Panelling
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
19th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Panelling
Walnut
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Steel
18th Century Antique Panelling
Pine
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Panelling
Bamboo, Rattan
2010s English Panelling
Cotton, Linen, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Panelling
Boxwood
Early 20th Century Panelling
Bronze, Iron
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Panelling
Boxwood
Early 20th Century Chinese Panelling
Wood
19th Century American Industrial Antique Panelling
Plaster, Paint
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Panelling
Giltwood
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Walnut
19th Century English Renaissance Revival Antique Panelling
Wood, Pine
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Panelling
Hardwood
2010s English Panelling
Cotton, Linen, Walnut, Oak
1950s French Space Age Vintage Panelling
Wood
1950s French Space Age Vintage Panelling
Iron
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Pine
1810s French Neoclassical Antique Panelling
Canvas
18th Century Italian Antique Panelling
Poplar
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Panelling
Elm
Late 19th Century Eastlake Antique Panelling
Hardwood
19th Century Antique Panelling
Fabric, Wood
1890s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Panelling
Faience
2010s Italian Modern Panelling
Aluminum
1970s Italian Vintage Panelling
Copper
1980s Canadian Vintage Panelling
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Panelling
Wood, Plastic
Early 20th Century American Directoire Panelling
Iron
1950s American Vintage Panelling
Ceramic
16th Century French Antique Panelling
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Panelling
Poplar
1830s Italian Baroque Antique Panelling
Gesso, Stained Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Panelling
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Panelling
Marble
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
1880s American Industrial Antique Panelling
Tin
Early 20th Century Panelling
Oak
20th Century Panelling
Nickel, Brass
Mid-18th Century Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak, Paint
Late 19th Century Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
Late 19th Century Antique Panelling
Wood, Pine
Late 19th Century Antique Panelling
Wood, Oak
1880s European Victorian Antique Panelling
Mahogany
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Panelling
Pine
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.