How do you divide a room quickly?

To quickly divide a room, you can use a freestanding room divider. If you wish to leave the room open but visually divide it, try placing accent rugs under the furniture in different areas. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of room dividers.

What do you call a room divider?

Room dividers can also be referred to as screens or panels.

What are room dividers called?

What room dividers are called depends on their style. Large collapsible walls are partition walls, while sectioned panels with hinges are screens. Japanese-style room dividers are known as shoji blinds. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of room dividers from some of the world's top dealers.

What can be used as room dividers?

The simplest things that can be used as room dividers are room divider furnishings that stand up on their own. You can also use folding screens, pocket doors, bookcases, curtains, trellises, hanging shelves and other objects and furniture pieces as room dividers. On 1stDibs, find a variety of room dividers.

What is the cheapest way to divide a room?

Lightweight Japanese paper lattice screens known as shōji are a versatile way to define a living space and block drafts. Painted folding screens known as byōbu are also used as decorative elements, often featuring landscapes, animals, and flowering plants. Chinese folding screens were traditionally comprised of monumental hinged panels, intricately carved and decorated with panoramic landscapes or stone inlay.

What is the Carlton room divider made of?

The Carlton room divider is a Memphis-style icon made of medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and plastic laminate. A highly sculptural piece, it features a bookcase, drawers and shelves painted in lovely muted primary colors. Shop Carlton room dividers from top sellers on 1stDibs.

Do room dividers fall easily?

Whether room dividers fall easily depends on a few factors. Generally, the heavier the room divider is, the less likely it is to tip over. Dividers are also less likely to fall if they are properly adjusted. With an accordion-style divider, try bending the panels at a wider angle to create a more sturdy base. Some people choose to install stabilizing brackets on the floor to keep their room dividers upright. Depending on the style of your space, you may also be able to hang a divider from the ceiling or attach one end to a wall. Shop a variety of room dividers on 1stDibs.

Are room dividers a good idea?

Yes, room dividers are a good idea. The right room divider can make large spaces feel more intimate. Dividers can also make it easier for a space to serve two functions, such as a dining room and a living room. Room dividers can additionally help to ensure privacy when placed in offices, bathrooms and bedrooms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of room dividers.

What can I use instead of a room divider?

There are many things that you can use instead of a room divider. If you want to be able to open up the room or quickly create more privacy, curtains suspended from the ceiling can be a good choice. Folding screens are another option that give you the flexibility to change your room easily. For a more permanent solution, you can divide the room with case goods like bookcases. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of furniture from some of the world's top dealers.

What are those Chinese room dividers called?

Chinese room dividers are also called pingfengs. The term pingfeng in traditional Chinese literally means “wind blocker” or “wind wall.” Some people also refer to these room dividers as folding screens because they consist of hinged panels that allow them to fold up when not in use. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of folding screens from some of the world's top dealers.

How do I keep my room dividers from falling down

For standing room dividers, make sure you set them up in an accordion or or zig zag fold pattern to keep them from falling down.

Can you use curtains as a room divider?

Yes, you can use curtains as a room divider. To do so, you will need to mount hanging hardware on the ceiling. One of the biggest benefits of using curtains to divide rooms is that they are easy to maneuver when you want to open up a space or close off an area. Shop a range of curtains on 1stDibs.

Can you attach a room divider to the wall?

Yes, you can attach a room divider to a wall using nails or adhesive. However, making holes or using strong chemical glues may damage some room divider materials. If you do choose to anchor a divider, use care when removing it in the future. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of room dividers.

Who did Ettore Sottsass design the Carlton room divider for?

Ettore Sottsass did not design the Carlton room divider for a specific patron or client. He created the piece while working with the Memphis Group, an art collective that held joint shows from 1981 to 1987. Find a selection of Ettore Sottsass furniture on 1stDibs.

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Vintage Six-Panel Calligraphy Screen Divider with Hand-Painted Inscriptions

$5,175 / item

Vintage Six-Panel Calligraphy Screen Divider with Hand-Painted Inscriptions

Located in Yonkers, NY

Perfect as a decorative focal point in a living room, it can also function as a room divider, adding an air of sophistication and privacy.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Four Panel Painted Room Divider, C 1950

$3,250

Mid-Century Modern Four Panel Painted Room Divider, C 1950

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Mid-Century Modern four panel painted and gilt wood fantasy room divider. C 1950

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

Louis XVI Style Room Divider, Fabric & Wood, 20th Century, Floral

$1,060

Louis XVI Style Room Divider, Fabric & Wood, 20th Century, Floral

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A delightful little 18th century-style three-sectional room divider, crafted from fabric stretched over a wooden frame and skilfully printed with a deliberate reproduction of a nicel...

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20th Century French Louis XVI Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Hand-Painted Floral Screen with Butterflies, Vintage Four-Panel Divider

$3,325

Hand-Painted Floral Screen with Butterflies, Vintage Four-Panel Divider

Located in Yonkers, NY

The soft ivory background, with its subtle crackled texture, adds depth and character, reminiscent of antique Chinese lacquered surfaces. Ideal as a room divider, this decorative sc...

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood, Paper

French Four-Panel Room Divider by Fournier Decoration Paris, France, 1980s

$3,145

French Four-Panel Room Divider by Fournier Decoration Paris, France, 1980s

By Fournier Decoration

Located in amstelveen, NL

The beautifully contrasting scenes make this screen exceptionally versatile as both a functional room divider and a decorative statement piece.

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Vintage 1980s French Hollywood Regency Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Gold Leaf

Asian Modernist / Chinese carved & hand painted two-panel screen , divider.

$2,900

Asian Modernist / Chinese carved & hand painted two-panel screen , divider.

Located in Buffalo, NY

Asian Modernist / Chinese carved & hand painted two-panel screen , room divider.Signed by the artist,, Age approbate wear consistent with use and age..

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

Separé Room Divider by Omri Revesz & Damian Tatangelo for Mingardo

$4,095 / item

Separé Room Divider by Omri Revesz & Damian Tatangelo for Mingardo

By Mingardo, Damian Tatangelo, Omri Revesz

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Separé eoom divider by Omri Revesz & Damian Tatangelo for Mingardo. Separè is a multi-use room divider, created with a metal frame that stands out visually and geometrically with a t...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Iron, Brass

Unique Reverso Room Divider in Variable Colors by Draga & Aurel

$9,883 / item

Unique Reverso Room Divider in Variable Colors by Draga & Aurel

By Draga & Aurel

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique Reverso room divider by Draga & Aurel Price for each piece.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

Classic Mid Century Modern Architectural Room Divider's with planter boxes

$2,400 / item

Classic Mid Century Modern Architectural Room Divider's with planter boxes

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Mid Century Modern Architectural Room Divider's with planter boxes.. Salvaged from an amazing Mid Century ,Classic Ranch Home in Buffalo NY.. Most likely custom built for the...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Gaetano Pesce Limited Edition Paravento Risacca Room Divider by Cassina

$131,555

Gaetano Pesce Limited Edition Paravento Risacca Room Divider by Cassina

By Gaetano Pesce, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Limited Edition Room Divider Paravento Risacca designed by Gaetano Pesce .

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Room Divider in Bamboo and Brass, Italy 1970s

$1,834

Mid Century Modern Room Divider in Bamboo and Brass, Italy 1970s

Located in Beograd, RS

Fully foldable and freestanding, the piece can serve as a room divider, privacy screen, decorative backdrop, or sculptural accent.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

Unusual Pop Modernist Painted "wavey" 3-panel Bamboo Screen / Divider

$3,400

Unusual Pop Modernist Painted "wavey" 3-panel Bamboo Screen / Divider

Located in Buffalo, NY

Unusual Pop Modernist Painted "wavey" 3-panel Bamboo Screen / Divider.. Amazing pop modernist colors paired with a rich deep cherry color bamboo..Each panel measures 20"w x 73".h Gre...

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Organic Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Metal

Schonbuch Lola Screen/Divider Designed by Bodo Sperlein in STOCK

$1,500Sale Price|78% Off

Schonbuch Lola Screen/Divider Designed by Bodo Sperlein in STOCK

By Schönbuch

Located in New York, NY

Screenplay in several parts. The LOLA room divider creates new spaces. A modern take on the classic folding partition, it is the work of designer Bodo Sperlein and sets the stage p...

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2010s German Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Lacquer

Christopher Guy "Carree" room divider, or frame for mirror, Brutalist Style

$4,500

Christopher Guy "Carree" room divider, or frame for mirror, Brutalist Style

By Christopher Guy

Located in Buchanan, MI

Christopher Guy "Carree" room divider, or frame for mirror, Brutalist Style

Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

VINTAGE EXOTIC ORIENTAL BIRDS & FLOWERS FOLDING FOUR PANEL PETITE ROOM DIViDER

$614

VINTAGE EXOTIC ORIENTAL BIRDS & FLOWERS FOLDING FOUR PANEL PETITE ROOM DIViDER

Located in Pulborough, GB

Perfect as a decorative screen, room divider, or backdrop, this piece captures the charm of vintage Oriental artistry and craftsmanship.

Category

20th Century British Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Hardwood

The Sign Otto Room Divider in Powder-Coated Aluminum by altreforme

$11,416 / item

The Sign Otto Room Divider in Powder-Coated Aluminum by altreforme

Located in Geneve, CH

The Sign Otto Room Divider in Powder-Coated Aluminum by altreforme Limited Edition Dimensions: D 2 x W 180 x H 180 cm. Materials: Powder-coated aluminum. A divider as an expression ...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Other

Sculptural Room Divider by Fred Leyman, Wrought Iron & Leather, 1963

$21,449

Sculptural Room Divider by Fred Leyman, Wrought Iron & Leather, 1963

By Fred Leyman

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Spectacular sculptural room divider by Fred Leyman, custom-made for Majorna Library in Gothenburg in 1963. This piece is one of four that are each unique, made from wrought iron and ...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Folding Four-Panel Geometric Room Divider in Teak

$1,050

Mid-Century Modern Folding Four-Panel Geometric Room Divider in Teak

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A mid-century modern four-panel geometric room divider crafted in warm teak, offering both style and functionality. The panels fold smoothly and compactly, collapsing down to just 18...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Teak

Extravagant Peacock Room Divider with Wrought Iron details, Netherlands 1970's

$7,435

Extravagant Peacock Room Divider with Wrought Iron details, Netherlands 1970's

Located in Den Haag, NL

Extravagant Peacock Room divider with Wrought Iron details, The Netherlands 1970's.

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Baroque Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wrought Iron

Colorful Midcentury Sunshine Metal Room Divider in- or Outdoor, 1960s

$1,429

Colorful Midcentury Sunshine Metal Room Divider in- or Outdoor, 1960s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Was mounted on the wall, there are holes for wall mounting. Could also be mounted on the ceiling. The paint is partly off, here and there rust. But therefore has its absolute vi...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Iron

Fine Wrought Iron Scrolls Motif 4 panels Room Divider c1970s MINT

$3,400

Fine Wrought Iron Scrolls Motif 4 panels Room Divider c1970s MINT

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Fine Wrought Iron Scrolls Motif 4 panels Room Divider c1970s MINT

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Mid-Century Modern Folding Wood Room Divider by Baumann Fils & Cie

$3,210

French Mid-Century Modern Folding Wood Room Divider by Baumann Fils & Cie

By Baumann France

Located in Berlin, DE

French Mid-Century Modern folding room divider or screen by Baumann Fils & Cie, Paris, dating from the mid-20th century.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Pine

Restored MidCentury Room Divider, by L. Volak, Drevopodnik Holesov, Czech, 1960s

$2,173

Restored MidCentury Room Divider, by L. Volak, Drevopodnik Holesov, Czech, 1960s

By Ludvik Volak, Drevopodnik Holesov

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This iconic room divider is one of the most famous designs by Ludvík Volák. Manufactured in the 1960s by Dřevopodnik Holešov in Czechoslovakia, it has become a globally sought-after ...

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Ash, Lacquer, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron Room Divider by Jean Touret, 1950s

$2,923Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron Room Divider by Jean Touret, 1950s

By Jean Touret, Atelier Marolles

Located in Zevenaar, NL

This iconic room divider was created by the well-known french artist Jean Touret for Atelier des Marolles, who founded the workshop in France during the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wrought Iron

1970s Beech Room Divider by Ludvik Volak for Drevopodnik Holesov

$2,150 / item

1970s Beech Room Divider by Ludvik Volak for Drevopodnik Holesov

By Ludvik Volak, Drevopodnik Holesov

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original condition with minor signs of use.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Beech

Mid-Century Modern Purple Wood Gold Brass Italian Screen Divider

$3,737

Mid-Century Modern Purple Wood Gold Brass Italian Screen Divider

Located in Madrid, ES

Italian floor screen composed of four bodies made of lacquered solid wood, with applications in gold brass and clear glass. Every item LA Studio offers is checked by our team of 10 ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

1950s Four Panel Gold Leaf Room Divider Double-Sided Japanese Inspired

$10,000Sale Price|20% Off

1950s Four Panel Gold Leaf Room Divider Double-Sided Japanese Inspired

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Exceptional 1950s Glamour Japanese inspired Asian Room Divider in Mahogany Wood and Gold Leaf Folding 4 Panel Double Sided Screen custom design.

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Rattan Room Divider, Starburst Design, Mid Century, MCM, Boho Chic, Backdrop

$2,594

Rattan Room Divider, Starburst Design, Mid Century, MCM, Boho Chic, Backdrop

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

This stylish rattan room divider features a starburst design, perfect for adding a touch of mid-century modern (MCM) and boho chic style to any bedroom or living room. Use it as a ba...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Rattan

Post Modern Copper Tone Geometric Folding Room Divider by Robert Sonneman

$2,080Sale Price|35% Off

Post Modern Copper Tone Geometric Folding Room Divider by Robert Sonneman

By George Kovacs, Robert Sonneman

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Post-Modern folding room divider designed by Robert Sonneman for George Kovacs in the United States, circa 1990. This functional design features a quality-crafted brushed metal frame...

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Design Metal Room Divider / Wall, 1960 / 2 items available

$892

Midcentury Design Metal Room Divider / Wall, 1960 / 2 items available

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original condition, - 1960s jr

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Metal

Richard Harvey Sculpta-Grille Model C-20 Freestanding Room Divider, 1959

$6,700Sale Price / item|29% Off

Richard Harvey Sculpta-Grille Model C-20 Freestanding Room Divider, 1959

By Richard Harvey

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This freestanding model C-20 Sculpta-Grille room divider by Richard Harvey for Harvey Design Workshop, Inc was conceptualized and designed in the 1950s and finally released to the pu...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Metal

Black and Gold Four-Panel Screen Divider with Repeating Floral Motif

$3,675

Black and Gold Four-Panel Screen Divider with Repeating Floral Motif

Located in Yonkers, NY

Elegant and versatile, this decorative screen functions equally well as a folding room divider or as a striking wall-mounted artwork.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Leather, Wood

Art Deco Vintage Freestanding Walnut Chest Room Divider circa 1930 Austria

$3,669

Art Deco Vintage Freestanding Walnut Chest Room Divider circa 1930 Austria

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco vintage room divider or small chest from walnut circa 1930, Vienna. A wonderful Art Deco vintage freestanding room divider or small chest from lively walnut veneer and spru...

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Walnut, Spruce

Alvar Aalto Room Divider Model 100 Produced by Artek in Finland

$8,579 / item

Alvar Aalto Room Divider Model 100 Produced by Artek in Finland

By Alvar Aalto

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Room divider model 100 designed by Alvar Aalto. Produced by Artek in Finland.

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Pine

Unusual Art Nouveau Style 3 Panel Decorative Wrought Iron Screen/Divider

$3,800

Unusual Art Nouveau Style 3 Panel Decorative Wrought Iron Screen/Divider

Located in Buffalo, NY

Stunning Art Nouveau style 3 panel iron screen / room divider, Highly decorated, wonderful patina and color pierced iron, lattice, tree motif, Superior quality and con structiion eac...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Art Nouveau Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wrought Iron

Fine Custom Made George Smith Chelsea Hardwood & Floral Upholstered Room Divider

$4,577

Fine Custom Made George Smith Chelsea Hardwood & Floral Upholstered Room Divider

By George Smith

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning George Smith full size room divider which has a mahogany frame and floral upholstery A highly decorative piece of English country...

Category

20th Century English Victorian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Multicolored Room Divider Model "Meteorite" by Sang Hoon Kim, Memory Foam

$34,318

Multicolored Room Divider Model "Meteorite" by Sang Hoon Kim, Memory Foam

By Sang Hoon Kim

Located in Barcelona, ES

Room divider model "Meteorite" Manufactured by Sang Hoon Kim Seoul, 2021 Memory foam His multicolored pieces are made from memory foam that resemble natural shapes, as if they were ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary South Korean Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Foam

Unique Paravent- Lamp, Illuminated room divider from 1988 by Elsa Prochazka

$16,587

Unique Paravent- Lamp, Illuminated room divider from 1988 by Elsa Prochazka

By Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

Movable Room- divider with many tiny lamps outside.[nbsp]This piece of art is a unique piece[nbsp]designed by Elsa Prohazka and manufactured by WOKA LAMPS VIENNA[nbsp]for the Exhibit...

Category

Late 20th Century Austrian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Room Divider, by Ludvík Volák for Dřevopodnik Holešov, Czech, 1960s

$2,173

Mid-Century Room Divider, by Ludvík Volák for Dřevopodnik Holešov, Czech, 1960s

By Ludvik Volak, Drevopodnik Holesov

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Designer: Ludvík Volák Maker: Dřevopodnik Holešov This iconic room divider or partition wall from the 1960s, originating from Czechoslovakia, represents the absolute peak of Mid-Cen...

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer

Douglas Fir Folding Room Divider - Handcrafted by Le Tenon et la Mortaise

$1,017 / item

Douglas Fir Folding Room Divider - Handcrafted by Le Tenon et la Mortaise

By Le Tenon & la Mortaise

Located in Saint-André-de-Kamouraska, CA

DOUGLAS is a three panels room divider, geometric solid-wood folding screen, joined by hinges that fold in both directions, configure into a Z or U shape to carve out a reading corne...

Category

2010s Canadian Organic Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood, Fir

Douglas Fir Folding Room Divider - Handcrafted by Le Tenon et la Mortaise

$1,017 / item

Douglas Fir Folding Room Divider - Handcrafted by Le Tenon et la Mortaise

By Le Tenon & la Mortaise

Located in Saint-André-de-Kamouraska, CA

Elegant Three-Panel Folding Screen - LILAC VERSION DOUGLAS is a three panels room divider, geometric solid-wood folding screen, joined by hinges that fold in both directions, config...

Category

2010s Canadian Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood, Fir

Separè Room Divider with Semi-Transparent and Natural Fabric by Mingardo

$2,116 / item

Separè Room Divider with Semi-Transparent and Natural Fabric by Mingardo

Located in Geneve, CH

Separè room divider with semi-transparent and natural fabric by Mingardo Dimensions: D72 x W20 x H170 cm Materials: Satin natural brass structure and satin natural iron base, Semi...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass, Iron

Restored Room Divider Wall Unit, by Ludvik Volak for Drevopodnik Holesov, 1960s

$2,173

Restored Room Divider Wall Unit, by Ludvik Volak for Drevopodnik Holesov, 1960s

By Ludvik Volak, Drevopodnik Holesov

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This room divider from the 1960s was designed by Ludvik Volak for Drevopodnik Holesov, in Czechoslovakia. Fully restored. Material: Oak, Lacquer Period: 1960-1969 Source: Czech Des...

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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Oak, Lacquer

Asian Hand-Painted Four Panel Upholtered and Framed Table Screen / Divider

$1,250

Asian Hand-Painted Four Panel Upholtered and Framed Table Screen / Divider

Located in Germantown, MD

Asian Japanese Hand-Painted water color Four-Panel Upholtered and Framed Table Screen / Divider in very good vintage condition. Measures 72" in width and stands 36". Blus sky main co...

Category

20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Metal

Riva 1920 MORSE – Perforated Room Divider in Cedar Wood by Authentic Design

$4,130 / item

Riva 1920 MORSE – Perforated Room Divider in Cedar Wood by Authentic Design

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

The MORSE room divider by Riva 1920, designed by Authentic Design, is a sculptural modular paravento composed of hinged panels crafted in solid scented Lebanese cedar wood with glued...

Category

2010s Italian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Cedar

Carlton Wood Room Divider, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano Collection

$29,805 / item

Carlton Wood Room Divider, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano Collection

By Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Milano, Memphis Group

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

Here you are shown an authentic and perfect reproduction of the Carlton bookcase and room divider, originally designed in 1981 by Ettore Sottsass. The vivid colors and seemingly rand...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood, Plastic

Art Deco, Amsterdam School, Room Divider attr. to Jaap Gidding, The Netherlands

$22,307

Art Deco, Amsterdam School, Room Divider attr. to Jaap Gidding, The Netherlands

By Jaap Gidding

Located in Hellouw, NL

Painted wood becomes a stage for movement in this three-panel room divider, where bold composition and vivid form recall the decorative ambitions of the Amsterdam School and early Ar...

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Oak

Soft Futurism Cavalletto Room Divider in Walnut and Linen by Filippo Andrighetto

$18,246 / item

Soft Futurism Cavalletto Room Divider in Walnut and Linen by Filippo Andrighetto

Located in Geneve, CH

Soft Futurism Cavalletto Room Divider in Walnut and Linen by Filippo Andrighetto. Dimensions: W 67 x D 7 x H 180 cm. Materials: Solid walnut, linen, cotton, and brass. The “Cavallet...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

Paul Mccobb for The Irwin Collection by Calvin Furniture Room Divider Shelf

$9,200

Paul Mccobb for The Irwin Collection by Calvin Furniture Room Divider Shelf

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful lacquered enamel wood and brass shelving unit or room divider by Paul Mccobb for Calvin for the Irwin Collection. The unit separate into two pieces if desired. The base c...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Painted Trompe L’Oeil French Style Wallpaper Screen Divider

$2,995

Mid-Century Italian Painted Trompe L’Oeil French Style Wallpaper Screen Divider

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a mid-century Italian French Louis XVI style hand painted wall paper folding screen or room divider. Each panel is a trompe l’oeil neoclassical seen mimicking architectural ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XVI Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Poplar, Paper

1950s Italian Teak and Black-Lacquered Room Divider with Diamond-Patterned Doors

$3,050

1950s Italian Teak and Black-Lacquered Room Divider with Diamond-Patterned Doors

By Gio Ponti, Osvaldo Borsani, Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Dronten, NL

Elegant and rare 1950s Italian mid-century modern room divider and freestanding bookcase crafted in teak and black-stained teak, showcasing the refined craftsmanship and design sensi...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

Blu Di Prussia Otto Room Divider in Powder-Coated Aluminum by altreforme

$13,590 / item

Blu Di Prussia Otto Room Divider in Powder-Coated Aluminum by altreforme

Located in Geneve, CH

Blu Di Prussia Otto Room Divider in Powder-Coated Aluminum by altreforme Limited Edition of 10 Pieces Dimensions: D 2 x W 180 x H 180 cm. Materials: Powder-coated aluminum. The Otto...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

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Modular Metal & Textile Room Divider for Salon of Art + Design by Costantini

$29,500 / item

Modular Metal & Textile Room Divider for Salon of Art + Design by Costantini

By Costantini

Located in New York, NY

Modular Metal & Textile Room Divider for the Salon of Art + Design at the Park Avenue Armory by Costantini and Virginia Harper Costantini collaborated with Virginia Harper for t...

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2010s Argentine Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Metal

Modular Metal & Textile Room Divider for Salon of Art + Design by Costantini

$14,500 / item

Modular Metal & Textile Room Divider for Salon of Art + Design by Costantini

By Costantini

Located in New York, NY

Modular Metal & Textile Room Divider for the Salon of Art + Design at the Park Avenue Armory by Costantini and Virginia Harper Costantini collaborated with Virginia Harper for the 1...

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2010s Argentine Modern Screens and Room Dividers

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Metal

Art Deco Patinated Pine Room Divider by Jomain Baumann for Baumann, France, 1930

$3,431

Art Deco Patinated Pine Room Divider by Jomain Baumann for Baumann, France, 1930

By Jomaine Baumann, Baumann France

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

This XL folding screen, also known as a French paravent, is made from narrow stained pine slats with a flexible tambour construction, creating a sculptural room divider with a warm d...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood, Pine

MOD Raw Steel Room Divider or Wall Art with Interesting Repeated Pattern

$2,250 / item

MOD Raw Steel Room Divider or Wall Art with Interesting Repeated Pattern

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Raw steel panel with a dense, repeating geometric cutout pattern across its full surface. The interlocking forms, arranged in horizontal rows within a rectangular border, create subs...

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Industrial Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Woven Rattan Room Divider by Michael van Beuren, Mid-Century Design Mexico

$6,500

Woven Rattan Room Divider by Michael van Beuren, Mid-Century Design Mexico

By Michael van Beuren

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bauhaus trained, Mexico City based designer, Michael Van Beuren created highly functional modern pieces inspired by Mexican vernacular styles and materials. This example, made in Mex...

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

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Rattan, Pine

"Roomie" a Room Divider by eliaselias in Vintage Fabric, Danish Design, 2023

$3,800

"Roomie" a Room Divider by eliaselias in Vintage Fabric, Danish Design, 2023

Located in Odense, DK

Introducing the "Roomie", a large room divider hand crafted by the visionary eliaselias team in 2023. This innovative piece seamlessly blends functionality and aesthetics, redefining...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

Vintage Bookcase or a Room Divider in bamboo and tinted glass, France 1970s

$2,859

Vintage Bookcase or a Room Divider in bamboo and tinted glass, France 1970s

By Ludvik Volak

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find an elegant mid-century modern room divider and shelving unit in the style of Czech designer Ludvík Volák, dating to the 1970s. The piece features a str...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Bamboo, Smoked Glass

Riva 1920 MA – Modular Wooden Room Divider in Solid Walnut by Authentic Design

$5,568 / item

Riva 1920 MA – Modular Wooden Room Divider in Solid Walnut by Authentic Design

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

The MA room divider by Riva 1920, designed by Authentic Design, is a sculptural modular screen crafted entirely from solid wood.

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2010s Italian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Walnut

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Room Divider Screen For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the room divider screen you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every room divider screen was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a room divider screen, we have 547 options in-stock, while there are 99 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the room divider screen you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A room divider screen is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Ludvik Volak, Drevopodnik Holesov and Charles and Ray Eames each produced at least one beautiful room divider screen that is worth considering.

Finding the Right Screens-room-dividers for You

Whether they are implemented as decorative accents or makeshift partitions to ensure privacy, antique and vintage folding screens and room dividers easily introduce sophistication and depth to any space in your home.

The earliest examples of folding screens are said to have originated in China and go back at least as far as the Han dynasty. Screens of the era were heavy structures made of wood and had hinges of cloth or leather. They were adorned with elaborate landscape paintings that were typically created on silk or paper canvases and applied directly to the screen’s panels afterward. Just as they had been in the 20th century and today, the folding screens then were recognized for both their practical and purely decorative properties.

Japanese room-divider screens were also decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile. They took on considerable event-based importance when the structures gained popularity in the East Asian country, as the folding screens were used in performing arts such as concerts, tea ceremonies and more. Later, artists elsewhere warmed to folding screens and sought to create their own.

In European countries such as France, where they were known as paravent, folding screens began to materialize in apartments in Paris, gaining favor with the likes of pioneering couturier Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, who is said to have accrued more than 30 and used them as a precursor to what we now know as wallpaper.

On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique and vintage folding screens and room dividers, which, given their history, may do a better job of bringing people and cultures together in your home than sectioning off a space. Search by material to find options in metal, fabric or wood, or browse by style for mid-century modern designs and examples from the Art Deco era.

Questions About Room Divider Screen

How do you divide a room quickly?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To quickly divide a room, you can use a freestanding room divider. If you wish to leave the room open but visually divide it, try placing accent rugs under the furniture in different areas. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of room dividers.
What do you call a room divider?
1 Answer
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Room dividers can also be referred to as screens or panels.
What are room dividers called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
What room dividers are called depends on their style. Large collapsible walls are partition walls, while sectioned panels with hinges are screens. Japanese-style room dividers are known as shoji blinds. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of room dividers from some of the world's top dealers.
What can be used as room dividers?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
The simplest things that can be used as room dividers are room divider furnishings that stand up on their own. You can also use folding screens, pocket doors, bookcases, curtains, trellises, hanging shelves and other objects and furniture pieces as room dividers. On 1stDibs, find a variety of room dividers.
What is the cheapest way to divide a room?
1 Answer
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020
Lightweight Japanese paper lattice screens known as shōji are a versatile way to define a living space and block drafts. Painted folding screens known as byōbu are also used as decorative elements, often featuring landscapes, animals, and flowering plants. Chinese folding screens were traditionally comprised of monumental hinged panels, intricately carved and decorated with panoramic landscapes or stone inlay.
What is the Carlton room divider made of?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Carlton room divider is a Memphis-style icon made of medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and plastic laminate. A highly sculptural piece, it features a bookcase, drawers and shelves painted in lovely muted primary colors. Shop Carlton room dividers from top sellers on 1stDibs.
Do room dividers fall easily?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
Whether room dividers fall easily depends on a few factors. Generally, the heavier the room divider is, the less likely it is to tip over. Dividers are also less likely to fall if they are properly adjusted. With an accordion-style divider, try bending the panels at a wider angle to create a more sturdy base. Some people choose to install stabilizing brackets on the floor to keep their room dividers upright. Depending on the style of your space, you may also be able to hang a divider from the ceiling or attach one end to a wall. Shop a variety of room dividers on 1stDibs.
Are room dividers a good idea?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
Yes, room dividers are a good idea. The right room divider can make large spaces feel more intimate. Dividers can also make it easier for a space to serve two functions, such as a dining room and a living room. Room dividers can additionally help to ensure privacy when placed in offices, bathrooms and bedrooms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of room dividers.
What can I use instead of a room divider?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
There are many things that you can use instead of a room divider. If you want to be able to open up the room or quickly create more privacy, curtains suspended from the ceiling can be a good choice. Folding screens are another option that give you the flexibility to change your room easily. For a more permanent solution, you can divide the room with case goods like bookcases. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of furniture from some of the world's top dealers.
What are those paper room dividers called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Paper room dividers are often called decorative screens or merely room dividers depending on the design. The earliest examples of folding screens are said to have originated in China and go back at least as far as the Han dynasty. Screens of the era were heavy structures made of wood and had hinges of cloth or leather. They were adorned with elaborate landscape paintings that were typically created on silk or paper canvases and applied directly to the screen’s panels afterward. Just as they had been in the 20th century and today, the folding screens then were recognized for both their practical and purely decorative properties. Japanese room-divider screens were also decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of room dividers and decorative screens.
What are those Chinese room dividers called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
Chinese room dividers are also called pingfengs. The term pingfeng in traditional Chinese literally means “wind blocker” or “wind wall.” Some people also refer to these room dividers as folding screens because they consist of hinged panels that allow them to fold up when not in use. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of folding screens from some of the world's top dealers.
How do I keep my room dividers from falling down
1 Answer
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
For standing room dividers, make sure you set them up in an accordion or or zig zag fold pattern to keep them from falling down.
Can you use curtains as a room divider?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
Yes, you can use curtains as a room divider. To do so, you will need to mount hanging hardware on the ceiling. One of the biggest benefits of using curtains to divide rooms is that they are easy to maneuver when you want to open up a space or close off an area. Shop a range of curtains on 1stDibs.
Can you attach a room divider to the wall?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
Yes, you can attach a room divider to a wall using nails or adhesive. However, making holes or using strong chemical glues may damage some room divider materials. If you do choose to anchor a divider, use care when removing it in the future. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of room dividers.
Who did Ettore Sottsass design the Carlton room divider for?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Ettore Sottsass did not design the Carlton room divider for a specific patron or client. He created the piece while working with the Memphis Group, an art collective that held joint shows from 1981 to 1987. Find a selection of Ettore Sottsass furniture on 1stDibs.

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