Panelling
Mid-18th Century Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak, Paint
Late 19th Century Antique Panelling
Wood, Pine
2010s Mexican Brutalist Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Panelling
Brass
17th Century French Antique Panelling
Softwood
19th Century British Gothic Revival Antique Panelling
Oak
Early 1900s French Antique Panelling
Plaster, Wood
1880s French Country Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
2010s Italian Organic Modern Panelling
Metal
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Mahogany
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Aluminum
Early 20th Century English Empire Panelling
Bronze
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Panelling
Walnut
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Wood
Early 18th Century English Jacobean Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
1950s Asian Vintage Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
1980s Italian Vintage Panelling
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Wood
1980s Italian Vintage Panelling
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Panelling
Porcelain, Wood
Early 20th Century English Panelling
Paper
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
Early 20th Century Art Deco Panelling
Iron
19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Oak
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Panelling
Oak
Early 20th Century Edwardian Panelling
Tulipwood, Pine
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Panelling
Pine
19th Century French Antique Panelling
Wood
1950s American Vintage Panelling
Ceramic
Late 19th Century French Antique Panelling
Walnut
Early 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Panelling
Pine
19th Century Moorish Antique Panelling
Bronze
Early 20th Century English Victorian Panelling
Wood, Oak
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Pine
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Art Glass
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Wood
19th Century Chinese Antique Panelling
Ceramic
20th Century Belgian French Provincial Panelling
Metal
1950s European Vintage Panelling
Wood
Mid-20th Century European Panelling
Wood
1960s American Victorian Vintage Panelling
Iron
1850s French Napoleon III Antique Panelling
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Panelling
Wood
17th Century French Renaissance Antique Panelling
Wood
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Panelling
Pine
2010s Finnish Post-Modern Panelling
Brass
2010s Portuguese Modern Panelling
Brass
20th Century French Panelling
Wood
19th Century European Regency Antique Panelling
Paper, Birch
19th Century French Antique Panelling
Canvas
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Panelling
Walnut
2010s English Modern Panelling
Glass
1890s American Antique Panelling
Copper, Iron
1890s North American Antique Panelling
Copper, Iron
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.