Panelling
19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Poplar
19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
1980s Tunisian Vintage Panelling
Ceramic
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Panelling
Bamboo, Rattan
1790s Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Panelling
Walnut
Early 19th Century French Directoire Antique Panelling
Oak
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Panelling
Scagliola
Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Panelling
Metal
Early 1900s Canadian Arts and Crafts Antique Panelling
Pine
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Panelling
Hardwood
Late 20th Century American Folk Art Panelling
Cotton, Glass, Wood
19th Century Chinese Antique Panelling
Elm, Lacquer
1990s Chinese Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Panelling
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Panelling
Boxwood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Panelling
Wrought Iron
1890s American Antique Panelling
Copper, Iron
Late 17th Century European Baroque Antique Panelling
Fabric
Early 20th Century French Gothic Panelling
Wood, Oak
20th Century British Georgian Panelling
Walnut
1930s French Vintage Panelling
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Panelling
Wood
1840s French Renaissance Revival Antique Panelling
Wood
18th Century and Earlier French Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Panelling
Oak
19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Walnut, Oak
20th Century Italian Panelling
Walnut
Early 20th Century Panelling
Mahogany
19th Century Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Brass
20th Century French Art Deco Panelling
Kingwood
1890s American Antique Panelling
Copper, Iron
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
19th Century French Antique Panelling
Canvas
19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Oak
1830s French Art Deco Antique Panelling
Stucco
1960s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Copper
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Walnut
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century French Regency Antique Panelling
Silver Leaf
1950s Belgian Space Age Vintage Panelling
Aluminum
20th Century French Panelling
Wood
19th Century American Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century Panelling
Bronze, Iron
19th Century American Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood
19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Scagliola
Late 18th Century English Antique Panelling
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Wood, Paint
20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Panelling
Wood
Mid-20th Century Botswanan Rustic Panelling
Wood
1830s Italian Baroque Antique Panelling
Gesso, Stained Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Panelling
Oak
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
16th Century French Antique Panelling
Paint, Wood
Late 20th Century British Panelling
Wood, Oak
19th Century French Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
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.