Panelling
Late 20th Century Italian Adirondack Panelling
Art Glass, Wood
Late 18th Century French Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Wood, Ebony, Paint
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Aluminum
2010s Finnish Post-Modern Panelling
Ash, Cork
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
Late 19th Century English Antique Panelling
Mahogany, Wood
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Wood, Plywood, Paint
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Plywood, Wood
19th Century German Antique Panelling
Art Glass, Wood
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Wood, Paint
1950s French Space Age Vintage Panelling
Iron
2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Revival Panelling
Paint, Wood, Plywood
2010s Finnish Post-Modern Panelling
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Brass, Other
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Panelling
Oak
1830s Argentine Art Deco Antique Panelling
Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
19th Century European Regency Antique Panelling
Paper, Birch
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
Late 20th Century German Art Nouveau Panelling
Wood
1950s French Space Age Vintage Panelling
Iron
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Other
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
1950s American Vintage Panelling
Ceramic
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
17th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Walnut
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Brass, Other
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Other
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
1960s Belgian Vintage Panelling
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Mid-20th Century Spanish Panelling
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Aluminum
2010s German Post-Modern Panelling
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Early 20th Century Panelling
Teak
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Aluminum
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Fiberglass, Lacquer
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Aluminum
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
18th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
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.