Panelling
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Panelling
Brass
Early 1900s French Antique Panelling
Plaster, Wood
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Panelling
Metal
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Porcelain, Wood
Early 20th Century Art Deco Panelling
Iron
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Panelling
Oak
Early 20th Century Edwardian Panelling
Tulipwood, Pine
Early 20th Century English Victorian Panelling
Wood, Oak
Early 20th Century Japonisme Panelling
Paper
Early 20th Century English Empire Panelling
Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century English Panelling
Paper
Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Panelling
Ceramic
Early 1900s Canadian Arts and Crafts Antique Panelling
Pine
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Panelling
Boxwood
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Panelling
Boxwood
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Panelling
Giltwood
Early 20th Century Panelling
Bronze, Iron
Early 20th Century Panelling
Bronze, Iron
Early 20th Century Chinese Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century Panelling
Oak
Early 20th Century American Directoire Panelling
Iron
Early 20th Century Panelling
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Panelling
Wood, Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century Panelling
Oak
Early 20th Century Panelling
Oak
Early 20th Century Panelling
Oak
Early 20th Century Panelling
Teak
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Panelling
Metal
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Panelling
Velvet, Wood
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Panelling
Wood
1940s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Panelling
Metal
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Panelling
Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Panelling
Stucco, Lacquer
1920s Italian Vintage Panelling
Wood
1940s French Beaux Arts Vintage Panelling
Plaster, Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Panelling
Glass, Elm
1920s Italian Vintage Panelling
Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Panelling
Wood
1920s Indian Vintage Panelling
Teak
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Originally made for functional use to reflect sunlight, reduce drafts and create shade, antique and vintage panelling and screens have expanded to be decorative elements.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.