Pair of Antique Handcarved Oak Romayne-Type Wall Hanging Panels

A handsome pair of antique handcarved oak romayne-type wall hanging panels dating back to circa 1550.

More than 475 years old, these romayne-type panels are originals of the period, offering a glimpse into the styles of 16th century England.

Romayne panels are defined by their roundels to the centre, often carved with Renaissance or medieval style figures between scrolls and carved foliage. One of these is carved as a solider wearing an armour and helmet; the other a maiden wearing a cap and floral dress.

Fashionable architectural pieces of the 16th century, romayne panels like these would’ve originally been used alongside several plain and carved panels to clad interior walls, providing stylish decoration as well as reducing draughts. Doors, cabinets and furniture were also decorated with similar panels, the profile romayne heads carved in low relief.

Similar examples can be found in prestigious museums across the globe including this one from London’s V&A.

Affixed with hooks to the reverse, these antique carved oak panels are ready for mounting on an interior wall.