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What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?

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What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?
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...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Minimal Wall Sconce Lumi Design Oscar Torlasco, 1950s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Minimal wall sconce Lumi design Oscar Torlasco, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

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...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum, Steel

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...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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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...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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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.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

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