Models and Miniatures
1910s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1950s Russian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Metal
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures
Porcelain, Wood
20th Century Models and Miniatures
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Scottish Models and Miniatures
Brass
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
20th Century Japanese Japonisme Models and Miniatures
Porcelain, Fabric, Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Models and Miniatures
Aluminum
Late 19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures
Walnut
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures
Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Lucite
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Models and Miniatures
Beech, Mahogany
1910s British Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal, Aluminum, Berlin Iron, Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Foil, Iron, Nick...
Early 2000s American Folk Art Models and Miniatures
Steel
1890s German Gothic Antique Models and Miniatures
Iron
2010s European Art Deco Models and Miniatures
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Late 20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures
Ceramic, Paint
Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Brass, Bronze
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal
1990s Italian Other Models and Miniatures
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Models and Miniatures
Brass, Enamel
Late 18th Century English Art Deco Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Crystal
Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures
Steel
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood, Paper
20th Century Models and Miniatures
Iron
18th Century Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood, Paint
1960s German Vintage Models and Miniatures
Plastic
Early 19th Century French Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures
Wood
Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Metal, Gold
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Wood
1920s British Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures
Pine
Early 20th Century British Models and Miniatures
Brass, Copper
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Models and Miniatures
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Models and Miniatures
Zitan
Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures
Rock Crystal, Metal, Silver
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Early 20th Century English Models and Miniatures
Porcelain
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Metal, Brass
2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures
Linen
1910s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures
Wood
19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures
Brass
Early 20th Century Philippine Other Models and Miniatures
Hardwood
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Bronze
Early 2000s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures
Plastic
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.





