What are room dividers called?

What room dividers are called depends on their style. Large collapsible walls are partition walls, while sectioned panels with hinges are screens. Japanese-style room dividers are known as shoji blinds. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of room dividers from some of the world's top dealers.

What can be used as room dividers?

The simplest things that can be used as room dividers are room divider furnishings that stand up on their own. You can also use folding screens, pocket doors, bookcases, curtains, trellises, hanging shelves and other objects and furniture pieces as room dividers. On 1stDibs, find a variety of room dividers.

What do you call a room divider?

Room dividers can also be referred to as screens or panels.

How do you divide a room quickly?

To quickly divide a room, you can use a freestanding room divider. If you wish to leave the room open but visually divide it, try placing accent rugs under the furniture in different areas. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of room dividers.

Can you attach a room divider to the wall?

Yes, you can attach a room divider to a wall using nails or adhesive. However, making holes or using strong chemical glues may damage some room divider materials. If you do choose to anchor a divider, use care when removing it in the future. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of room dividers.

How do I keep my room dividers from falling down

For standing room dividers, make sure you set them up in an accordion or or zig zag fold pattern to keep them from falling down.

Can you use curtains as a room divider?

Yes, you can use curtains as a room divider. To do so, you will need to mount hanging hardware on the ceiling. One of the biggest benefits of using curtains to divide rooms is that they are easy to maneuver when you want to open up a space or close off an area. Shop a range of curtains on 1stDibs.

What can I use instead of a room divider?

There are many things that you can use instead of a room divider. If you want to be able to open up the room or quickly create more privacy, curtains suspended from the ceiling can be a good choice. Folding screens are another option that give you the flexibility to change your room easily. For a more permanent solution, you can divide the room with case goods like bookcases. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of furniture from some of the world's top dealers.

What are those Chinese room dividers called?

Chinese room dividers are also called pingfengs. The term pingfeng in traditional Chinese literally means “wind blocker” or “wind wall.” Some people also refer to these room dividers as folding screens because they consist of hinged panels that allow them to fold up when not in use. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of folding screens from some of the world's top dealers.

Do room dividers fall easily?

Whether room dividers fall easily depends on a few factors. Generally, the heavier the room divider is, the less likely it is to tip over. Dividers are also less likely to fall if they are properly adjusted. With an accordion-style divider, try bending the panels at a wider angle to create a more sturdy base. Some people choose to install stabilizing brackets on the floor to keep their room dividers upright. Depending on the style of your space, you may also be able to hang a divider from the ceiling or attach one end to a wall. Shop a variety of room dividers on 1stDibs.

What is the cheapest way to divide a room?

Lightweight Japanese paper lattice screens known as shōji are a versatile way to define a living space and block drafts. Painted folding screens known as byōbu are also used as decorative elements, often featuring landscapes, animals, and flowering plants. Chinese folding screens were traditionally comprised of monumental hinged panels, intricately carved and decorated with panoramic landscapes or stone inlay.

What is the Carlton room divider made of?

The Carlton room divider is a Memphis-style icon made of medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and plastic laminate. A highly sculptural piece, it features a bookcase, drawers and shelves painted in lovely muted primary colors. Shop Carlton room dividers from top sellers on 1stDibs.

Are room dividers a good idea?

Yes, room dividers are a good idea. The right room divider can make large spaces feel more intimate. Dividers can also make it easier for a space to serve two functions, such as a dining room and a living room. Room dividers can additionally help to ensure privacy when placed in offices, bathrooms and bedrooms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of room dividers.

Who did Ettore Sottsass design the Carlton room divider for?

Ettore Sottsass did not design the Carlton room divider for a specific patron or client. He created the piece while working with the Memphis Group, an art collective that held joint shows from 1981 to 1987. Find a selection of Ettore Sottsass furniture on 1stDibs.

Upholstered Room Dividers

Antique Dressing Screen

Ethnic Dresses

Modern Wood Folding Screens

Category

20th Century English Victorian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Fine Custom Made George Smith Chelsea Hardwood & Floral Upholstered Room Divider

H 78.35 in W 74.22 in D 2.37 in

A Rare Find A Georgian Upholstered Four Fold Room Divider Boudoir Screen

Located in High Wycombe, GB

A Rare Find A Georgian Upholstered Four Fold Room Divider Boudoir Screen With A Shaped Top, Each

Category

Antique 18th Century British Georgian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Velvet

A Rare Find A Georgian Upholstered Four Fold Room Divider Boudoir Screen

H 66.15 in W 70.87 in D 1.97 in

Kazimir Screen Set by Colé, 3 Abstract patterns, decor dividers inspired to Art

By Julia Dodza

Located in Milan, Lombardy

paintings named "Torso". One screen It is composed of 2 rounded wooden panels, upholstered and coated with a

Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen Set by Colé, 3 Abstract patterns, decor dividers inspired to Art

H 62.6 in W 45.67 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen Set by Colé, 3 Floral Patterns, Decor Dividers Inspired to Art

By Julia Dodza

Located in Milan, Lombardy

screen It is composed of 2 rounded wooden panels, upholstered and coated with jersey The panels are

Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen Set by Colé, 3 Floral Patterns, Decor Dividers Inspired to Art

H 62.6 in W 45.67 in D 15.75 in

19th Century French Upholstered Three Fold Screen

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Highly imposing mid-19th Century French three-fold modesty screen or room divider. Each panel is

Category

Antique 19th Century French Baroque Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Giltwood

19th Century French Upholstered Three Fold Screen

H 70.08 in W 74.81 in D 2.96 in

Italian Design Grey Upholstered Screen 3 Folders

Located in Brescia, IT

a stunning element in every room. The fabric is in a dark grey with thin white stripes. The fabric

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Fabric

Italian Design Grey Upholstered Screen 3 Folders

H 63.39 in W 60.24 in D 0.99 in

Six-Panel Tapestry Upholstered Screen, France, 1940s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Colorful six-panel folding screen or room divider. Each wood panel is clad in a vivid wool tapestry

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Six-Panel Tapestry Upholstered Screen, France, 1940s

H 77.17 in W 20.08 in D 1.58 in

Blue and White Toile de Jouy Upholstered Screen

Located in New York, NY

Blue and white Toile de Jouy upholstered screen, three rectangular panels with semicircular tops

Category

Mid-20th Century French Provincial Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Fabric

Blue and White Toile de Jouy Upholstered Screen

H 87 in W 96 in D 4 in

Antique English Edwardian Gilt Wood Folding Screen Room Divider

Located in Norwich, GB

also been restored. Please refer to the the last five photographs. A lovely fabric upholsters the rest

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Neoclassical Revival Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Beech, Giltwood

Antique English Edwardian Gilt Wood Folding Screen Room Divider

H 70.87 in W 48.04 in D 0.79 in

Victorian Style Needlepoint Flower & Tree Tapestry Upholstered Four Panel Screen

Located in Germantown, MD

A Victorian Style Needlepoint Flowers & Trees Tapestry Upholstered Four Panel Screen. Measures 78

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Tapestry, Hardwood

Victorian Style Needlepoint Flower & Tree Tapestry Upholstered Four Panel Screen

H 68 in W 78 in D 1 in

Rustic French Burlap Grain Sacks and Wood Folding Screen / Room Divider

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching three-panel folding screen / room divider in white patinated wood upholstered with

Category

20th Century French French Provincial Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Fabric, Burlap, Wood

Rustic French Burlap Grain Sacks and Wood Folding Screen / Room Divider

H 66.15 in W 88.59 in D 1.38 in

French Art Deco 3-Fold Gilt Screen with Upholstered Panels

By Sue et Mare

Located in New York, NY

French Art Deco low 3 fold gilt screen with arch form center and upholstered panels in maroon with

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Giltwood, Upholstery

French Art Deco 3-Fold Gilt Screen with Upholstered Panels

H 51.5 in W 43 in D 3 in

French Neoclassical Revival Giltwood Mirror and Upholstered 3-Panel Screen

Located in Hopewell, NJ

either side are square asymmetric mirrored panels with gilt mullions. A lovely silk fabric upholsters the

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Upholstery, Mirror, Giltwood

French Neoclassical Revival Giltwood Mirror and Upholstered 3-Panel Screen

H 69.5 in W 59.5 in D 1 in

Italy 1990 Post-Modern Set Two Black and Brown Upholstered Screens

Located in Brescia, IT

in very good conditions. The folders could become an eye-catching in every room of your home. In

Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Fabric

Italy 1990 Post-Modern Set Two Black and Brown Upholstered Screens

H 106.3 in W 44.1 in D 3.94 in

French Louis XV Style 3-Fold Screen with Toile Upholstered Panels

Located in New York, NY

upholstered panels in a red toile print.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Satin, Wood

French Louis XV Style 3-Fold Screen with Toile Upholstered Panels

H 69.5 in W 47.5 in D 3 in

Screen room divider with mirrors on each panel in lacquered wood and gilt bronze

Located in Paris, FR

upholstered in yellow fabric.

Category

Antique 1880s French Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Bronze

Screen room divider with mirrors on each panel in lacquered wood and gilt bronze

H 61.82 in W 99.22 in D 0.79 in

Antique French Napoleon III Gilt Fireplace Screen with Newly Upholstered Panels

Located in Toronto, ON

A beautiful antique French Napoleon III large fireplace screen with ornate hand carved wood and gold gilding. Newly reupholstered with damask fabric in tonal beige on front and back ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Damask

Antique French Napoleon III Gilt Fireplace Screen with Newly Upholstered Panels

H 47.5 in W 30.25 in D 17 in

S2 Screen

By Monica Gasperini

Located in Milan, IT

inspired by the Art Deco style. Its elegant silhouette and geometric decorative patterns will enrich a room

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Textile

S2 Screen

H 69.69 in W 76.78 in D 1.97 in

Ombra Screen by Chiara Provasi

By Chiara Provasi

Located in Milan, IT

long each) of varying heights upholstered in velvet with sections and colors that form an abstract

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Textile

Ombra Screen by Chiara Provasi

H 82.68 in W 78.75 in D 1.97 in

ANACONDA Cut-Velvet De Beauvoir - Petrol

By House of Hackney

Located in New York, NY

transformation – on the De Beauvoir screen in ANACONDA. Upholstered in petrol-coloured cut-velvet offset by brass

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Velvet

ANACONDA Cut-Velvet De Beauvoir - Petrol

H 74.81 in W 17.72 in D 1.19 in

MEY MEH Velvet De Beauvoir - Sienna

By House of Hackney

Located in New York, NY

designed to last a lifetime, this version is upholstered in the plush MEY MEH British velvet and promises

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Velvet

MEY MEH Velvet De Beauvoir - Sienna

H 74.81 in W 17.72 in D 1.19 in

Black Forest Walnut 4-Fold Screen

Located in New York, NY

upholstered panels.

Category

Antique 19th Century Rustic Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Animal Skin, Walnut

Black Forest Walnut 4-Fold Screen

H 95 in W 115 in D 3 in

Folding Screen Sexy Fish

By laura gonzalez

Located in Paris, FR

Screen upholstered on the back with a hand-broidered canvas with a fish motif framed with

Category

2010s French Other Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Oak

Folding Screen Sexy Fish

H 58.27 in W 3.15 in D 56.7 in

Kazimir Screen by Colé, Floral Pattern Type B, Decor Divider Inspired to Art

By Julia Dodza

Located in Milan, Lombardy

room, but also a symbolic bridge, linking design to art, functionality to decoration. In fact the

Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen by Colé, Floral Pattern Type B, Decor Divider Inspired to Art

H 59.06 in W 52.37 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen by Colé, Floral Pattern Type C, Decor Divider Inspired to Art

By Julia Dodza

Located in Milan, Lombardy

room, but also a symbolic bridge, linking design to art, functionality to decoration. In fact the

Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen by Colé, Floral Pattern Type C, Decor Divider Inspired to Art

H 62.6 in W 45.67 in D 15.75 in

S3 Screen

By Monica Gasperini

Located in Milan, IT

fabric that upholsters them in an elegant dark blue color with golden and black inlays.

Category

2010s Italian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

S3 Screen

H 69.69 in W 76.78 in D 1.97 in

Fabric Screen by Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A curved room divider with a solid wood frame upholstered in brown fabric.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

Fabric Screen by Knoll

H 56 in W 64 in D 9 in

Antique French Giltwood Dressing Screen with Oil Painting Portrait, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

frames each with gold silk upholstered panels. The shaped tops feature bell flowers and foliate finials

Category

Antique 1850s French Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Giltwood

Antique French Giltwood Dressing Screen with Oil Painting Portrait, 19th Century

H 66.15 in W 43.31 in D 1.58 in

Kazimir Screen by Colé, Abstract Pattern Type C, Decor Divider Inspired to Art

By Julia Dodza

Located in Milan, Lombardy

according with the dress you put on it. It is composed of two rounded wooden panels, upholstered and coated

Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen by Colé, Abstract Pattern Type C, Decor Divider Inspired to Art

H 62.6 in W 45.67 in D 15.75 in

Gilt Mirrored Back Three-Panel Louis XVI Style Folding Screen Gilt Gold Finish

Located in Stamford, CT

Three panel Louis XVI style folding screen or room separator. Gilt gold finish having six small

Category

Early 20th Century French Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Mirror

Gilt Mirrored Back Three-Panel Louis XVI Style Folding Screen Gilt Gold Finish

H 63 in W 50 in D 3 in

Multicolored Modernist Geometric Design "Paravent" or Screen Divider

Located in Beirut, LB

panels are double-sided upholstered in high quality French geometric design fabric and framed in solid

Category

Late 20th Century European Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Multicolored Modernist Geometric Design "Paravent" or Screen Divider

H 74.81 in W 64.97 in D 1.58 in

Green Fabric Screen by Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A Mid-Century Modern curved room divider with a solid wood frame upholstered in green fabric

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Green Fabric Screen by Knoll

H 71.5 in W 58 in D 2.75 in

Original Beautiful "Paravent" Design in the Style of Gustav Klimt

By (after) Gustav Klimt

Located in Beirut, LB

panels are double-sided upholstered in high quality French fabric in the style of Gustav Klimt and framed

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Original Beautiful "Paravent" Design in the Style of Gustav Klimt

H 74.81 in W 64.97 in D 1.58 in

Kazimir Screen by Colé, Abstract Pattern Type A, Decor Divider Inspired to Art

By Julia Dodza

Located in Milan, Lombardy

according with the dress you put on it. It is composed of two rounded wooden panels, upholstered and coated

Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen by Colé, Abstract Pattern Type A, Decor Divider Inspired to Art

H 70.87 in W 48.43 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen by Colé, Abstract Pattern Type B, Decor Divider Inspired to Art

By Julia Dodza

Located in Milan, Lombardy

according with the dress you put on it. It is composed of two rounded wooden panels, upholstered and coated

Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen by Colé, Abstract Pattern Type B, Decor Divider Inspired to Art

H 59.06 in W 52.37 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen by Colé, Floral Pattern Type a, Decor Divider Inspired to Art

By Julia Dodza

Located in Milan, Lombardy

is composed of 2 rounded wooden panels, upholstered and coated with jersey. The panels are connected

Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen by Colé, Floral Pattern Type a, Decor Divider Inspired to Art

H 70.87 in W 48.43 in D 15.75 in

Palatial and Opulent Belle Epoque Giltwood & Oil on Canvas Three-Panel Screen

By Ferdinand Wagner II 1

Located in New York, NY

carved giltwood and upholstered frames. One panel signed at the lower left: Ferd.Wagner. A truly

Category

Antique 19th Century German Belle Époque Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Canvas, Upholstery, Giltwood, Paint

Palatial and Opulent Belle Epoque Giltwood & Oil on Canvas Three-Panel Screen

H 101 in W 85 in D 5 in

Arthur Umanoff Geometric Folding Screen by Thaden Metals, 1970s

Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL

Arthur Umanoff Geometric Folding Screen by Thaden Metals, 1970s Art Deco privacy screen or room

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Chrome

Arthur Umanoff Geometric Folding Screen by Thaden Metals, 1970s

H 70 in W 60 in D 3 in

19th C. French Louis XV Style Hand Painted & Carved Petite Small Dressing Screen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

carved cabriole legs, and upholstered sections. Very unique size and extremely high quality carvings and

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood, Paint, Fabric

19th C. French Louis XV Style Hand Painted & Carved Petite Small Dressing Screen

H 58 in W 43.5 in D 1.5 in

Art Deco Style 4 Panel Linen Screen

By Bermingham & Co.

Located in Doylestown, PA

An Art Deco style 4 panel screen upholstered in pale celery-green linen and patinated decorative

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Linen

Art Deco Style 4 Panel Linen Screen

H 84 in W 80 in D 1 in

A Flemish Tapestry Five-Panel Screen

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Each tapestry upholstered panel incorporating Flemish vertical tapestry fragments woven with

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Belgian Screens and Room Dividers

A Flemish Tapestry Five-Panel Screen

H 69.25 in W 19 in

20th Century French Two Panel Screen

Located in Nashville, TN

upholstered in silk damask. Brass nailhead trim. Fabric hinges.

Category

Early 20th Century French Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Silk, Damask

20th Century French Two Panel Screen

H 48.75 in W 51 in D 1 in

ANTIQUE EDWARDIAN LEATHER CLAD & EMBOSSED FiRE SCREEN WITH MAP DECORATION

Located in GB

looking and highly decorative fire screed, the frame has been leather upholstered and embossed with gold

Category

Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Leather, Pine

ANTIQUE EDWARDIAN LEATHER CLAD & EMBOSSED FiRE SCREEN WITH MAP DECORATION

H 29.93 in W 26.38 in D 12.8 in

French Giltwood Folding Screen

Located in Pembroke, MA

French giltwood screen in the Louis XVI style, recently upholstered in Pierre Frey fabric. Folding

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Gesso, Fabric, Giltwood

French Giltwood Folding Screen

H 66 in W 23 in D 2 in

Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

upholstered. Also available: different coatings, Jersey and Silk Upholstery, Type A, B, C, Custom Printing

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

H 62.6 in W 45.67 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen, Type B, Floral Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

upholstered. Also available: Different coatings, Jersey and silk upholstery, Type A & C, custom printing

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen, Type B, Floral Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

H 59.06 in W 52.37 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen, Type C, Floral Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

shaped rusted support; the structure is composed with 2 with frames in steel or in wood upholstered

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen, Type C, Floral Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

H 62.6 in W 45.67 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen, Type A, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

upholstered. Also Available: Different Coatings, Jersey and Silk Upholstery, Type B & C, Custom Printing

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen, Type A, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

H 70.87 in W 48.43 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen, Type C, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

rusted support; the structure is composed with 2 with frames in steel or in wood upholstered. Also

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen, Type C, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

H 62.6 in W 45.67 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen, Type B, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

upholstered. Also Available: Different Coatings, Jersey and Silk Upholstery, Type A & C, Custom Printing

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen, Type B, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

H 59.06 in W 52.37 in D 15.75 in

Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Floral Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

upholstered. Also Available: Different Coatings, Jersey and Silk Upholstery, Type A, B, C, Custom Printing

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Floral Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

H 62.6 in W 45.67 in D 15.75 in

Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Floral Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

upholstered. Also Available: Different Coatings, Jersey and Silk Upholstery, Type A, B, C, Custom Printing

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Floral Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

H 62.6 in W 45.67 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen, Type A, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

upholstered. Also available: different coatings, Jersey and silk upholstery, Type B & C, Custom printing

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen, Type A, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

H 70.87 in W 48.43 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen, Type C, Floral Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

upholstered. Also available: different coatings, Jersey and Silk Upholstery, Type A & B, Custom Printing

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen, Type C, Floral Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

H 62.6 in W 45.67 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen, Type B, Floral Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

shaped rusted support; the structure is composed with 2 with frames in steel or in wood upholstered

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen, Type B, Floral Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

H 59.06 in W 52.37 in D 15.75 in

Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

upholstered. Also available: different coatings, Jersey and Silk Upholstery, Type A, B, C, Custom Printing

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

H 62.6 in W 45.67 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen, Type C, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

upholstered. Also available: different coatings, jersey and silk upholstery, type A & B, custom printing

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen, Type C, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia

H 62.6 in W 45.67 in D 15.75 in

Kazimir Screen, Type B, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

Located in Geneve, CH

upholstered. Also available: different coatings, Jersey and Silk Upholstery, Type A & C, Custom Printing

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Kazimir Screen, Type B, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia

H 59.06 in W 52.37 in D 15.75 in

Art Nouveau Bamboo Screen with Baumann Fabric Art Nouveau, Austria, circa 1900

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

shows a newly upholstered panel with a very colorful yellow Baumann fabric depicting beautiful flowers

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo

Art Nouveau Bamboo Screen with Baumann Fabric Art Nouveau, Austria, circa 1900

H 64.4 in W 26.5 in D 15 in

19th Century French Fireplace Screen in Hand Carved Frame and Silk Tapestry

Located in Sofia, BG

Elegant fireplace screen in Louis XVI style made of gilt wood hand carved frame upholstered with

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Silk, Giltwood

19th Century French Fireplace Screen in Hand Carved Frame and Silk Tapestry

H 41.34 in W 31.5 in D 5.52 in

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Upholstered Room Dividers For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of upholstered room dividers available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique upholstered room dividers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, metal and upholstery. There are 19 antique and vintage upholstered room dividers for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 9 modern editions to choose from as well. Upholstered room dividers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Upholstered room dividers bearing Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Lisa Tharp Collection and Matthew Williamson each produced beautiful upholstered room dividers that are worth considering.

Finding the Right screens-room-dividers for You

Whether they are implemented as decorative accents or makeshift partitions to ensure privacy, antique and vintage folding screens and room dividers easily introduce sophistication and depth to any space in your home.

The earliest examples of folding screens are said to have originated in China and go back at least as far as the Han dynasty. Screens of the era were heavy structures made of wood and had hinges of cloth or leather. They were adorned with elaborate landscape paintings that were typically created on silk or paper canvases and applied directly to the screen’s panels afterward. Just as they had been in the 20th century and today, the folding screens then were recognized for both their practical and purely decorative properties.

Japanese room-divider screens were also decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile. They took on considerable event-based importance when the structures gained popularity in the East Asian country, as the folding screens were used in performing arts such as concerts, tea ceremonies and more. Later, artists elsewhere warmed to folding screens and sought to create their own.

In European countries such as France, where they were known as paravent, folding screens began to materialize in apartments in Paris, gaining favor with the likes of pioneering couturier Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, who is said to have accrued more than 30 and used them as a precursor to what we now know as wallpaper.

On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique and vintage folding screens and room dividers, which, given their history, may do a better job of bringing people and cultures together in your home than sectioning off a space. Search by material to find options in metal, fabric or wood, or browse by style for mid-century modern designs and examples from the Art Deco era.

Questions About Upholstered Room Dividers

What are room dividers called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
What room dividers are called depends on their style. Large collapsible walls are partition walls, while sectioned panels with hinges are screens. Japanese-style room dividers are known as shoji blinds. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of room dividers from some of the world's top dealers.
What can be used as room dividers?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
The simplest things that can be used as room dividers are room divider furnishings that stand up on their own. You can also use folding screens, pocket doors, bookcases, curtains, trellises, hanging shelves and other objects and furniture pieces as room dividers. On 1stDibs, find a variety of room dividers.
What do you call a room divider?
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Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Room dividers can also be referred to as screens or panels.
How do you divide a room quickly?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To quickly divide a room, you can use a freestanding room divider. If you wish to leave the room open but visually divide it, try placing accent rugs under the furniture in different areas. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of room dividers.
Can you attach a room divider to the wall?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
Yes, you can attach a room divider to a wall using nails or adhesive. However, making holes or using strong chemical glues may damage some room divider materials. If you do choose to anchor a divider, use care when removing it in the future. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of room dividers.
How do I keep my room dividers from falling down
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Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
For standing room dividers, make sure you set them up in an accordion or or zig zag fold pattern to keep them from falling down.
Can you use curtains as a room divider?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
Yes, you can use curtains as a room divider. To do so, you will need to mount hanging hardware on the ceiling. One of the biggest benefits of using curtains to divide rooms is that they are easy to maneuver when you want to open up a space or close off an area. Shop a range of curtains on 1stDibs.
What are those paper room dividers called?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Paper room dividers are often called decorative screens or merely room dividers depending on the design. The earliest examples of folding screens are said to have originated in China and go back at least as far as the Han dynasty. Screens of the era were heavy structures made of wood and had hinges of cloth or leather. They were adorned with elaborate landscape paintings that were typically created on silk or paper canvases and applied directly to the screen’s panels afterward. Just as they had been in the 20th century and today, the folding screens then were recognized for both their practical and purely decorative properties. Japanese room-divider screens were also decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of room dividers and decorative screens.
What can I use instead of a room divider?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
There are many things that you can use instead of a room divider. If you want to be able to open up the room or quickly create more privacy, curtains suspended from the ceiling can be a good choice. Folding screens are another option that give you the flexibility to change your room easily. For a more permanent solution, you can divide the room with case goods like bookcases. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of furniture from some of the world's top dealers.
What are those Chinese room dividers called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
Chinese room dividers are also called pingfengs. The term pingfeng in traditional Chinese literally means “wind blocker” or “wind wall.” Some people also refer to these room dividers as folding screens because they consist of hinged panels that allow them to fold up when not in use. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of folding screens from some of the world's top dealers.
Do room dividers fall easily?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
Whether room dividers fall easily depends on a few factors. Generally, the heavier the room divider is, the less likely it is to tip over. Dividers are also less likely to fall if they are properly adjusted. With an accordion-style divider, try bending the panels at a wider angle to create a more sturdy base. Some people choose to install stabilizing brackets on the floor to keep their room dividers upright. Depending on the style of your space, you may also be able to hang a divider from the ceiling or attach one end to a wall. Shop a variety of room dividers on 1stDibs.
What is the cheapest way to divide a room?
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PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020
Lightweight Japanese paper lattice screens known as shōji are a versatile way to define a living space and block drafts. Painted folding screens known as byōbu are also used as decorative elements, often featuring landscapes, animals, and flowering plants. Chinese folding screens were traditionally comprised of monumental hinged panels, intricately carved and decorated with panoramic landscapes or stone inlay.
What is the Carlton room divider made of?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Carlton room divider is a Memphis-style icon made of medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and plastic laminate. A highly sculptural piece, it features a bookcase, drawers and shelves painted in lovely muted primary colors. Shop Carlton room dividers from top sellers on 1stDibs.
Are room dividers a good idea?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
Yes, room dividers are a good idea. The right room divider can make large spaces feel more intimate. Dividers can also make it easier for a space to serve two functions, such as a dining room and a living room. Room dividers can additionally help to ensure privacy when placed in offices, bathrooms and bedrooms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of room dividers.
Who did Ettore Sottsass design the Carlton room divider for?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Ettore Sottsass did not design the Carlton room divider for a specific patron or client. He created the piece while working with the Memphis Group, an art collective that held joint shows from 1981 to 1987. Find a selection of Ettore Sottsass furniture on 1stDibs.

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