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.
Pair Organic Shell Textured Glass Brass Sconces Wall Lights, Rupert Nikoll, 1950
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of 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 wi...
Metal, Brass
Kalmar 'Blatt' Sconce Wall Light Lamp, Nickel Glass, 1972
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A single and large light wall light model 'Blatt' (Blatt is the German word for leaf) by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). Six disc...
Nickel, Metal
One of Five Kalmar 'Tulipan' Wall Lights Sconces, Bubble Glass Brass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of five large 'Tulipan' glass wall light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). The name Tulipan derives fr...
Brass, Metal
Pair of Kalmar Textured Glass Sconces Wall Lights, circa 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of textured glass wall lamps by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). Two half round curved glasses are mounted with cone ...
Brass
One of Six Kalmar Brass and Glass Sconces, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of six brass and textured glass wall lights by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1950. The lights are in very good condition. They are rewired and repolish...
Brass
Pair of Large Kalmar Textured Glass Sconces Wall Lights, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of large box textured glass wall lights by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s-early 1960s). Light bulbs are not included. It is possible...
Brass
1 of 3 Pairs of Large Kalmar Wall Lights Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic midcentury wall sconces with 3 large Murano glass pieces in each lamp, made by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Great geometrical shape. Each sconce needs t...
Chrome
1 of the 14 Art Deco Style Frosted Glass Glass Wall Lights, 1960
Located in Rijssen, NL
Art Deco style brass and frosted glass wall lights. Manufactured in Italy around 1970. With their clean modernist lines and beautiful attention to detail, these sconces would be a w...
Brass
1 of 4 Pairs of Large Kalmar Wall Lights Murano Glass by Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, Carlo Nason
Located in Aachen, NRW
Fantastic midcentury wall sconces with 3 large Murano glass pieces in each lamp, made by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. Great geometrical shape. Each sconce needs t...
Murano Glass
1 of the 4 Textured Glass Wall Light by Kaiser Leuchten
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany. Manufactured in mid century, 1960s This wall light features lights made of handmade textured glass. The sides ...
Glass
1 of 3 Kalmar Sconces Wall Lights, Austria, 1960
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful midcentury wall sconces with Murano glass, made by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured, circa 1960-1969. High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired and ready to...
Brass
1 of 4 Textured Wave Glass Wall Lights by Kalmar Leuchten, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar Leuchten, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s). This wall light features...
Glass
