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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.
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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

Pair of Brass Wall Lamps by Oscar Torlasco, Italy, 1960s
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Pair of Model 533 Sconces by Oscar Torlasco for Lumi
By Lumi, Oscar Torlasco
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

Rare pair of brass sconces designed by Oscar Torlasco for Lumi, Italy 1950s.
By Lumi, Oscar Torlasco
Located in Milano, IT
These two 1950s wall sconces, designed and manufactured in Italy, exude the timeless elegance and sophistication characteristic of mid-century design. Torlasco, a renowned Italian li...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Oscar Torlasco, Table Lamp, Metal, Brass, Marble, Italy, 1950s
By Lumi, Oscar Torlasco
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, yellow-lacquered metal and marble table lamp designed by Oscar Torlasco and produced by Lumi Milano, Italy, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.5”  H x 10.5”  W x 8.5” D...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

1950s Glass Metal Ceiling Lamp Attributed to Oscar Torlasco for Lumi
By Lumi, Max Ingrand, Oscar Torlasco
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Glass & Metal Ceiling Lamp Attributed to Oscar Torlasco for Lumi. Executed in satin textured glass, white painted metal and brass. A highly refined and sculptural design remini...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Brass, Metal

Oscar Torlasco Large Brass Chandelier, Optical Rainbow Glass Rings, Italy, 1970s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and impressive Mid-Century Italian Modern brass chandelier from the 1970s, designed by Oscar Torlasco (1934–2004) in Italy. This chandelier features two tiers with 15 arm...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

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