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.
1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Nickel & Glass
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, GB
Five clear glass relief glass cones are connected by nickel plated arm fixings. The heights of the cords can all be adjusted. They can be hung in a circle with alternating heights or...
Nickel
Chandelier in Brass Chrome and Clear Glass Triple Light 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in London, GB
Triple light glass 1960s chandelier has a frame of brass, chrome and black metal that brings the shades together. The relief glass shades are partly etched mat to diffuse the light. ...
Brass, Chrome
Brass Pendant 'Posa' Center Weight by Florian Schulz
By Florian Schulz
Located in London, GB
Original 1960's counterbalance pendant 'Posa' by Florian Schulz with centre weight. Strong and minimal pendant in a high quality spun brass moves smoothly up and down due to the soli...
Brass
Large five-trier Kalmar 1950's Chandelier Clear Glass Cascading Shades and Brass
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, GB
Large 5-tier chandelier by Kalmar 1950's consist of cascading clear shades blown into a mold with with rich texture of a vertical ripple effect. The lamps are fitted on to brass fitt...
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass Pendant Lamps, Umbrella Shape, Belgium, 1970's
Located in London, GB
Pair of Belgian pendant lamps from the 1970's, distinguished by their angular umbrella-shaped shades crafted from polished brass sheet . The clean geometric lines and warm metallic f...
Brass
Stilnovo style 1950's Opaline and Brass Italian Chandelier
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
Stilnovo style 1950's Italian chandelier consist of 6 curved brass arms holding opaline shades. The stem is elegantly decorated with a array of brass tubes that create a dynamic visu...
Brass
Set of Three Pendant Lights by Rupert Nikoll, Brass Opal and Clear Glass, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Stilnovo, J.T. Kalmar
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
Set of Three Large Patinated Brass Pendant Lights, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of three large diabolo pendants with wonderful warm natural aged patina made of massive brass, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960. Each lamp has one socket for a medium or...
Brass
Set of Three German Smoked Glass Hanging Lights, 1970
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful pendant lights by Peill & Putzler, Germany in molded, smoked glass with an opaque, brass colored layer across the bottom part of the globes, brass colored hardware and ...
Brass
Set of 3 Mid-Century Polished Brass Pendant Chandeliers by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in New York, NY
This well scaled Set of Three Mid-Century Modernist Polished Brass Pendant Chandeliers by Hans Agen Jacobsson originates from Sweden, Circa 1960. They feature polished brass downward...
Brass
Set of Three Large Glass Brass Light Fixtures by Doria, Germany, 1969
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Rijssen, NL
Wonderful set of three-light fixtures. One extra-large flushmount (D. 20.8"), and two chandeliers (D 25.6") by Doria (Germany) manufactured in the early 1960s-1970s. Hanging cylinder...
Metal, Brass
Set of Three German Vintage Huge and Rare Solid Brass Pendant Lights, 1960s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of three wonderful large solid brass pendant lights by Florian Schulz. Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: One x E27 (E26) Measures: Diameter 20.1 in. Height of the body: 8.3 in. ...
Brass
