Panelling
17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century Panelling
Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
1980s Canadian Vintage Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Late 19th Century Antique Panelling
Wood, Pine
Mid-20th Century American Classical Greek Panelling
Wood, Paper
Mid-19th Century Anglo-Indian Antique Panelling
Paint
Mid-20th Century French Panelling
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Panelling
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Directoire Panelling
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Mid-19th Century Antique Panelling
Pine
Early 20th Century Panelling
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Wood
Mid-19th Century Antique Panelling
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Early 20th Century Panelling
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
1960s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Early 20th Century Panelling
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Mid-19th Century Antique Panelling
Pine
1990s American Modern Panelling
Brass
Early 20th Century Panelling
Teak
Mid-19th Century Antique Panelling
Pine
Early 19th Century Antique Panelling
Oak
18th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
18th Century Antique Panelling
Oak
Late 19th Century English Antique Panelling
Mahogany, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Late 20th Century Japanese Modern Panelling
Paper
16th Century Spanish Antique Panelling
Wood
Early 18th Century French Antique Panelling
Wood
2010s Japanese Modern Panelling
Textile
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Panelling
Walnut
19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
19th Century German Antique Panelling
Art Glass, Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Fiberglass, Lacquer
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.