Models and Miniatures
20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Beech, Maple
Early 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass
20th Century American Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal
1920s English Vintage Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Models and Miniatures
Glass
19th Century Neoclassical Antique Models and Miniatures
Alabaster
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1990s Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Silver
1960s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Acrylic
19th Century Dutch Antique Models and Miniatures
Silver
20th Century English Campaign Models and Miniatures
Wood
1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
1980s Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Early 1900s American Native American Antique Models and Miniatures
Cedar
Mid-20th Century European Industrial Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
2010s Italian Organic Modern Models and Miniatures
Gold
1940s Italian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Acrylic, Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1940s Italian Other Vintage Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures
Gold Leaf
Late 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Pine
Mid-19th Century Italian Beaux Arts Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Mid-20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Metal
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Metal, Bronze
19th Century French Rococo Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1950s Russian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
Late 18th Century European Antique Models and Miniatures
Copper
Mid-20th Century American Streamlined Moderne Models and Miniatures
Plaster
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic, Wood
18th Century American American Classical Antique Models and Miniatures
Glass, Giltwood
20th Century Philippine Models and Miniatures
Wood
1930s British Vintage Models and Miniatures
Iron
19th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Marble
Early 1900s Antique Models and Miniatures
Bamboo
20th Century English Georgian Models and Miniatures
Brass
1960s Danish Vintage Models and Miniatures
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
Early 1900s Italian Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures
Bronze
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1970s Italian Arts and Crafts Vintage Models and Miniatures
Ceramic
1910s English Vintage Models and Miniatures
Laminate, Wood, Mahogany
20th Century Dutch Models and Miniatures
Brass
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
2010s North American Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Models and Miniatures
Leather
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
1950s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Copper
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.