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What is the difference between a lamp and a luminaire?
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The difference between a lamp and a luminaire is that a luminaire is a full lighting unit that includes a lamp or lamps as well as the components that distribute the light, whereas luminaires can be traditional incandescent, fluorescent, or other electric-discharge luminaires. While the precise term for this type of light source is "lamp," the term "bulb" is more generally used. Shop a range of antique and vintage lamps and luminaires on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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By Luminaire, Niermann Weeks
Located in Miami, FL
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Materials
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Materials
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Set of 3 MCM Brass & Lucite Wall Sconces by Pierre Guariche for Luminai
By Luminaire, Pierre Guariche
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Set of 3 wall lights by Pierre Guariche from the Luminaires lamp company with original sales tags. Crafted with a blend of brass and lucite, these lights feature a Googie-inspired st...
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Vintage 1960s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
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$1,665 Sale Price / set
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SATURDAY SALE
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Materials
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$1,450 Sale Price
50% Off
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By Luminaire
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Catalonia Embroideries Wood Beads, Sisal Flush Mount Light Fixture
By Luminaire
Located in Miami, FL
Catalonia Embroideries Luminaire Wood Bead Light Fixture
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Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Flush Mount
Materials
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