Panelling
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Porcelain, Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Art Glass
Late 19th Century French Antique Panelling
Walnut
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Wood
1950s American Vintage Panelling
Ceramic
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Panelling
Walnut
Late 20th Century Italian Adirondack Panelling
Art Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Panelling
Wood, Plastic
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Elm
1990s American Modern Panelling
Brass
1890s Chinese Antique Panelling
Wood
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Panelling
Metal
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Panelling
Brass
1940s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Panelling
Metal
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Panelling
Metal
19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Panelling
Wood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Panelling
Mahogany
18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Cherry
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Panelling
Wood
1880s French Country Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
19th Century British Gothic Revival Antique Panelling
Oak
1970s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Copper
19th Century Moorish Antique Panelling
Bronze
17th Century French Antique Panelling
Softwood
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Mahogany
17th Century French Renaissance Antique Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Panelling
Pine
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Panelling
Walnut
1880s European Victorian Antique Panelling
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Panelling
Walnut
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Panelling
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century American Panelling
Wood
1920s French Neoclassical Vintage Panelling
Wood
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Mahogany
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Panelling
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.