The Rupert Nikoll lighting company’s biggest claim to glory came from producing work by the skilled Austrian jeweler and lighting designer Emil Stejnar. He designed several lighting and mirror pieces for the Austrian company. Stejnar had a penchant for symmetrical, rounded forms, often emulating starbursts or floral blossoms in his designs.
Very little information is recorded about the Rupert Nikoll lighting company or its namesake. The company was established in Vienna, Austria, in 1908, and later opened a branch in Munich, Germany. In 1966, its Vienna factory was relocated to Ober-Grafendorf, Austria, about 40 miles away. The company went out of business in 1986, closing the doors of all of its factories.
Decades later, Rupert Nikoll chandeliers and floor lamps still stand the test of time. One of Rupert Nikoll’s most famous designs is the Sputnik pendant lamp, created in the 1960s by Stejnar. With several lighted spokes extending out in every direction, forming a shape similar to a dandelion puff, the Sputnik pendant lamp earned the nickname “Pusteblume,” or “Dandelion” in English. Many imitators have replicated the Sputnik design, but the originals are highly valued by collectors and interior designers. The company is also celebrated for its Sumatra floor lamp, crafted from brass and featuring a curved spine and bipodal base.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Rupert Nikoll lighting, mirrors and more to illuminate your space.
Emil Stejnar Nickel-Plated Dandelion Sputnik Blowball Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Mid-Century snowflake blowball sputnik chandelier from the 1950s. Designed by Emil Stejnar, manufactured by Rupert Nikoll Vienna / Austria. Made of nickel-plated brass, ...
Crystal, Brass, Nickel
Small Mid Century Chandelier in Brass with three Paper Shades
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
An elegant midcentury pendant lamp in brass with paper shades from Rupert Nikoll, hand made in Austria. The three shades have been made new in light cream paper, using the original...
Brass
Geometric Shaped 16 Bulbs Brass Pendant Light Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large pendant light fixture by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). This ...
Brass
Pair of Pendant Lights, Patinated Aged Brass Glass, Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of gorgeous patinated brass pendants by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). They are made of a seamless brass b...
Brass
Pendant Light Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Textured Glass Patinated Brass, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Glashütte Limburg, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic, exceptional and very rare pendant light fixture by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, manufactured in Austria in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The textured gla...
Brass
Rare Large Brass and Glass Sputnik Chandeliers by Emil Stejnar
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare and beautiful thirty-three-light "Snowball" chandeliers designed 1955 by Emil Stejnar for the Vienna Cafe "Ohne Pause Espresso" at Graben. "Der Graben...
Brass
Rupert nikoll cherry wood table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll cherry wood table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s Cherry wood polished Brass parts polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Brass
1 of 3 Petie Starburst Brass Pendant Lights by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 3 Beautiful petite starburst brass pendant light with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s. Heavy quality and in goo...
Crystal, Brass
Emil Stejnar Pair Midcentury Brass Flower Sconces, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
A pair of lovely Austrian floral brass wall lights with three arms, glass crystals and integrated switches. Designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll in the 1950s. Professi...
Crystal, Brass
$641 / set
Pair of Rupert Nikoll Table Lamps
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Krefeld, DE
A pair table lamps (2) from the 1950s, modell called Nonnenhaube (coif). Made by Rupert Nikoll Austria. New electrified. With Nikoll sticker on the back. Brass, metall and shades in ...
Brass
Bamboo floor lamp by Rupert Nikoll Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Unique and highly decorative vintage Hollywood Regency style floor lamp. The lamp features a striking tilted bamboo stem, a solid brass tripod base, and a distinctive umbrella-shaped...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Floor lamp vienna around 1960
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll Floor lamp vienna around 1960 Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Brass
Large Adjustable Rotatable Wall Lamp Brass Wood Pleated Cream Fabric Shade, 1960
By Svenskt Tenn, J.T. Kalmar, Josef Hoffmann, Rupert Nikoll, Josef Frank
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic wall light made of wood and brass with a cream colored pleated fabric shade by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured ca. 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The posi...
Brass
Austrian Mirror with Glass Blossoms by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Palwa, Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Houston, TX
Austrian mirror with glass blossoms by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. Stunning round Austrian mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, circa 19...
Glass, Mirror
Petite Starburst Brass and Crystal Flush Mount by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful petite starburst brass flush mounts with many of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa the 1960s. Heavy quality and in good conditio...
Crystal, Brass
Twelve Arm, Midcentury Brass Chandelier from Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1960's
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
An elegant 12 arm, midcentury, chandilier in brass from Rupert Nikoll. Made in Austria this chandilier is typical for Rupert Nikoll, representing high quality with a beautiful design...
Brass
$933Sale Price|46% Off
Sputnik Flush Mount Designed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna 1950
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Sputnik Flush Mount Designed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna 1950 original condition
Brass
Gorgeous 1950s Mid-Century Modernist 26" Backlit Mirror by Emil Stejnar, Vienna
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Gorgeous illuminated mirror in mid-century style surrounded by countless crystal flowers on a round mirror with an enameled metal frame. The backlit glass flowers arranged all around...
Crystal, Metal, Enamel
Set of Three Pendant Lamps by Rupert Nikoll, 1960 in brass and blown glass
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in London, GB
Set of three elongated blown glass pendants encased in brass cones perforated with holes of varying sizes. The hot and molten glass was hand blown through the cone creating bubbles ...
Brass
Midcentury Floor Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with a gooseneck on the end and wooden holder and fitted with an E27 socket with an original shade some use marks.
Brass, Steel
2 Rupert nikoll Lucite table lamps red and yellow vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2 Rupert nikoll Lucite table lamps red and yellow vienna around 1960s Original condition Original shades
Brass
Two Large Emil Stejnar Flower Brass Sconces by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to two large floral brass wall lights with three arms, glass crystals and integrated switches. Price is per piece. Designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll in the 1950s...
Crystal, Brass
Brass Beaded Crystal Glass Flower Pendant Lantern by Emil Stejnar, Austria 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
One of kind beaded glass flower and lead Crystal gilt brass mounted lantern or pendant by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s. Hexagonal brass structure completely (outsid...
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Midcentury Rupert Nikoll Brass Nightstand Table Lamps, 1950s, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Pair of elegant Rupert Nikoll polished brass nightstand or table lamps. Made of curved brass tube. Fully working rewired and tested condition with lovely patina. One Edison E27 sock...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Table Lamp 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Čelinac, BA
Rupert Nikoll Table Lamp 1960s
Brass
Glass Pendant Lamp By Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Glass pendant lamp fitted with one E27 socket, designed in the 1950s by Rupert Nikoll in Vienna.
Brass
Large Pendant Light Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Glass Brass Black Iron, 1960
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large six-arm chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The fixture is made of a nice mixture of materials: large te...
Brass, Iron
Several Flush Mount Lights, Patinated Brass Clear Glass, Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Limburg, J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, Rupert Nikoll, Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Several rare and exceptional flush mount lights by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The textured glass is similar to the lig...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Vienna 1950
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll Vienna 1950 Brass polished and stove enamelled The fabric shade is replaced ( new ).
Brass
$1,400 / item
Mid-Century Flush or Wall Mount Lamp by Emil Stejnar
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction fitted with five E14 sockets, designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll in Vienna in the 1950s. 4 pieces available
Brass
$1,166Sale Price|37% Off
Fountain Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Wien, Au
Fountain chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Original condition.
Nickel
$1,025 / set
2 Rupert nikoll wall sconces vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2 Rupert nikoll wall sconces vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled Wood white painted
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Pair Brass & Bamboo Nightstand, Table Lamps, 1955, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Elegant nightstand or table lamps designed and manufactured by Rupert Nikoll in 1950s, Vienna. The lamps feature a solid brass tripod base with typical Nikoll bamboo tube elements. G...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Floor Lamp, Vienna, circa 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll floor lamp Vienna, circa 1960s Brass, Iron and Lucite Original condition.
Brass, Iron
Rupert Nikoll "Sputnik" Vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll "Sputnik" Vienna around 1950s Brass and copper polished and stove enamelled.
Brass, Copper
2 Rupert Nikoll Table Lamps Vienna circa 1950s with Fabric Shades
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2 Rupert Nikoll table lamps Vienna circa 1950s with fabric shades Brass polished and stove enameled Fabric shades are replaced (new).
Brass
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with cherry wood and fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with cherry wood and fabric shade vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled Cherry wood polished The fabric shade is replaced (New)
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Round Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
An illuminated wall mirror from the 1960s made in Austria. It was designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. The mirror has a round design with beautiful orange acrylic flowers. The...
Aluminum
Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with ten arms each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1950s.
Brass
1 of 3 Shell Textured Glass Sconces Wall Lights by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three large shell shaped glass sconces by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1950 (late 1950s or early 1960s). An organic shaped glass piece is mounted...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Textured Glass Nickel Chrome, 1960
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Orrefors
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A light fixture by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). It is made of a nickeled (similar to chrome) frame which holds nine l...
Nickel, Metal, Chrome
Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century wall mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. The mirror consists of an illuminated back with a large number of glass crystal glass flowers. 1950s - Austria Very good...
Murano Glass
Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A brass chandelier made by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria in the 1960s. The lighting has an amazing midcentury design. It is made of brass and small glasses and fits perfect...
Brass
Pair of Midcentury Brass Sconces by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful pair of brass wall lamps made by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria in the 1960s. The pair has an amazing midcentury design. It is made of brass and small glasses an...
Brass
Two Kalmar Floor Lamps around 1950s with Fabric Shades
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Two kalmar floor lamps around 1950s with fabric shades Polished and stove enamelled Fabric shades are replaced ( new ).
Brass
Table Lamp Adjustable by Rupert Nikoll Midcentury, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare desk light by Rupert Nikoll, Austria circa 1955 Iconic desk light made from brass, lacquered aluminum and cast iron. It is in good original condition, presenting an ingenious...
Brass, Aluminum
Midcentury Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with 5 arms and opaline glass shades white each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1950s. Total height can be customized.
Brass
$408Sale Price / set|68% Off
Emil Stejnar Brass and Glass Sconces
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
A very beautiful floral sconces designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna Austria, from the 1950s. It is made of brass and many small cut-glass crystals. Original condition.
Crystal, Brass
$1,586Sale Price|20% Off
Extremely Rare and Heavy Midcentury Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll Vienna
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Extremely rare very heavy midcentury glass pendant lamp by Rupert Nikoll. Made in Vienna Austria. Beautiful high-quality closed glass shade made of thick, very heavy clear glass wit...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Wall Lamp Vienna, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll wall lamp, Vienna, circa 1950s Polished and stove enamelled Wood slightly polished The shade is replaced ( new ) Extendable from 77c...
Brass
$5,600 / set
Two Rupert Nikoll Floor Lamps, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Two Rupert Nikoll floor lamps, circa 1950s. Polished brass and stove enameled. Wood Handle. Shade are replaced (new). At the moment we have yellow and green. Other shade color ca...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Pendant, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll pendant, circa 1950s Brass parts polished and stove enameled Original glass Rare model We have a second one almost the same We can adjust the length according to y...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll, Table Lamp, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, wood and white fabric table lamp designed and produced in Austria, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.25“ H x 9.75” Diameter Bulb Specifications: E-26 ...
Brass
Flush Mount Light Sconce Rupert Nikoll, Glass Patinated Metal, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic textured glass light fixture by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1950s-1960s. It can be used as ceiling or wall lamp. The glass has been ...
Metal
Mid Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Brass White Plastic Tornado 1950s Vienna
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage chandelier model Tornado by Rupert Nikoll from brass and white plastic, 1950s Vienna. An amazing circular chandelier with ten ( 10 ) arms and white plastic...
Brass
Huge Midcentury Brass/Teak Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass/teak construction with ten-arms each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s.
Brass
Large Pendant Light with Aged Brass Glass by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Aachen, NRW
Petite pendant light with brass glass, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1960s Heavy quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired and ready to use. The fixture requires 3 x E27 s...
Brass
Brass and Glass Sputnik Chandeliers by Emil Stejnar
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare and beautiful thirty-three-light "Snowball" chandeliers designed 1955 by Emil Stejnar for the Vienna Cafe "Ohne Pause Espresso" at Graben. "Der Graben...
Brass
1960's Chandelier in Brass with Fiber Glass Shades made in Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
Mid-century chandelier with eight arms in brass. The arms are made from hexagonal tubbing giving the chandelier a unique character . Eight fibreglass shades compliment the form .
Brass
$3,687 / item
Large Flush Mount Sputnik Chandelier Emil Stejnar
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with glass elements, fitted with 15 E14 sockets. Designed by Austrian designer Emil Stejnar in the 1950s for Rupert Nikoll, restored and newly rewired.
Brass