazilian Models and Miniatures
Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Onyx
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures
Glass
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1990s Austrian Modern Models and Miniatures
Crystal
Late 20th Century French Modern Models and Miniatures
Crystal
Late 20th Century Russian Industrial Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Murano Glass
1920s English Vintage Models and Miniatures
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Rubber
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.