Timeless Elegance for Flexible Interiors
A well-chosen antique room divider can transform your interior—whether creating a discreet home office, defining distinct living and sleeping areas in a studio, or simply adding a decorative focal point to a larger space. At Nicholas Wells Antiques, our collection of antique room dividers and freestanding screens offers elegant and functional solutions that remain as relevant today as they were when first crafted.
Our range includes finely painted and lacquered folding screens, richly upholstered examples, and decorative panels with gilt, chinoiserie, and tapestry embellishments. Many date from the 18th and 19th centuries, when screens were essential to refined interiors, providing both privacy and an opportunity for artistic display. Each piece is carefully selected for its beauty, craftsmanship, and condition, ensuring it enhances your home while offering flexible practicality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: From what periods do your antique room dividers come?
A: Most of our examples are from the 18th and 19th centuries, including Georgian, Regency, and Victorian screens, as well as Continental and Asian lacquered examples.
Q: What materials are most common?
A: We offer screens in lacquer, tapestry, giltwood, upholstered fabrics, and painted panels, often decorated with chinoiserie, pastoral, or neoclassical scenes.
Q: Are antique screens still practical for modern use?
A: Absolutely. They remain ideal for dividing rooms, creating privacy, or simply adding decorative depth to an interior.
Q: What is the difference between a room divider and a folding screen?
A: The terms are often used interchangeably, though folding screens typically consist of multiple hinged panels, while room dividers can also be single freestanding structures.
Q: Can antique screens be used as wall art?
A: Yes. Many collectors use screens as decorative backdrops, mounted or displayed against walls for dramatic effect.
Q: Do you ship large screens internationally?
A: Yes. We work with specialist art shippers to ensure safe, insured worldwide delivery of even the most delicate folding screens.
Explore our Antique Room Dividers & Screens to discover versatile pieces that combine artistry, privacy, and timeless design for both traditional and contemporary interiors.
