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Early 1900s Salesman Sample Miniature Vanity
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Some history on salesman samples- An aggressive form of direct marketing by companies pushing their specific products, these miniature goods, known as salesman samples, were easily ...
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1910s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Midcentury MiG-17 High Subsonic Fighter Airplane Model
Located in Weesp, NL
Rare midcentury chrome-plated brass MiG-17 fighter jet airplane model. The MiG-17 was first build in the USSR in 1952. Though the MiG-17 still strongly resembles its forebear, it had an entirely new thinner and more highly swept wing and tailplane for speeds approaching Mach 1...
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1950s Russian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Brass

1930s Amusement / Carnival Motorcycle Ride, Carousal, Merry-go-round
Located in Buffalo, NY
1930s Antique midway amusement park wooden motorcycle ride is one of the earliest produced for carousels and merry-go-rounds. Wonderful aged patina, ...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Planked pond Yacht
Located in Atlanta, GA
A finely crafted early 20th-century English planked pond yacht, showcasing a beautifully shaped hull with visible plank construction, a deep keel, and metic...
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20th Century English Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Industrial Turners Cube Scale Design Model Desk Sculpture, German, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A nice scaled model of a turner cube made in the 1970s. This unique object, termed a Turner’s Cube, was traditionally an exercise given to a novice machinist to test their knowledge ...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Early 20th Century Jydsk Desk Telephone
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Early 20th century Jydsk Desk Telephone from Denmark. It depicts a black color square shaped metal box desktop hand-cranked telephone. In the front of the telephone is the...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Lladró African Savannah Wild Animals Sculpture in White by Ernest Massuet
Located in New York City, NY
Sculpture in matte white porcelain animals from African savannah, adult female elephant that guides her group through a long path with an iroko wooden...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Models and Miniatures

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Porcelain, Wood

Model of the Schooner Yacht "America"
Located in Norwell, MA
Fine, scale model of the schooner yacht “America”, the first winner of the America’s Cup. Copper sheathed below the waterline. Mahogany deck, linen sails....
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20th Century Models and Miniatures

Spindizzies Polished Racing Model
Located in Paris, FR
Model Spindizzies polished racing with aluminium structure, with plastic and aluminium details. Model in polished aluminium finish.
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Models and Miniatures

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Aluminum

Mid Century Silver Green Aluminum Christmas Tree, "Starlite" by Revlis
Located in Buffalo, NY
Seldom seen Mid Century Modern silver & green over 7' Aluminum christmas tree."STARLITE" by Revlis. Lush and full!. You will see 100 vintage s...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Aluminum

A rare group of three early 20th Century Kelvin-engined motor boat Models, presu
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A rare group of three early 20th Century Kelvin-engined motor boat Models, presumably made for Bergius and Co of Glasgow c.1920 These three models, all made from mahogany and boxwoo...
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Early 20th Century Scottish Models and Miniatures

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Brass

Miniature with female subject, watercolor on ivory, Italy 1830.
Located in Milan, IT
Miniature with female subject, watercolor on ivory. The frame, in waxed fruit wood, is square in shape with a circle inside. The circle is bordered by a gilt brass decoration which f...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Brass

Japanese Geisha Princess Doll in Original Glass Wood Case
Located in Plainview, NY
Japanese Geisha Princess Doll in Original Glass & Wood Case : This exquisite antique Japanese Geisha doll is a beautifully preserved example of traditional craftsmanship, elegantly presented in its original glass display case. The doll is depicted in a graceful reclining pose on a woven tatami mat, dressed in an opulent ivory kimono...
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20th Century Japanese Japonisme Models and Miniatures

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Porcelain, Fabric, Glass, Wood

Ford Aircraft Model Trimotor in Aluminium
Located in Paris, FR
Trimotor aircraft model Ford handcrafted in aluminum. Manufactured between 1926 and 1933 by Ford's own factory. Wingspan: 102cm.
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21st Century and Contemporary British Models and Miniatures

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Aluminum

19th century antique walnut perpetual desk calendar
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
A Large walnut perpetual calendar The walnut case with pediment top and plinth base. Fully adjustable for day, date and month, by turning the handles on the side of the calendar the ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Models and Miniatures

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Walnut

Lamborghini Countach model car in clear crystal, decorative piece, made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Lamborghini is well known for its bold, high-performance supercars. During the 1980s the flagship model, called the Countach, received an extensive body treatment that turned the ori...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Crystal

Vintage Salesman s Sample Picnic Table c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Vintage salesman’s sample picnic table with three wooden slats for the table top and one each for the seats. Painted green steel base. Shown with life size hand model for sc...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Models and Miniatures

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Steel

Cased Architectural Model with House and Property
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine detailed model diorama made for a potential client possibly in Florida or California. A white washed four part house with gable roofs, and an openwork frame for the lanai cove...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Lucite

Italian Mid Century View of Veduta Degli Ufiz Lacquer/Vellum Table Screen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian mid century view of Veduta Degli Ufiz Lacquer/Vellum table screen Italy, Circa 1960s A stunning diminutive work, in four parts beautifully lacque...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Antique Bootmaker’s Display, English, Beech, Riding Boot Stretcher, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique bootmaker’s display. An English, riding boot stretcher mounted on a mahogany plinth, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. A fascinating example of early 20t...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Beech, Mahogany

Decorative Antique MODEL CARS, Rare Rolls Royce Cream Car Franklin Mint 1911 UK
Located in Wembley, GB
Arising from the collaboration of the automobile brands, this exclusive antique model car is a 1:24 scale model that took over 4,000 hours to develo...
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1910s British Hollywood Regency Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Metal, Aluminum, Berlin Iron, Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Foil, Iron, Nick...

Jim Rose Legacy Collection - Chest of Drawers, Solid Cast Iron Miniature
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite miniature chest of drawers is inspired by Shaker furniture. Made from solid cast iron with a natural rust patina and vintage nail heads for the drawer pulls, The artis...
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Early 2000s American Folk Art Models and Miniatures

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Steel

Miniature Iron Maiden of Nuremberg
Located in Hanover, MA
Miniature "Iron Maiden" in blackened cast metal attached to its original round wood base. The front doors are pin-hinged and open to reveal pointed spikes. At base of doors is printe...
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1890s German Gothic Antique Models and Miniatures

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Iron

1930s Racing Car Black and Red Scale Model, Highly Detailed, Medium Size
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning contemporary reproduction of a vintage racing car from the 1930s. The streamlined body, exhaust pipes, wheels and dashboard are all faithfully reproduced and highly detailed...
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2010s European Art Deco Models and Miniatures

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Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Vintage Boho Glazed Cermic Horse Statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This glazed ceramic horse channels the regal spirit of ancient Tang dynasty artistry with a strikingly rich palette of amber, jade, and cream. Its flowing saddle and ornate tack appe...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Models and Miniatures

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Ceramic, Paint

Embraer 170 Jet Airplane Aircraft Model Brazil
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Scaled model of the Embraer 170 Jet. Made of Wood in the Scale of 1/75. This exquisite Embraer 170 Model is handcrafted by a master craftsmen from the finest Wood. Attention is given...
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Victorian Mahogany Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A charming late 19th century mahogany minaiture chest, having rectangular top over two short and three long drawers, retaining original turned wooden knobs, flanked by rounded corner...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Models and Miniatures

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Mahogany

1970s Astonishing Swift 1778 Model Ship. Handmade. Made in England
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Astonishing Ponant model ship in walnut wood. Handmade. Made in England. This model is amazing and in excellent condition and all handmade. A true piece of history. Dimension: ...
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1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Bronze and Bamboo Handle Flower Pot Cactus Gardening Tool Set, German, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful tool set from the 1950s. This unique object, is made of bronze with bamboo, was traditionally a cactus gardening tool set. A nice original ...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Brass, Bronze

Set of 13 Limited Edition Artisan Vintage Blue Irish Linen Shell Tree Ornaments
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Set of 18 Limited Edition Artisan Vintage Blue Irish Linen Shell Ornaments Christmas Tree by Katie Larmour This is a luxury box set of artisan mad...
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2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures

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Linen

Vintage Empire State Building Model in Metal
Located in San Diego, CA
Very cool vintage Empire State building model in metal, circa 1960s. The piece has a great well worn patina and measures 4.25"W x 2.75"D x 11.5"H. #4369
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Metal

20th Century Sterling Silver Miniature Motorcycle Harley Davidson, Made in Italy
Located in VALENZA, IT
Vintage Harley Davidson FXSTD in sterling silver with very accurate detail reproduction. At the end of 2007 they stopped producing it The wheels are with spokes and rubber tires Com...
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1990s Italian Other Models and Miniatures

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Sterling Silver

Two 1980s Modern Brass and Enamel Small Scent Bottles By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Vintage 1980s Gucci Modern Brass and Enamel Scent Bottles (Set of 2) A rare and elegant set of two vintage perfume bottles from the iconic luxury brand, Gucci. Dating from the 1980s,...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Models and Miniatures

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Brass, Enamel

A Rare Knife Sharpener From the Late 18/19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
A rare knife sharpener from the late 18th century. English, iron and wood, by "Warren's Rotary." Minor defects. Dimensions: 44 x 54 x 25 cm Good condition
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Late 18th Century English Art Deco Antique Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Bugatti 57 SC Atlantic Crystal Model Car, same as the Ralph Lauren Collection
Located in Milano, IT
The Bugatti 57SC is universally recognized as one of the most beautiful expressions of automotive design ever. Penned by Ettore Bugatti's son Jean and pro...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Crystal

19th Century Italian Grand Tour Steel Lidded Sarcophagus Box
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare 19th century Italian Grand Tour steel sarcophagus form box, circa 1880. Nice form, handsome desk-top accessory, great addition to any box collection. It is unusual to find this ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Models and Miniatures

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Steel

Extraordinary Leonardo da Vinci Helicopter Model — by Giovanni Sacchi
Located in Weesp, NL
Extraordinary Leonardo da Vinci Helicopter Model — hand-crafted in 1989 by Italian master model-maker Giovanni Sacchi — presented as a gift to Paolo Viti during the International Des...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood, Paper

Garment Form by Wolf Form Co
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Each form is individually molded by hand to specific dimensions and contours, every seam is symmetrically proportioned, every form is the closest replica to the human shape" - Wolf Form Co This example is model 1982 and perfect for your home or clothing store display...
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20th Century Models and Miniatures

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Iron

Extraordinary 18th Century Spanish Wooden Mannequin
Located in Middleburg, VA
Extraordinary 18th Century Spanish Wooden Mannequin. Rare large size made of carved poplar with articulated joints retaining the original painted decoration possibly depicting a Sain...
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18th Century Antique Models and Miniatures

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Wood, Paint

Vintage 1960s anatomical eye model, made by Sosmo (Germany)
Located in Oostende, BE
The anatomical eye model can be dismounted into 6 parts
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1960s German Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Plastic

Life-Size Mannequin Attributed to Francois-Pierre Guillois, Late 18th Century
Located in Peekskill, NY
There hasn't been much information regarding this particular type of lay figure, indeed these are exceptionally rare, until fairly recently since the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge ...
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Early 19th Century French Industrial Antique Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Art Nouveau Rose Quartz, Gold, Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Walking Stick
Located in London, GB
Art Nouveau rose quartz, gold, ruby, emerald and diamond walking stick Russian, c. 1900 Height 91cm, width 7cm, depth 1.5cm This superb walking stick, crafted around 1900, embodi...
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Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures

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Metal, Gold

Vintage Hand-Painted Brain Model by Denoyer Geppert
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage hand painted brain model on stand by Denoyer-Geppert, circa 1990s. The model consists of eight pieces of molded, nonbreakable, vinyl that are conne...
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Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

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Wood

Rare over sized early 20th Century hand crafted architectural stair case model
Located in London, GB
Rare over sized early 20th Century hand crafted architectural stair case model Without doubt the most impressive example we have uncovered and the attention to detail is exceptional....
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1920s British Victorian Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Pine

Early 20th C Brass Copper Desk Model of A Naval Ships Tripod Mast Maritime
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A decorative model of a naval ships tripod mast, constructed In brass and copper raised on a chamfered oak plinth. Tripod masts replaced the pole mast in the Edwardian era and where...
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Early 20th Century British Models and Miniatures

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Brass, Copper

Antique Empire Mahogany Sleigh Bed, Cabinet Makers Example, as Dog Bed
Located in Huntington, NY
This rare cabinet makers example of an antique Empire mahogany sleigh bed, As Dog bed. With new poly foam bed covered in black & white ticking.
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Models and Miniatures

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Mahogany

Early 20th Century French Desk Telephone
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a French Model 1910-No.1366 Desk Telephone. It depicts a square wooden tall box with a metal handset connected at the top. A long cord join the handset to the generator in th...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Chinese Carved Zitan Table-Form Stand, Republic Period, Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A finely carved zitan wood display stand in the form of a round table, China, Republic Period, mid 20th century. The circular display stand carved from rare and precious zitan wood. Fashioned as a classical Chinese round table...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Models and Miniatures

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Zitan

Antique Silver and Rock Crystal Walking Stick
Located in London, GB
Antique silver and rock crystal walking stick Continental, c. 1900 Height 90.5cm, width 7.5cm, depth 4.5cm This early 20th century walking stick showcases an extraordinary knigh...
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Early 20th Century European Models and Miniatures

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Rock Crystal, Metal, Silver

1950s Vintage Handmade Artists Model / Mannequin
Located in Oakland, CA
1950s handcrafted artists model / mannequin with articulating arms, legs, hands, feet and head. All the parts were hand carved and assembled with brass fasteners. The model has acqui...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Charming Miniature Sink from the Early 20th Century, Johnson Brothers Hanley Ltd
Located in Knivsta, SE
Charming Miniature Sink from the Early 1900s – Johnson Brothers Hanley Limited, England Rare and charming miniature ceramic sink from Johnson Brothers Hanley Limited, England. An replica of a full-sized traditional sink, featuring beautiful details and solid craftsmanship. This miniature sink was likely a promotional product...
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Early 20th Century English Models and Miniatures

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Porcelain

Vintage Japanese Brass Pocket Watch Wall Barometer, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
An unusual Japanese suspended wall weather station - barometer in the shape of an old school pocket watch. Made by Landex Royal Craft in Japan circ...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Metal, Brass

Set of 18 Limited Edition Artisan Vintage Pink Irish Linen Shell Tree Ornaments
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Set of 18 Limited Edition Artisan Vintage Pink Irish Linen Shell Ornaments Christmas Tree by Katie Larmour This is a luxury box set of artisan mad...
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2010s Unknown Models and Miniatures

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Linen

Antique American Ship Model, circa 1910
Located in Norwell, MA
Antique ship model of an American warship. Scribed deck, cabins, hatches, companion way, etc. The model is rigged with full standing and running ri...
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1910s North American Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Wood

19th Century FRENCH MODEL FIELD GUN / CANON
Located in TEYJAT, FR
19th Century FRENCH MODEL FIELD GUN This model canon with a 10mm bored tube of 19cm in length is raised upon an oak carriage on cast iron and painted spo...
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19th Century French Antique Models and Miniatures

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Brass

100 Year Old Canoe Carved from One Piece of Molave Hardwood
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant canoe carved from one piece of Molave hardwood. Approx. 100 years old. Original condition, has been used and is still functional.  
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Early 20th Century Philippine Other Models and Miniatures

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Hardwood

Large Art Deco Traditional Wooden Artist Mannequin Model, Italy 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A handmade wooden Artist mannequin model - all joints move as they should. Found on a Estate sale in Modena, Italy. Shows some minor wear - but looks beautiful on display! Some scrat...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Models and Miniatures

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Metal

Solid Bronze Male Torso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid bronze sculpture. This piece features the male form. A beautiful display piece for a shelf or paperweight. Signed G. Shaw. Dimensions 4" width x 1.75" depth x 4.25" height. C...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Bronze

Handmade Miniature of Finn Juhl’s Chieftain Chair, Japan
Located in Chicago, IL
Handmade Miniature of Finn Juhl’s Chieftain Chair Handcrafted by Norimitsu Takahashi Nori Art Handicrafts Workshop, Japan, 2000s A meticulous mini...
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Early 2000s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

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Leather, Wood

Martin Airlines Holland Boeing 747Jumbo Jetliner Airplane Contractor Desk Model
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool Martin Airlines Holland Boeing 747 jumbo jetliner airplane contractor desk model, circa 1980s. The model measures 9.5" wingspan x 11"D x 5"H and sits on a nice marked st...
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Late 20th Century American Models and Miniatures

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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.

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