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.

How tall should a sideboard be in a living room?

How tall a sideboard should be in a living room varies. Most sideboards are 34 to 36 inches tall. If you're using a sideboard as a television stand, the sideboard should be tall enough to allow the center of the television screen to be at eye level. Otherwise, you can typically choose any size sideboard. Shop a range of sideboards on 1stDibs.

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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Beautiful Tall Thai Dividers with Heavy Wood Carving

$6,000

H 96 in W 36 in D 1.15 in

Beautiful Tall Thai Dividers with Heavy Wood Carving

Located in Newmanstown, PA

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Wood

Penca Room Divider Tall by Francisco Torres

$4,595 / item

H 47.25 in W 11.82 in D 41.34 in

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Located in Geneve, CH

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6' 7" Tall Antique Room Divider, English, Needlepoint, Privacy Screen, Regency

$11,986

H 81.5 in W 93.71 in D 1.38 in

6' 7" Tall Antique Room Divider, English, Needlepoint, Privacy Screen, Regency

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

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$778

H 66 in W 56 in D 1 in

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Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

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$2,600

H 73.5 in W 66 in D 1.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Tall Solid Bamboo Wood Room Divider Screen Partition Italy

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-Century Modern tall three double wall-panel solid bamboo wood room divider in dark brown finish

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One Mid-Century Modern Tall Solid Bamboo Wood Room Divider Screen Partition

$1,200

H 73.5 in W 53 in D 2 in

One Mid-Century Modern Tall Solid Bamboo Wood Room Divider Screen Partition

Located in Miami, FL

One Mid-Century Modern tall three wall-panel solid bamboo wood room divider, screen or partition in

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Tall Fern Folding Screen/Room Divider in Walnut with Metal and Fabric Screens

$6,800 / item

H 74 in W 60 in D 0.75 in

Tall Fern Folding Screen/Room Divider in Walnut with Metal and Fabric Screens

By Meredith Hart Furniture

Located in Durham, NC

light through the linen while effectively creating a visual barrier in a room. The linen is pulled

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Steel

English Pair of Early 20th C. Mirror-Paneled Tall Wooden Folding Screens

$4,990 / set

H 88.5 in W 56 in D 1 in

English Pair of Early 20th C. Mirror-Paneled Tall Wooden Folding Screens

Located in Atlanta, GA

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Four Panel Folding Screen Modern Asian Chinoiserie Tall Green Hand Carved

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H 84 in W 64.5 in D 0.75 in

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Located in Topeka, KS

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$1,195 / item

H 96 in W 41 in D 3 in

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Located in Van Nuys, CA

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Cherry Striped Lines Wooden Cube

$2,500

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Cherry Buffalo Plaid Cube

$2,500

H 15.5 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in

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By Fort Makers

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Carved Lines Wooden Cube, Walnut Diagonals

$2,500

H 15.5 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in

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By Fort Makers

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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Carved Lines Wooden Cube, Walnut Quad Plaid

$2,500

H 15.5 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in

Carved Lines Wooden Cube, Walnut Quad Plaid

By Fort Makers

Located in Brooklyn, NY

become taller towers or room dividers. Plus, they beautifully frame other works of art, books and records

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Carved Lines Wooden Cube, Maple Dashes

$2,500

H 15.5 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in

Carved Lines Wooden Cube, Maple Dashes

By Fort Makers

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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H 79 in W 19 in D 2.5 in

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Located in Sagaponack, NY

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H 108 in W 108 in D 1 in

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Located in Florence, IT

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H 75 in W 80 in D 1.5 in

Tall Suede Folding Screen With Decorative Nailhead Trim

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Copper Room Dividers

Located in London, GB

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Pair of Tall Bamboo and Glass Bookcases, Room Dividers

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H 78 in W 28 in D 14 in

Pair of Tall Bamboo and Glass Bookcases, Room Dividers

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Pair of Tall Bamboo and Glass Bookcases, Room Dividers These are a pair of midcentury Age

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Modernistic Tall Screen/Room Divider

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Located in Water Mill, NY

Modernistic Tall Four Panel Cut Out Wood Screen/Room Divider

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Monumental Super Tall Chic Room Divider Screen

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Monumental Super Tall Chic Room Divider Screen

Located in Hopewell, NJ

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8' Tall Blonde Striated Bamboo Screen Room Divider

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8' Tall Blonde Striated Bamboo Screen Room Divider

Located in Phoenix, AZ

8' tall x 10' striated bamboo screen or room divider circa mid 1960's. This curvaceous example can

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Tall Antique Room Divider, English, Velvet, Boudoir, Privacy Screen, Edwardian

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Tall Antique Room Divider, English, Velvet, Boudoir, Privacy Screen, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

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Mid-Century Modern Tall Solid Wood Slat Room Divider/Screen/Partition

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-Century Modern tall four-panel solid wood slat room divider in dark brown finish. Heavy and

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Herman Miller Eames DWR Plywood Ash Tall Folding Screen Room Divider

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H 68 in W 60 in D 2.25 in

Herman Miller Eames DWR Plywood Ash Tall Folding Screen Room Divider

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames, Design Within Reach

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a fantastic, folding screen, room divider, made of ashwood. In excellent

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6' Tall Vintage Room Divider, Japanese, 4 Fold Screen, Mid Century, Circa 1950

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H 72.05 in W 18.31 in D 5.12 in

6' Tall Vintage Room Divider, Japanese, 4 Fold Screen, Mid Century, Circa 1950

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a tall vintage room divider. A Japanese, 4 fold screen, dating to the mid 20th century

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Tall Three Panel Screen

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H 61.5 in W 14 in D 1.5 in

Tall Three Panel Screen

Located in Buchanan, NY

Tall Light Colored Folding Screen with Three Panels. This screen is a rental piece and available

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Extra Tall Raffia Studded Screens

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H 101 in W 54 in D 2 in

Extra Tall Raffia Studded Screens

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of very tall 3-panel dividers in raffia with studs. Back and front identical.

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Pair of Tall Decorative Screens

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H 91 in W 36 in D 1.5 in

Pair of Tall Decorative Screens

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Nice decorative wooden folding screens with a black satin painted finish.

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Tall Asian Inspired Screen by Robert Crowder

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H 105 in W 119 in D 1 in

Tall Asian Inspired Screen by Robert Crowder

By Robert Crowder

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A huge Asian bird and flower screen by Robert Crowder. Six panels with brass hinges. Back of screen is plain beige paper. End panels are 20 1/2\" wide. Four center panels are 19 1/2\...

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Tall Art Nouveau Brass and Mirror Fire Screen

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Tall Art Nouveau Brass and Mirror Fire Screen

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Tall 1940's American Silver Etched and Mirrored Folding Screen

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Tall 1940's American Silver Etched and Mirrored Folding Screen

Located in Queens, NY

1940's American Art Moderne folding screen with six panels, each featuring panes of glass decorated with floral etched silver and framed in mirrored glass. Each panel measures 23 inc...

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6' 6'' Tall Antique Privacy Screen, French Walnut, Glass, Art Nouveau, Victorian

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H 79.73 in W 73.04 in D 0.99 in

6' 6'' Tall Antique Privacy Screen, French Walnut, Glass, Art Nouveau, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

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West Germany "Tall Saplings" Brass Room Dividers, Signed

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H 85 in W 50 in

West Germany "Tall Saplings" Brass Room Dividers, Signed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful pair of heavy welded steel brass room dividers with a gold brass finish. The metal

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Pair of Antique Massive Tall Rustic Doors Wall Panels Room Dividers Screen

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H 93.75 in W 49 in D 3.5 in

Pair of Antique Massive Tall Rustic Doors Wall Panels Room Dividers Screen

Located in San Diego, CA

A great pair of antique rustic wall panels, room dividers can be used as a room divider the way

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Tall Vintage Mirrored Room Divider

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H 96 in W 78 in D 1 in

Tall Vintage Mirrored Room Divider

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This uniquely large glass mirrored room divider features an impressive ninety inch height across

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Tall Folding Screen

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H 95 in W 51 in D 2 in

Tall Folding Screen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Attractive dividing screen with wood rods and chrome. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).

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20th Century Screens and Room Dividers

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Tall Screen with Inset Horse Hair Panels, 1960s

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H 96 in W 92 in D 1 in

Tall Screen with Inset Horse Hair Panels, 1960s

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Screen with frame in walnut and inset horse hair panels, custom designed for a home in Kings Point Long Island, American, 1960s. This screen is unique and beautiful.

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

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Other

Luxurious Tall Custom Screen Upholstered in Pierre Frey Serenite Linen

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H 81 in W 80 in D 0.5 in

Luxurious Tall Custom Screen Upholstered in Pierre Frey Serenite Linen

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Very elegant tall custom upholstered screen having Pierre Frey Japanese inspired embroidered silk

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2010s North American Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Linen

Tall Antique Flemish Leather Screen/Room Divider

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H 88 in W 92 in D 1 in

Tall Antique Flemish Leather Screen/Room Divider

Located in Los Angeles, CA

which creates a completely different yet equally grand vibe. Would fit great in a room with high

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Antique 19th Century Dutch Screens and Room Dividers

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Leather, Wood

Tall Folding Screen

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H 83.5 in W 64 in D 1.5 in

Tall Folding Screen

Located in New York, NY

Four-panel folding screen of lacquered wood with fiberglas panels and burlwood insets. In "Asian Modern" style.

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Vintage 1950s American Screens and Room Dividers

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Wood, Burl

Tall rosewood folding screen

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H 73.5 in W 47.25 in D 1 in

Tall rosewood folding screen

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Tall three panel folding screen made of rosewood from Brazil. Each panel is 15.75

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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Screens and Room Dividers

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Tall screen in orange

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H 82.5 in W 49.5 in

Tall screen in orange

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Tall screen in orange with flower motif on one side and mirrored on the opposite side.

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20th Century American Screens and Room Dividers

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Wood, Mirror

Rare Tall Wire Work Fender

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H 27.75 in W 36 in

Rare Tall Wire Work Fender

Located in Litchfield, CT

Rare Tall Wire Work Fender with brass rail and brass ash guard. Probably American, ca. 1820-1840

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Antique 19th Century Screens and Room Dividers

8 Foot Tall Moderne Screen

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H 96 in W 110 in

8 Foot Tall Moderne Screen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Black Lacquer Screen, 5 panels, Screen Hinges, Opens Either Way. 8 Foot Tall, Bel Air Estate.

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Materials

Wood

Tall Brazilian rosewood folding screen

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H 73.5 in W 47.25 in D 1 in

Tall Brazilian rosewood folding screen

Located in Hollywood, CA

A tall, three panel folding screen made of beautiful Rosewood from Brazil. Many pieces are

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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Screens and Room Dividers

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Tall Whimscal Screen Covered in Paisley Fabric

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H 96.5 in W 62 in

Tall Whimscal Screen Covered in Paisley Fabric

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Tall screen in paisley fabric - stretched on wood structure with hinges. The fabric is a

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20th Century Unknown Screens and Room Dividers

Tall - 1970s Five Panel Carved Wood Screen

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H 104 in W 54 in D 1 in

Tall - 1970s Five Panel Carved Wood Screen

Located in TUJUNGA, CA

Impressive 8'6"H five panel carved oak screen. Measures 54"W as shown in photos. Each panel measures 11.5"W. The wood has a thin rubbed cream colored stain.

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Vintage 1970s American Screens and Room Dividers

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Oak

8 Foot Tall Four-Panel Woven Rattan Screen / Divider

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H 96 in W 62 in D 1 in

8 Foot Tall Four-Panel Woven Rattan Screen / Divider

Located in Pasadena, CA

tonality. The screen measures 96" in height which allows the piece to work as a true room divider (each

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

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Tall American Art Deco Three Panel Geometric Folding Screen

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H 86.5 in W 90 in

Tall American Art Deco Three Panel Geometric Folding Screen

Located in Coral Gables, FL

The three hand painted on canvas American art deco panels in this folding screen came from a 1920’s movie theatre. The previous owner had them professionally mounted to form the hin...

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Tall Three-Panel, Grey Mirrored Screen

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H 90 in W 18 in D 1 in

Tall Three-Panel, Grey Mirrored Screen

Located in Oaks, PA

Tall Three Panel Grey Mirrored Screen, Each panel is 18" wide by 90" high for a total of 54" wide

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

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Metal

Pair of Tall French Triple-Panel Oak Screens

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H 78.25 in W 48.5 in D 1.75 in

Pair of Tall French Triple-Panel Oak Screens

Located in Woodbury, CT

put them together as screens, but they are beautiful! Tall, with three recessed panels on each of the

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Early 20th Century French Screens and Room Dividers

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Wood, Paint, Canvas

1940's Hollywood Regency Asian "Chinoiserie" Room Dividing Screen - Petite i

$768Sale Price|20% Off

H 36 in W 2.75 in D 42 in

1940's Hollywood Regency Asian "Chinoiserie" Room Dividing Screen - Petite i

Located in Opa Locka, FL

c1940's Hollywood Regency Asian "Chinoiserie" Room Dividing Screen. Artisan made. Petite in size. 4 panels.

Category

Vintage 1940s Chinese Hollywood Regency Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

DOUGLAS Room Divider - Lilac - Handcrafted in Canada - Le Tenon & la Mortaise

$1,125 / item

H 71 in W 17 in D 7 in

DOUGLAS Room Divider - Lilac - Handcrafted in Canada - Le Tenon & la Mortaise

By Le Tenon & la Mortaise

Located in Saint-André-de-Kamouraska, CA

Elegant Three-Panel Folding Screen - LILAC VERSION Bring softness and sophistication to your interiors with this slender, three-panel screen, thoughtfully designed to define spaces ...

Category

2010s Canadian Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood, Fir

Sculptural Three-Panel Midcentury Bamboo Screen Room Divider

$1,750

H 72.05 in W 71.66 in D 1.19 in

Sculptural Three-Panel Midcentury Bamboo Screen Room Divider

Located in Den Haag, NL

Sculptural three-panel midcentury bamboo screen room divider.

Category

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

Materials

Bamboo

Minimalist Four-Panel Wrought Iron Room Divider / Screen

$960Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 73 in W 64 in D 0.5 in

Minimalist Four-Panel Wrought Iron Room Divider / Screen

Located in San Diego, CA

A very cool and simple Minimalist four-panel wrought iron room divider / screen, circa 1970s. The screen is split into two pieces with two panels each and can be used separately or t...

Category

20th Century American Minimalist Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wrought Iron

English 19th Century Edwardian Folding Screen

$7,500

H 71.75 in W 124.75 in D 1 in

English 19th Century Edwardian Folding Screen

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A massive antique English five-panel folding screen from the 19th century, this was probably used in a commercial or hospitality setting to divide a large space into more intimate pr...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Edwardian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Cotton, Mahogany

Vintage Three Panel Ebonized Shutter Form Mirrored Room Divider or Screen

$1,600

H 80.13 in W 18 in D 3.38 in

Vintage Three Panel Ebonized Shutter Form Mirrored Room Divider or Screen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage shutter-form trifold/three panel screen or room divider with segmented mirror front and decorative brass lion pulls (ca. 1970s, USA). All original condition - the shutters re...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

Painted Wooden Folding Screen, 5 Panels, 20th Century.

$1,623

H 50.4 in W 23.23 in D 0.99 in

Painted Wooden Folding Screen, 5 Panels, 20th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Painted wooden folding screen, 5 panels, 20th century. Painted wooden folding screen, 5 panels, 20th century. Centre: H: 128cm, W: 59cm, D: 2.5cm Sides: H: 128cm, W: 40cm, D: 2,5cm...

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Italian Art Nouveau wood and brown fabric screen with floral pattern, late 1800s

$1,082

H 57.88 in W 57.09 in D 1.97 in

Italian Art Nouveau wood and brown fabric screen with floral pattern, late 1800s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Art Nouveau wood and brown fabric screen with floral pattern, late 1800s Folding screen with wooden structure, composed of three adjustable panels. The structure is finely ca...

Category

Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Light Gray Privacy Screen or Room Divider with 50's Printed Fabric

$625

H 66.875 in W 0.75 in D 58.25 in

Mid-Century Light Gray Privacy Screen or Room Divider with 50's Printed Fabric

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original 1950's light gray enameled metal frame privacy screen or room divider with original 1950's printed fabric. The frame is visibly aged with heavy patina, scratching and some e...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

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Tall Room Dividers For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of tall room dividers available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct tall room dividers — often made from wood, metal and fabric — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of tall room dividers available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Louis XVI tall room dividers are consistently popular styles. Design Within Reach, Charles and Ray Eames and Meredith Hart Furniture each produced beautiful tall room dividers that are 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 Tall Room Dividers

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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.
How tall should a sideboard be in a living room?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
How tall a sideboard should be in a living room varies. Most sideboards are 34 to 36 inches tall. If you're using a sideboard as a television stand, the sideboard should be tall enough to allow the center of the television screen to be at eye level. Otherwise, you can typically choose any size sideboard. Shop a range of sideboards on 1stDibs.
Who did Ettore Sottsass design the Carlton room divider for?
1 Answer
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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