Panelling
1880s Antique Panelling
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Panelling
Stucco
1980s Canadian Vintage Panelling
Wood
1950s Italian Gothic Revival Vintage Panelling
Wood, Paint
1830s Italian Baroque Antique Panelling
Gesso, Stained Glass, Wood
1970s German Modern Vintage Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Panelling
Gold Leaf
Mid-19th Century German Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
20th Century French Louis XVI Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century Panelling
Bronze, Iron
20th Century British Georgian Panelling
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Panelling
Ceramic
19th Century American Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood
1880s European Victorian Antique Panelling
Mahogany
Late 18th Century English Antique Panelling
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Panelling
Walnut
20th Century French Art Deco Panelling
Art Glass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Panelling
Stucco
20th Century French Panelling
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Panelling
Plywood
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Panelling
Hardwood
19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Wood
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Panelling
Elm, Paper
Early 20th Century Panelling
Mahogany
19th Century American Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood
2010s Portuguese Modern Panelling
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Panelling
Glass, Wood
Late 17th Century Antique Panelling
Abalone
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Iron
Mid-19th Century English Georgian Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
Early 20th Century French Gothic Panelling
Wood, Oak
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Panelling
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
Early 20th Century English Georgian Panelling
Wood, Mahogany
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
1970s Vintage Panelling
Resin, Wood
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Pine
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Panelling
Wood
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Panelling
Metal
Late 19th Century English Antique Panelling
Mahogany, Wood
2010s English Modern Panelling
Glass
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Metal
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Panelling
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Marble, Porphyry
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
1950s French Space Age Vintage Panelling
Iron
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
19th Century Chinese Antique Panelling
Elm, Lacquer
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Panelling
Oak
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Panelling
Poplar
1950s French Space Age Vintage Panelling
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Early 20th Century Panelling
Oak
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.