Panelling
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Sheet Metal
19th Century English Antique Panelling
Late 19th Century Eastlake Antique Panelling
Hardwood
1950s Asian Vintage Panelling
Wood
1920s French Vintage Panelling
Wood
18th Century French Antique Panelling
Poplar
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Panelling
Wood
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Pine
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Panelling
Wood, Oak
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Panelling
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Panelling
Wood, Paint
Late 18th Century French Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
1920s French Louis XV Vintage Panelling
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Panelling
Glass
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Pine
20th Century French Beaux Arts Panelling
Ceramic
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Panelling
Bronze
1910s Unknown Greek Revival Vintage Panelling
Wood
19th Century Antique Panelling
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Panelling
Boxwood
19th Century Asian Antique Panelling
Stone
1980s Canadian Vintage Panelling
Wood
1810s French Neoclassical Antique Panelling
Canvas
Late 19th Century French Antique Panelling
Walnut
1920s French Vintage Panelling
Fabric, Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
18th Century Antique Panelling
Pine
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Panelling
Velvet, Wood
20th Century French Louis XVI Panelling
Wood
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Panelling
Giltwood
Early 19th Century Antique Panelling
Oak
20th Century French Art Deco Panelling
Alpaca, Mirror, Beech, Plywood, Paper
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Pine
Mid-20th Century American Panelling
Wood, Plastic
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
1940s French Beaux Arts Vintage Panelling
Plaster, Wood
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Panelling
Oak
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Panelling
Oak
18th Century and Earlier French Antique Panelling
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Mahogany
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Cherry
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Panelling
Wood
19th Century Renaissance Antique Panelling
Walnut
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Panelling
Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Panelling
Wood
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
1950s American Vintage Panelling
Ceramic
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Iron
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Panelling
Gold Leaf
Early 1900s French Antique Panelling
Plaster, Wood
19th Century French Antique Panelling
Wood
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Panelling
Elm, Paper
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Panelling
Canvas, Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Panelling
Stucco
Late 17th Century Antique Panelling
Abalone
2010s Portuguese Modern Panelling
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Panelling
Glass, Wood
Mid-19th Century English Georgian Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
19th Century American Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood
1860s French Louis XV Antique Panelling
Stone
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.