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.
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1960s Rupert Nikoll Brass and Teak Opaline Glass Chandelier , Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Praha, CZ
- cleaned and rewired - 9x , E12-E14 bulbs - US wiring compatible
Brass
Beautiful brass chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern brass chandelier. Design by Emil Stejnar. Manufactured by Rupert Nikoll. Made in Austria. Stunning, elaborate design from the 1950s. Twelve E14 sockets, ...
Metal, 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
$5,430
H 27.17 in Dm 29.53 in
Mid Century, Ten Arm Chandelier in Brass from Ruper Nikoll, made in Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
A beautifully made Mid-century, 10 arm brass chandilier from Rupert Nikoll. Here we have excellent craftsmanship with beautiful forms made in Austria.
Brass
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
Visually Striking Mid-Century Modern Brass 24 Arm / Light Chandelier Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Exclusive midcentury made, brass, 24 light fixture for the perfect atmosphere. If you are looking for a remarkable light fixture to grace your living space then this midcentury chan...
Brass
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By J.T. Kalmar, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Rupert Nikoll, 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
Robert CAILLAT - Mid Century Modern Brass Chandelier, France Circa 1955
Located in Encino, CA
One brass chandelier, Robert Caillat, circa 1955. Fully rewired to be used in US. Candelabra sockets with brass hardware. This chandelier comes with green Murano glass bobeches. Meas...
Metal, Brass
$2,597
H 26.38 in Dm 27.56 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Walnut Glass Chandelier Rupert Nikoll Vienna
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage organic six-arm chandelier by Rupert Nikoll from the 1950s from brass, walnut and patterned opaline glass shades, Vienna. This stunning chandelier shows si...
Brass
Brass Chandelier from the 1960´s with five Shades, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
Brass chandelier with five shades produced from the Austrian company Rupert Nikoll about 1960. The corpus is made in a solid brass; the shades are made new on the original form in pa...
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Chanderlier
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with ten arms and lucite leaves fitted each with E14 sockest. Made in Austria by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1960s.
Brass
Brass Chandelier By Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass chandelier by Rupert Nikoll from the 1950's
Brass
Brass and Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with five arms each fitted with E14 socket and opaline glass shades. Made in Austria by Rupet Nikoll in the 1960s.
Brass
Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass rhombig construction with 12 lights from the 1950s. The total lenght is now about 50cm (19.68in) but I can deliver this lamp also with loungher chains. Chandelier is fully re...
Brass
Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with five arms each fitted with E27 sockets and hand made shades. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1950s.
Brass
Midcentury Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with 12 arms and opaline glass shades each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1950s. Total height can be customized.
Brass
