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.
Mathieu Matégot Style Midcentury Brass Chandelier Pendant Lamp, France, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful modernist brass and white perforated metal chandelier, France, 1950s. In the style of Mathieu Mategot. Has been professionally ...
Metal, Brass
Floral Emil Stejnar Modernist Brass Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Viennese mid century brass crystal chandelier. Designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll in the 1950s. In very good condition with charming patina. Please n...
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
J.T. Kalmar Sun Mid-Century Brass Chandelier Ceiling Lamp, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Mid-Century modernist brass chandelier / ceiling Light / flush mount from the 1950s, model „Sonne“ (sun), executed by Kalmar Vienna. In good condition with nice patina on...
Brass
Emil Stejnar Midcentury Brass Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll Vienna, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
A wonderful Austrian brass chandelier with 6 arms, designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll in the 1950s. In very good condition. Measurements: diameter 20 in, total hei...
Brass
Gaetano Sciolari Style Brass & Glass Discs Chandelier, Mid-Century, Italy, 1970s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Vienna, AT
An outstanding Italian brass and crystal glass chandelier from the 1970s, in the style of Gaetano Sciolari. Has 12 arms, each candle is surrounded by a thick textured ice glass ring....
Brass
Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950s We can arrange to adjust the height of this chandelier to any length you wish as a free service. Polished and stove enamelled 12 bulbs
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 Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
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
Huge Midcentury Brass Chandelier With Pressed Glass Shades By Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass ring with ten-arm each fitted with E27 sockets and pressed glass shades. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s. Total height can be adjusted now to 85cm without re...
Brass
Midcentury Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with 8 arms and opaline glass shades each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1950s.
Brass
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 12 arm Brass Chandelier, Austria, 1950
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Bronx, NY
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll brass and glass chandelier, Austria, 1950. Chandelier consisting of a brass frame with numerous glass elements lid up by 12 individual bulbs . Delive...
Brass
