Find a variety of Asian screens and panels available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of
wood,
paper and
metal, all Asian screens and panels available were constructed with great care. We have 1138 antique and vintage Asian screens and panels in-stock, while there are 31 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of Asian screens and panels available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of Asian screens and panels to choose from, but at 1stDibs,
Mid-Century Modern,
Modern and
Art Deco Asian screens and panels are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made Asian screens and panels over the years, but those made by
Japanese School,
Robert Crowder and
Maitland Smith are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
Prices for Asian screens and panels can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, Asian screens and panels begin at $200 and can go as high as $185,000, while the average can fetch as much as $6,381.
Traditional Asian paintings were often created on scrolls and folding screens. Artisans made screens that could be folded up or spread out by connecting several panels using hinges. Today, antique Asian folding screens and paintings are sophisticated decorative accents that can serve as makeshift partitions to ensure privacy.
The original folding screens were created by Chinese artists. The earliest record of screens comes from the 2nd century B.C., and surviving examples date back to the Ming dynasty. Chinese painting utilizes many of the same tools as calligraphy — these screens were crafted from wood with painted panels featuring striking art or calligraphy that told cultural stories or represented nature and life in the area.
The practice was introduced to Japan, where paintings for screens were made on paper and silk, in the 8th century. These paintings frequently feature subjects such as landscapes, animals, flowers and Buddhist religious themes. Along with screens for tea ceremonies and dance backgrounds, there were screens for use in Shinto and Buddhist temples.
In the 17th century, screens began to be imported to Europe where their popularity grew. Coco Chanel famously collected Coromandel folding screens.
Traditional Asian paintings can make a tasteful addition to any wall, and screens can be used as decoration or, in the case of larger iterations, as an aesthetic way to divide a large room. Browse the selection of antique Asian paintings and screens from a variety of styles and eras on 1stDibs.