Panelling
1950s American Vintage Panelling
Ceramic
19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Panelling
Wood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Panelling
Mahogany
18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Panelling
Wood
19th Century British Gothic Revival Antique Panelling
Oak
17th Century French Antique Panelling
Softwood
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Panelling
Wood
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Mahogany
1970s American Vintage Panelling
Mahogany, Glass
19th Century Indonesian Antique Panelling
Wood
17th Century French Renaissance Antique Panelling
Wood
19th Century Moorish Antique Panelling
Bronze
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Wood
1750s French Antique Panelling
Oak
1880s European Victorian Antique Panelling
Mahogany
19th Century Japanese Antique Panelling
Wood
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Panelling
Wood
1920s French Neoclassical Vintage Panelling
Wood
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Panelling
Wood
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Jacaranda
19th Century French Other Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
19th Century Antique Panelling
Early 20th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Panelling
Early 20th Century Italian Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century French Panelling
Canvas, Wood
Early 20th Century French Panelling
Wood, Canvas
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Originally made for functional use to reflect sunlight, reduce drafts and create shade, antique and vintage panelling and screens have expanded to be decorative elements.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.