Panelling
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Cherry
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
Early 20th Century Panelling
Bronze, Iron
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Pine
18th Century Antique Panelling
Pine
1850s Chinese Qing Antique Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century Panelling
Bronze, Iron
Early 20th Century Chinese Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Panelling
Boxwood
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Panelling
Giltwood
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Panelling
Boxwood
19th Century English Renaissance Revival Antique Panelling
Wood, Pine
1950s French Space Age Vintage Panelling
Wood
19th Century Antique Panelling
Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Panelling
Wood, Hardwood
1960s Vintage Panelling
Hardwood
2010s English Panelling
Cotton, Linen, Walnut, Oak
19th Century American Industrial Antique Panelling
Plaster, Paint
1950s French Space Age Vintage Panelling
Iron
16th Century French Antique Panelling
Walnut
Late 18th Century French Antique Panelling
Terracotta
1970s Italian Vintage Panelling
Copper
1810s French Neoclassical Antique Panelling
Canvas
18th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Poplar
Mid-18th Century Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak, Paint
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Panelling
Bamboo, Rattan
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Elm
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Pine
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Panelling
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Aluminum
20th Century French Art Deco Panelling
Art Glass
1880s European Victorian Antique Panelling
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Panelling
Wood, Plastic
19th Century Antique Panelling
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Panelling
Wood
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Panelling
Poplar
1830s Italian Baroque Antique Panelling
Gesso, Stained Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Panelling
Wood
1890s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Panelling
Faience
19th Century Belgian Renaissance Antique Panelling
Glass
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Walnut
Early 19th Century Antique Panelling
Wrought Iron
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Early 20th Century Panelling
Oak
Late 19th Century Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
20th Century Panelling
Nickel, Brass
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.