Panelling
1830s French Art Deco Antique Panelling
Stucco
2010s Portuguese Modern Panelling
Brass
19th Century American Industrial Antique Panelling
Plaster, Paint
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Panelling
Bamboo, Rattan
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
Early 19th Century Antique Panelling
Wrought Iron
19th Century Belgian Renaissance Antique Panelling
Glass
18th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Panelling
Stucco, Lacquer
19th Century English Antique Panelling
Early 19th Century French Directoire Antique Panelling
Glass, Wood
20th Century British Gothic Revival Panelling
Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Walnut
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Panelling
Stone
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Mahogany
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Bamboo, Rattan
1870s Dutch Antique Panelling
Carrara Marble
1690s French Louis XVI Antique Panelling
Stone
1950s Asian Vintage Panelling
Wood
20th Century Chinoiserie Panelling
Wood
Early 20th Century Panelling
Cement
1970s American Vintage Panelling
Mahogany, Glass
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Panelling
Wrought Iron
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Panelling
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Panelling
Copper, Steel
1950s French Industrial Vintage Panelling
Aluminum
Early 19th Century Antique Panelling
Wrought Iron
Mid-19th Century Antique Panelling
Limestone
Early 20th Century Panelling
Glass
1880s French Art Nouveau Antique Panelling
Stained Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Panelling
Reed
21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Panelling
Grasscloth, Seagrass, Paper
2010s Japanese Modern Panelling
Grasscloth, Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Panelling
Reed
1740s English Antique Panelling
1990s Indian 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Originally made for functional use to reflect sunlight, reduce drafts and create shade, antique and vintage panelling and screens have expanded to be decorative elements.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.