Panelling
18th Century Georgian Antique Panelling
Oak
1890s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Panelling
Faience
1950s Vintage Panelling
Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Panelling
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Panelling
Wood
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Panelling
Wood
1790s Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Panelling
Walnut
19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Poplar
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
1850s Chinese Qing Antique Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century English Panelling
Paper
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Mid-20th Century Botswanan Rustic Panelling
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Panelling
Wood, Plastic
Early 1900s Canadian Arts and Crafts Antique Panelling
Pine
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Wood
1980s Tunisian Vintage Panelling
Ceramic
19th Century Antique Panelling
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Panelling
Composition
Early 19th Century French Directoire Antique Panelling
Oak
19th Century French Antique Panelling
Canvas
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Panelling
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Panelling
Oak
Late 17th Century European Baroque Antique Panelling
Fabric
20th Century Panelling
Nickel, Brass
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Panelling
Brass
1950s Belgian Space Age Vintage Panelling
Aluminum
1880s French Country Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Panelling
Wood
19th Century European Regency Antique Panelling
Paper, Birch
2010s Portuguese Modern Panelling
Brass
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Panelling
Bamboo, Rattan
19th Century French Antique Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Walnut
19th Century Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
1890s American Antique Panelling
Copper, Iron
16th Century French Antique Panelling
Paint, Wood
19th Century Antique Panelling
Iron
1940s French Beaux Arts Vintage Panelling
Plaster, Wood
2010s Finnish Post-Modern Panelling
Ash, Cork
1930s French Vintage Panelling
Glass, Wood
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Wood, Paint, Mirror
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Wood, Ebony, Paint
19th Century Spanish Antique Panelling
Wood
1940s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Panelling
Metal
1830s French Art Deco Antique Panelling
Stucco
Late 20th Century Italian Adirondack Panelling
Art Glass, Wood
17th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Wood
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Art Glass, Mirror, Ebony, Paint, Wood, Plywood
1830s Argentine Art Deco Antique Panelling
Bronze
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Paint, Wood, Plywood
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
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.