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.
$2,613Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Table Lamp from Rupert Nikoll, Patinated Brass and Glass
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
Sleek, elegant, sophisticated, these are the words that best describe this fantastic modernist lamp that was produced in the early 1960s, in Vienna, Austria. Here we can see the infl...
Brass
2 Rupert nikoll wall lamps vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2 Rupert nikoll wall lamps vienna around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled (The bulbs are not included they are only for the photoshooting)
Brass
Two Brass Floor Lamp "Sumatra" by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Two Brass Floor Lamp "Sumatra" by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shades are replaced ( new )
Brass
Dandelion Wall Lamp or Flush Light by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Bakalowits & Söhne, Kinkeldey, Palwa, Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful dandelion wall lamp or ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with its lavish flowers and brass details has a very luxurious appearance and sparkles particularly beauti...
Metal
Rupert Nikoll, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, plastic and beige opaline glass with alabaster decor produced by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.75"H x 4.45"D Bulb Specifications: E-14 (E...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll Floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Brass
Dandelion Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Ernest Palme, Palwa, Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar, Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in München, DE
Wonderful chandelier from the 1950s. The lamp with its lavishly decorated flowers and brass details has a very luxurious look and sparkles particularly beautifully. The design and th...
Metal
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass flushmount with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s. Heavy quality and in good condition...
Crystal, Brass
One of Two Emil Stejnar Sputnik Chandeliers, Brass Crystal Glass, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two outstanding 1950s Viennese Sputnik / blowball / snowball chandeliers / pendant lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. Original pieces manufactured in M...
Brass, Metal
Rupert Nikoll chandelier with lucite shades vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll chandelier with lucite shades vienna around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled Original lucite shades
Brass
$1,400Sale Price|20% Off
Cascade Pendant Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Pineapple Design, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Berlin, BE
Rare, extraordinary cascade lamp by Emil Stejnar. Manufacturer: Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. The balls consist of many acrylic beads, with a brass top. Design of a pineapple. The bal...
Brass
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Emil Stejnar, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful chandelier from the 1950s. This lamp is very rare and impresses with its loving details. A stunning lamp and a true asset to any home. Manufacturer: Rupert N...
Metal
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Emil Stejnar, Wiener Werkstätte, Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful chandelier from the 1950s. This lamp is very rare and impresses with its loving details. A stunning lamp and a true asset to any home. Manufacturer: Rupert N...
Metal
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/red acrylic flowers....
Aluminum
Rupert Nikoll Chandelier, circa 1950s, Vienna, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll chandelier, circa 1950s Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). They are made of a seamless brass belt w...
Brass
Rupert nikoll table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s The fabric shade is replaced ( new ) Brass polished and stove enameled
Brass
Emil Stejnar Blowball Brass & Crystal Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and unusual hemispherical blowball snowflake dandelion sputnik chandelier, designed by Emil Stejnar, manufactured in the 1950s by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna. An early model wi...
Crystal, Brass, Nickel
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Oval Backlight Mirror Vienna Around 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Viennese Backlight Wall Mirror by Emil Stejnar with Glass Blossoms, 1950s Original condition
Glass, Mirror
$1,400 / set
2x rupert nikoll wall lamps vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2x rupert nikoll wall lamps vienna around 1960s Polished and stove enameled e14 bulbs (Small)
Brass
Glass and Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful 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. The fixture...
Brass
Glass and Brass Sputnik Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful 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. The fixture...
Brass
Emil Stejnar Blowball Sputnik Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
A stunning Mid-Century sputnik dandelion blowball chandelier, designed by Emil Stejnar and produced by Rupert Nikoll Vienna / Austria in the 1950s. This early model features a centra...
Crystal, Brass
Set of Three Emil Stejnar Sputnik Flush Mount Lights, Brass Crystal Glass, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of three gorgeous 1950s Viennese Sputnik / blowball / snowball flush mount lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. Original vintage pieces manufactured in m...
Brass, Metal
Rupert Nikoll Large Midcentury Brass Chandelier, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and huge rhombic Austrian brass chandelier with 16 light sources, designed and manufactured by Rupert Nikoll / Vienna in the 1950...
Brass
Hight adjustable Floor lamp with adjustable shelf vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Hight adjustable Floor lamp with adjustable shelf vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled Original fabric shade Hight adjustable from 133cm up to 170cm
Brass
Rupert nikoll floor lamp with fabric shade around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll floor lamp with fabric shade around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled Metal blackened The shade is replaced new
Metal, Brass
Emil Stejnar Flush Mount Light, 1950
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful, delicate 7-light brass fixture with copious amounts of Austrian crystals by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, can be wall or ceiling mounted, wired for US standards, seven E14 sock...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Mid-Century 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
Emil Stejnar Pendant Light Chandelier Brass Glass, Austria, 1950s, 1 of 3
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three outstanding Viennese sputnik / blow ball / snowball chandeliers / pendant lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1...
Crystal, Metal, Brass
One of Three Emil Stejnar Pendant Lights Chandeliers, Brass Glass, Austria 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three outstanding Viennese sputnik / blow ball / snowball chandeliers / pendant lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1...
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Glass and Brass 'Snowflake' Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful 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. The fixture...
Brass
$1,394 / item
2 rare Rupert Nikoll table lamp vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2 rare Rupert Nikoll table lamp vienna around 1950s Polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new ) Priced and sold per piece
Brass, Copper
1 of 3 Starburst Brass and Crystal Flush Mount by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass flush mount with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa the 1960s. Heavy quality and in good cond...
Crystal, Brass
Rupert nikoll table lamp with lucite shade vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll table lamp with lucite shade vienna around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled
Brass
Large Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass chandelier with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s. Heavy quality and in good condition...
Crystal, Brass
Huge Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass chandelier with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s. Sockets: 32 x E14 bulbs. Very good...
Crystal, Brass
Pyra Chandelier Crystal & Brass by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1950
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant Pyra chandelier constructed of brass with cream colored painted florets and socket covers accented with crystal flowers and beads. This beautiful polished brass chandelier which has a beautiful patina supports clusters of dandelions that are illuminated by 6 light sources to make this a truly Stunning chandelier. Emil Stejnar designed this chandelier in 1955 for the Vienna Cafe "Ohne Pause Espresso" at Graben. "Der Graben" is one of the most famous streets in Viennas first district, the city center. In 1939 Emil Stejnar was trained as a gold- and silversmith in his hometown Vienna. In his lighting designs this background clearly shows in his attention to ornament and his keen eye for detail. This spectacular pendant lamp evokes associations with both nature and science. Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rubert Nikoll...
Crystal, Brass, Enamel
$1,510Sale Price / item|27% Off
Two Emil Stejnar Brass Crystal Flush Mounts or Sconces, Austria, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Two Emil Stejnar brass crystal flush mounts or sconces, Austria for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s Original condition Priced and sell per piece.
Crystal, Brass
Set of Three Pendant Lights by Rupert Nikoll, Brass Opal and Clear Glass, 1960s
By Stilnovo, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of three gorgeous and rare pendant light fixtures by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The upper part of the body is ...
Brass
2x Sputnik Flush Mounts Designed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2x Sputnik Flush Mount Designed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna 1950 Original condition Pair price.
Brass
Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1960s Austria / Wien Dimensions Width: 7.87 in. (20 cm) Height adjustable: 19.68 - 41.33 in. (50 - 150 ...
Metal
Rupert Nikoll, Table Lamp, Walnut, Brass. Parchment, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, walnut, brown parchment paper and green velvet table lamp designed and produced by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 10.1“ H x 5.8...
Brass
Beautiful Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Wien, Au
Beautiful Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll around 1960s Original condition
Brass
2 Rupert Nikoll Wood Table Lamps by Rupert Nikoll, Around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2 Rupert nikoll wood table lamps by Rupert nikoll around 1950s. Original condition.
Fabric, Nutwood
Sputnik Chandelier Crystal & Chrome by Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1950
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant snowball chandelier with sputnik crystal flowers on a mirrored frame designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria in the 1950s. Lighting: takes four small Ed...
Nickel
Rupert Nikoll Chandelier with Original Glass Shades Vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll chandelier with original glass shades Vienna around 1960s Marked on the glass shades.
Brass, Nickel
Rupert Nikoll Pendant, Vienna, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll pendant, Vienna, 1960s. Painted metal and glass Original condition.
Metal
$583Sale Price|44% Off
Pendant by Rupert Nikoll, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Pendant by Rupert Nikoll, circa 1950s Polished.
Brass
1. of 2 Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Opal Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1960s Austria / Wien Dimensions Width: 9.44 in. (24 cm) Height: 22.04 in. (56 cm) Depth: 5.51 in. (14 c...
Brass
Rare Midcentury Brass Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare chandelier with a brass construction with six-arms mounted on a steel ring black painted each fitted with E27 sockets and glass shades. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the ea...
Brass
$6,740 / set
Two Rupert Nikoll Floor Lamps, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Two Rupert Nikoll floor lamps, circa 1950s The floor lamps are polished and stove enamelled. The shades are replaced (new). The original wood handles are polished. The floor lamp...
Brass
$1,485Sale Price|25% Off
Table Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with glass shade fitted with three E14 sockets. Made by Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s in Vienna.
Brass
$700Sale Price|45% Off
Rupert Nikoll Pendant, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll pendant 1950s. Original condition.
Brass
Three Colorful Glass and Brass Pendant Lights by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of three textured glass and brass pendant lights by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, manufactured in Mid-Century (1950s-1960s). Three textured glasses are colored in red, green and blue....
Brass
Pair of Floor Lamps by Rupert Nikoll, Brass Yellow Red, Austria, 1960
By Rupert Nikoll, Stilnovo
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of floor lamps by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The lamp shades have been renewed on base of the original...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Chandelier, Glass Copper Brass, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Mid-Century Modern six-arm chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950s. It is made of cut-glass, natural aged copper and brass. The rod is covered by ebonized wood. The piece is de...
Brass, Copper
Rupert nikoll table lamp vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll table lamp vienna around 1960s Original condition
Brass
Rare Table Or Wall Lamp Sconce by Rupert Nikol "Eel"
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare table or wall lamp with a brass frame fitted with one E27 socket up to 100watt, creme fabric pleated shade. Desiged and manufactured in Vienna in the late 1950s by company Ruper...
Brass
Emil Stejnar Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s Hand Cut Crystal & Brass
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Bainbridge, NY
European Modern Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Hand Cut Crystal Sputnik Chandelier. Featuring a suspended and looped Brass rod with interior, spherical Brass Sputnik form with origin...
Crystal, Brass
Rare Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare floor lamp by Rupert Nikoll from the late 1950. Brass frame of a iron base with two shades one with a gooseneck fitted each with an E27 socket, the red shade is new, some u...
Brass, Steel