Panelling
19th Century Moorish Antique Panelling
Bronze
2010s English Modern Panelling
Glass
20th Century Renaissance Panelling
Wood
2010s Portuguese Modern Panelling
Brass
2010s Finnish Post-Modern Panelling
Ash, Cork
Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Panelling
Ceramic
1830s French Art Deco Antique Panelling
Stucco
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Brass
20th Century French Art Deco Panelling
Alpaca, Mirror, Beech, Plywood, Paper
1830s Argentine Art Deco Antique Panelling
Bronze
1830s French Art Deco Antique Panelling
Stucco
20th Century French Panelling
Wood
19th Century French Antique Panelling
Canvas
19th Century European Regency Antique Panelling
Paper, Birch
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Panelling
Walnut
2010s Portuguese Modern Panelling
Brass
20th Century French Louis XVI Panelling
Wood
2010s Portuguese Modern Panelling
Brass
1890s American Antique Panelling
Copper, Iron
1890s North American Antique Panelling
Copper, Iron
Late 20th Century French Louis XVI Panelling
Wood, Plaster
1890s American Antique Panelling
Copper, Iron
2010s Finnish Post-Modern Panelling
Ash, Cork
Late 20th Century Italian Adirondack Panelling
Art Glass, Wood
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Panelling
Pine, Wood
1950s Belgian Space Age Vintage Panelling
Aluminum
1950s Italian Gothic Revival Vintage Panelling
Wood, Paint
20th Century French Louis XVI Panelling
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Panelling
Paper
Early 1900s Canadian Arts and Crafts Antique Panelling
Pine
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Panelling
Hardwood
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Panelling
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Panelling
Bronze
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Brass, Other
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Other
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Brass, Other
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
20th Century French Art Nouveau Panelling
Ceramic, Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Panelling
Wood
2010s English Panelling
Cotton, Linen, Walnut
18th Century English Georgian Antique Panelling
Oak
Mid-20th Century Spanish Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Panelling
Terracotta
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Panelling
Walnut
19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Wood
19th Century Asian Antique Panelling
Stone
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
Late 19th Century Eastlake Antique Panelling
Hardwood
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
Antique and Vintage Panelling
Originally made for functional use to reflect sunlight, reduce drafts and create shade, antique and vintage panelling and screens have expanded to be decorative elements.
The earliest known folding screens date back to the Zhou dynasty in China from the 4th to 3rd century B.C. Techniques for decorating leather and cloth turned panels into works of art. Through trade between the West and East, folding screens became popular in Europe during the Middle Ages. Screens imported in the 17th century from China and Japan were prized for their exoticism.
Panels today are still as practical as they are beautiful whether in large open spaces or for outdoor use. Screens create a sense of luxury and elegance and can match details like the wood trim of a room for a consistent look. They’re tasteful statement pieces you can use to showcase artwork or an intricate design while conveniently breaking up a room or filling a space that appears empty. Because of their vertical shape, panels draw the eye upward and can create the illusion of a higher ceiling and a more open room.
A vibrant screen can fulfill the same purpose as an accent wall, allowing you to play with color and light. You can use it as a surface to bounce light or add diffuse lighting behind it for a warm effect.
On 1stDibs, we offer screens and panels to help you create private spaces while introducing an object that evokes sophistication. Our modern panels include bold pieces that make strong statements, or you can opt for metal panelling to reflect light. If you’re looking for vintage items, neoclassical panelling is an ornate option.