Panelling
19th Century British Gothic Revival Antique Panelling
Oak
1950s Asian Vintage Panelling
Wood
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Panelling
Enamel
Mid-20th Century French Panelling
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Mid-20th Century French Panelling
Plywood
1950s American Vintage Panelling
Ceramic
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Aluminum
18th Century and Earlier French Louis XIV Antique Panelling
Oak, Wood
1920s Italian Vintage Panelling
19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Panelling
Wood
1880s Antique Panelling
19th Century Chinese Antique Panelling
Elm, Lacquer
1870s Dutch Antique Panelling
Carrara Marble
1880s French Country Antique Panelling
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Panelling
Cement
19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Panelling
Oak
19th Century Moorish Antique Panelling
Bronze
1850s French Napoleon III Antique Panelling
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
Late 18th Century French Antique Panelling
Terracotta
19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Antique Panelling
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Cherry
20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Panelling
Teak
19th Century Gothic Revival Antique Panelling
Iron
Late 18th Century European Antique Panelling
Iron
Early 1900s French Antique Panelling
Paint, Oak
1980s European Vintage Panelling
Metal
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Panelling
Iron
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Aluminum
19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Panelling
Wrought Iron
2010s American Panelling
Steel
Late 19th Century Rococo Antique Panelling
20th Century Panelling
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Panelling
1790s Antique Panelling
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Panelling
Wood
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Originally made for functional use to reflect sunlight, reduce drafts and create shade, antique and vintage panelling and screens have expanded to be decorative elements.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.