Single Brass Sconce with Crystal Flowers by Emil Stejnar / Nikoll, Vienna, 1950
About the Item
- Creator:Emil Stejnar (Designer),Rupert Nikoll (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
- Power Source:Hardwired
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Niederdorfelden, DE
- Reference Number:
Emil Stejnar
It’s not often that one résumé can include hermetic magician, astrologer, gold and silversmith and lighting designer. It’s fair to say that Austrian Emil Stejnar may be the only one to claim all of the skills above.
The clamor for mid-century modern design has been at a fever pitch since, well, pretty much the mid-twentieth century. And while many of the era’s furniture makers have gained recognition over time, many designers remain obscure. Emil Stejnar is one such designer.
Born in Vienna in 1939, Stejnar trained in goldsmithing and silversmithing and opened a jewelry workshop in Sweden. Eventually, he began to translate his metal skills to light fixtures.
Vintage Emil Stejnar chandeliers and mirrors are practically jewelry themselves, featuring materials like 24-carat gold-plated brass and Austrian crystals. He had a penchant for symmetrical, rounded forms, often emulating starbursts, snowflakes or floral blossoms in his designs.
Stejnar found a partner in Austrian manufacturer Rupert Nikoll, which made an extensive amount of the designer’s astonishingly precious pieces. In fact, the biggest claim to glory for the brand, which was established in Vienna in the early 1900s, owes to Stejnar’s work.
While it seems that any lighting fixture having a starburst shape and numerous bulbs on the ends was dubbed “Sputnik” in the Cold War era, 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, Stejnar's 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 interior designers and collectors of Space Age design.
Find vintage Emil Stejnar chandeliers, wall lights, floor lamps and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Rupert Nikoll
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.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Niederdorfelden, Germany
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
- Pair of Sconces with Crystal Flowers in the Manner of Emil Stejnar, Vienna 1950By Rupert Nikoll, Emil StejnarLocated in Niederdorfelden, HessenCharming pair of wall sconces with crystal flowers on a brass frame. This kind of lights were manufactured in the 1950s by Emil Stejnar / Rupert Nikoll, Vienna. Measures: height 9...Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsCrystal, Brass
- Illuminated Mirror Glass & Brass by Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950sBy Rupert Nikoll, Emil StejnarLocated in Niederdorfelden, HessenElegant illuminated mirror with pearls on a brass frame. Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria in the 1950s. Measures: diameter 17.7" in. (45 cm). Lighting: ...Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors
MaterialsCrystal, Brass
- 1950s Austria Rupert Nikoll Pyra Chandelier Crystal & Brass by Emil StejnarBy Rupert Nikoll, Emil StejnarLocated in Niederdorfelden, HessenElegant Pyra chandelier constructed of brass with cream colored painted florets and socket covers accented with crystal flowers and beads. This beautiful polished brass chandelier which has a beautiful patina supports clusters of dandelions that are illuminated by 6 light sources to make this a truly Stunning chandelier. Emil Stejnar designed this chandelier in 1955 for the Vienna Cafe "Ohne Pause Espresso" at Graben. "Der Graben" is one of the most famous streets in Viennas first district, the city center. In 1939 Emil Stejnar was trained as a gold- and silversmith in his hometown Vienna. In his lighting designs this background clearly shows in his attention to ornament and his keen eye for detail. This spectacular pendant lamp evokes associations with both nature and science. Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rubert Nikoll...Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsCrystal, Brass, Enamel
- Large Floral Crystal & Brass Flush Mount Chandelier by Emil Stejnar attr., 1950sBy Rupert Nikoll, H. Richter, Emil StejnarLocated in Niederdorfelden, HessenElegant large flush mount with small glass flowers on a brass frame. Chandelier illuminates beautifully and offers a lot of light. Gem from the time. With this light you make a clear...Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
MaterialsCrystal, Brass
- Gorgeous 1950s Mid-Century Modernist 26" Backlit Mirror by Emil Stejnar, ViennaBy Emil Stejnar, Rupert NikollLocated in Niederdorfelden, HessenGorgeous illuminated mirror in mid-century style surrounded by countless crystal flowers on a round mirror with an enameled metal frame. The backlit glass flowers arranged all around...Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors
MaterialsCrystal, Metal, Enamel
- Pair of Gold-Plated Brass and Crystal Glass Wall Lamps Sconces by Emil StejnarBy Rupert Nikoll, Emil StejnarLocated in Niederdorfelden, HessenBeautiful pair of large gold-plated brass and crystal glass flowers wall lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna from the 1950s. Designer: Emil Stejnar attr. Manufact...Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsCrystal, Brass
- 1950s Emil Stejnar for Nikoll Vienna Wall Lamp Sconce Crystal Blossoms FlowersBy Rupert Nikoll, Emil StejnarLocated in NUEMBRECHT, NRWBeautiful Emil Stejnar wall lamp made of brass and crystal blossoms, manufactured by Nikoll Vienna in the 1950s. The lamp requires three E14 Edi...Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsCrystal, Brass
- Emil Stejnar A Pair Brass Flower Sconces Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950sBy Rupert Nikoll, Emil StejnarLocated in Vienna, ATUp to 3 identical pairs of Austrian floral brass wall lights with two arms and glass crystals and integrated switches. Designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll in the 1950...Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsBrass
- Pair of Brass Glass Sconces by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950sBy Rupert Nikoll, Emil StejnarLocated in Hausmannstätten, ATA charming Viennese pair of wall lights in the form of bunches of flowers by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1950. The pieces are m...Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsCrystal, Brass, Metal
- Two Large Emil Stejnar Flower Brass Sconces by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950sBy Emil Stejnar, Rupert NikollLocated in Vienna, ATUp to two large floral brass wall lights with three arms, glass crystals and integrated switches. Price is per piece. Designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll in the 1950s...Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsCrystal, Brass
- Emil Stejnar Pair Midcentury Brass Flower Sconces, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950sBy Emil Stejnar, Rupert NikollLocated in Vienna, ATA pair of lovely Austrian floral brass wall lights with three arms, glass crystals and integrated switches. Designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll in the 1950s. Professi...Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsCrystal, Brass
- Pair Silver Plated Emil Stejnar Midcentury Flower Sconces, Rupert Nikoll, 1950sBy Emil Stejnar, Rupert NikollLocated in Vienna, ATA pair of beautiful Viennese Midcentury floral brass wall lights, designed by Emil Stejnar, executed in the 1950s by Rupert Nikoll Austria. Rare silver-plated version. Decorative lig...Category
20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsCrystal, Brass