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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Rupert Nikoll Wall Lamp Vienna, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll wall lamp, Vienna, circa 1950s Polished and stove enamelled Wood slightly polished The shade is replaced ( new ) Extendable from 77c...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Table Lamp, Vienna, Around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll table lamp, Vienna around 1950s Lucite shade Original condition.
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Table Lamp, Vienna, 1960s
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll table lamp, Vienna, 1960s Original condition.
Metal, 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, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll table lamp vienna around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled Wood handle The shade blackened.
Brass
Rupert nikoll table lamp vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll table lamp vienna around 1960s Original condition
Brass
Table Lamp Adjustable by Rupert Nikoll Midcentury, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare desk light by Rupert Nikoll, Austria circa 1955 Iconic desk light made from brass, lacquered aluminum and cast iron. It is in good original condition, presenting an ingenious...
Brass, Aluminum
Rupert Nikoll Table Lamp 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Čelinac, BA
Rupert Nikoll Table Lamp 1960s
Brass
Rare Table Or Wall Lamp Sconce by Rupert Nikol "Eel"
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare table or wall lamp with a brass frame fitted with one E27 socket up to 100watt, creme fabric pleated shade. Desiged and manufactured in Vienna in the late 1950s by company Ruper...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Table / Wall Lamp Model 2438, Valinte Finland 1950s
By Valinte Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A rare and highly sculptural Model 2438 adjustable lamp by Valinte, produced in Finland during the 1950s. This elegant mid-century design embodies the refined minimalism of Scandina...
Marble, Brass
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp or Sconce by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, BY
Lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern table lamp or wall lamp. The lamp can be used both as a table lamp and as a wall light. Shade adjustable in various position due to th...
Aluminum, Brass
Mid-Century German Space Age Table Lamp from Hillebrand Leuchten, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid century table lamp from the German manufacturer Hillebrand. A striking detail is the narrow bag umbrella with its polished surface. The lamp head can be moved up and down on the...
Metal
