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What are the panels on walls called?
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What the panels used to decorate walls are called depends on their design. Generally, the panels go by the name wainscoting. Beadboard is one of the most common types and features vertical grooves along its surface. Shop a range of antique and vintage wall panels on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique Carved Mahogany Hanging Wall Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Formerly part of a run of reclaimed wall panelling from a period panelled room, this decorative antique wall panel is an excellent example of traditional Victorian carving.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Carved Mahogany Decorative Wall Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Formerly part of a run of reclaimed wall panelling from a period panelled room, this decorative antique wall panel is an excellent example of traditional Victorian carving.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Mahogany
Handcarved 19th Century Mahogany Decorative Wall Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Formerly part of a run of reclaimed wall panelling from a period panelled room, this decorative antique wall panel is an excellent example of traditional Victorian carving.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Mahogany
Antique 20th Century Domed Wall Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique 20th century domed wall panel.
The intricate design of the carved lime wood features carved fruits and musical instruments to a pale background with beautiful gilded deco...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Regency Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Sculptural Victorian Iron Wall Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A high-quality sculptural and unusual mid 19th century iron wall panel, brilliantly crafted with a bold and design synonymous with Victorian style.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Decorative Art
Materials
Metal, Iron
Antique French Walnut Wall-Panel, circa 1800-1820
Located in New Orleans, LA
Magnificent Antique French Walnut Wall-Panel, circa 1800-1820.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Walnut


