Panelling
Early 18th Century French Antique Panelling
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Oak
Early 19th Century French Directoire Antique Panelling
Oak
1990s Chinese Panelling
Wood
16th Century French Antique Panelling
Paint, Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Wood
1790s Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Panelling
Walnut
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Panelling
Wood
19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Walnut, Oak
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
20th Century Italian Panelling
Walnut
Late 17th Century European Baroque Antique Panelling
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Early 1900s Canadian Arts and Crafts Antique Panelling
Pine
1840s French Renaissance Revival Antique Panelling
Wood
19th Century French Antique Panelling
Canvas
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Panelling
Wrought Iron
2010s Danish Panelling
Steel
2010s Danish Panelling
Steel
Early 1900s French Antique Panelling
Plaster, Wood
1830s Italian Baroque Antique Panelling
Gesso, Stained Glass, Wood
20th Century British Georgian Panelling
Walnut
19th Century Chinese Antique Panelling
Elm, Lacquer
18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Panelling
Wood
18th Century and Earlier French Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
20th Century French Art Deco Panelling
Art Glass
19th Century American Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Panelling
Scagliola
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Panelling
Velvet, Wood
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Sheet Metal
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Brass, Other
1950s Belgian Space Age Vintage Panelling
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Wood
Mid-20th Century Spanish Panelling
Wood
20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Panelling
Wood
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Paint, Wood, Plywood
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Panelling
Pine
Late 20th Century American Folk Art Panelling
Cotton, Glass, Wood
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century French Regency Antique Panelling
Silver Leaf
Late 20th Century British Panelling
Wood, Oak
1930s French Vintage Panelling
Glass, Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Panelling
Stainless Steel
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Wood, Paint, Mirror
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Walnut
19th Century Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Brass
19th Century American Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Panelling
Stucco
19th Century English Antique Panelling
Early 20th Century Panelling
Oak
Early 20th Century Panelling
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Panelling
Composition
Late 18th Century English Antique Panelling
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
1890s American Antique Panelling
Copper, Iron
2010s Danish Panelling
Steel
2010s Danish Panelling
Steel
1830s French Art Deco Antique Panelling
Stucco
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Panelling
Poplar
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.




