Panelling
1970s Vintage Panelling
Resin, Wood
1970s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Copper
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Art Glass
1970s Italian Vintage Panelling
Copper
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Wood
1970s German Modern Vintage Panelling
Wood
1880s French Country Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
19th Century British Gothic Revival Antique Panelling
Oak
Early 20th Century English Empire Panelling
Bronze
19th Century Moorish Antique Panelling
Bronze
17th Century French Antique Panelling
Softwood
1950s French Louis XVI Vintage Panelling
Wood
1850s French Napoleon III Antique Panelling
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
Early 20th Century Panelling
Walnut
20th Century French Art Deco Panelling
Art Glass
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Pine
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Panelling
Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Gold Leaf
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Cane, Oak
1970s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Copper
1970s French Vintage Panelling
Stainless Steel
1970s French Vintage Panelling
Mirror, Wood
Period/Style: Chinoiserie
Country: China
Date: 1960's
A Beautiful set of 8 mounted handpainted Chinese panels, probably by Gracie...
1970s Chinese Vintage Panelling
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Originally made for functional use to reflect sunlight, reduce drafts and create shade, antique and vintage panelling and screens have expanded to be decorative elements.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.