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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.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
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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...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Minimal Wall Sconce Lumi Design Oscar Torlasco, 1950s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Minimal wall sconce Lumi design Oscar Torlasco, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$670 Sale Price
30% Off
Table Lamp by Oscar Torlasco for Lumi
By Oscar Torlasco, Lumi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Table Lamp by Oscar Torlasco for Lumi. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa the 1950s. Petite scale comprising of a brushed aluminum front cap, black inner cap, and a weighted e...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
$2,720 Sale Price
20% Off
Single Model D12 Sconce by Oscar Torlasco for Lumen
By Oscar Torlasco, Lumen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the 1950s. Enameled aluminum, brass. Custom brass back plates. Wired for U.S. standards. We recommend one E26 60w maximum bulb. Bulbs are provided as a one-time courtesy. Quantity on...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Pair of Model 533 Sconces by Oscar Torlasco for Lumi
By Oscar Torlasco, Lumi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 533 Sconces by Oscar Torlasco for Lumi. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1950. Wall sconces with a two-toned enameled exterior finish, consisting of a mustard and blac...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
Brass 5 lights sconce by Oscar Torlasco for Lumi Milano, 1950s
By Oscar Torlasco, Lumi
Located in Lyon, FR
Stunning brass sconce from the 1950s, designed by Oscar Torlasco for Lumi Milano.
Beautiful patina.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$373 Sale Price
60% Off


