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.
Midcentury Table Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with perforated sheet shade fitted with one E14 sockets. Made by Rupert Nikoll in the 1950s in Vienna.
Brass, Steel
Midcentury Brass Table Lamp
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass / steel construction with a cone shaped lampshade fitted with one E27 socket. Designed in circa 1950 in Vienna. Beautiful original condition.
Brass, Steel
Table Lamp by Einar Backstrom from the 1940s
By Einar Backstrom
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with aluminum shade blue painted. Designed 1940s by Einar Backstrom. 2 pieces available
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Brass and Bubble Glass Table Lamp
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with handblowed glass stand and shade fitted with two E27 sockets. Made by Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s in Vienna.
Brass
Italian Table Lamp from the 1970a
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass base with glass elements fitted with three E14 sockets. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Brass
Table Lamp by Bakalowits & Söhne
By Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Vienna, AT
Frosted glass elements mounted with brass spaces. The lampshade is in a used condition but still in very good condition. Made in the 1960s by Bakalowits & Söhne in Vienna.
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Table Lamp Vienna Around 1950s
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll table lamp vienna around 1950s Original condition.
Brass
Rupert Nikoll table lamp vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll table lamp vienna around 1950s The shade has a little damage see picture Original condition
Brass
Table Lamp Vienna, circa 1960s
Located in Wien, Au
Table lamp, circa 1960s. Brass and leather Original shade Original condition.
Brass
Mid-Century Classic Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Buzzò, Emilia-Romagna
Bring a touch of mid-century charm to your space with this vintage table lamp from the 1960s, crafted in elegant brass with timeless appeal. ...
Brass
Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
Located in Palm Springs, CA
All original table lamp designed by Gerald Thurston and produced by Lightolier. The lamp has a round acrylic diffuser on the bottom of shade and topped off with a metal diffuser on t...
Marble, Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Table Lamp, Germany, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Germany - Made of metal, plastic - Re-polished - Fully functional - Good, original condition. -The plas is partially deformed by the bulb.
Brass
