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What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?
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The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
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Two 1950 Mid-Century Modern Brass Wall Sconces by Oscar Torlasco for Lumi Milano
By Lumi, Oscar Torlasco
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This pair of 1950s Mid-Century Modern wall sconces represents a masterful collaboration between renowned designer Oscar Torlasco and the prestigious Italian lighting manufacturer Lum...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Brass Wall Lamps by Oscar Torlasco, Italy, 1960s
By Oscar Torlasco, Arredoluce
Located in Hagenbach, DE
These exquisite wall lamps, designed by renowned Italian designer Oscar Torlasco in the 1960s, embody the elegance and craftsmanship of mid-century Italian lighting. Featuring a soli...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Brass Wall Lamps by Oscar Torlasco, Italy, 1960s
By Oscar Torlasco, Arredoluce
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant pair of brass wall lamps was designed by renowned Italian designer Oscar Torlasco in the 1960s. Featuring an organic and sculptural form, each lamp is composed of three ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Ecoluce Table Lamp by Oscar Torlasco, Italy, 1970s
By Oscar Torlasco, Egoluce
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Elegant and rare table lamp designed by Oscar Torlasco for Ecoluce, Italy, circa 1970s. This refined piece is a strong example of Italian modernist design, combining sculptural form ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Oscar Torlasco Mid Century Modern Desk Light Mod. No '577' for Lumi Italy 1960s
By Lumi, Oscar Torlasco
Located in Munich, DE
Lovely Mid Century Modern desk light or table lamp. Model No '577'. Designed by the famous Italian Designer Oscar Torlasco for Lumi, Milan, 1960s. Marked: Manufacturer's label LUMI ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Oscar Torlasco Sputnik Chandelier, Brass, 15 Arms, Italy, 1960s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in Long Island City, NY
Sputnik chandelier by Oscar Torlasco in brass.
Designed and made in Italy, 1960s.
15 arms with candelabra sockets.
Complimentary US rewiring upon request.
Height ( overall drop) is a...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass


