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.
Vintage large Back light Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1950s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Delft, NL
Vintage large Back light Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1950s
Metal
1 of 2 Large Emil Stejnar Flush Mount Lights Sconces, Brass Glass, Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two large and outstanding 1950s Viennese Sputnik / blow ball / snowball light fixtures by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufa...
Brass, Metal
Emil Stejnar Backlit Mirror, Rupert Nikoll, Brass Glass White Metal, 1950s
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Emil Stejnar, Stilnovo, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A round wall mirror with illuminated background designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The mirror c...
Metal
Illuminated Flower Mirror (Ø 42cm) by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1960s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Illuminated Glass Flower Mirror (Ø 42cm) by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Flower - Mirror - Austria 1960s Measures : Total:Ø 57cm Mirror:Ø:42cm M...
Metal
Emil Stejnar Twelve Arms Brass and Crystal, 1950s Pendant
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original early Viennese chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll from the 1950s. Made of brass, red lacquered metal and hand cut crystals. Excellent condition. It takes twelve sm...
Crystal, Brass, Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Brass Sconces by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful pair of brass wall lamps made by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria in the 1960s. The pair has an amazing midcentury design. It is made of brass and small glasses an...
Brass
Illuminated Mirror Glass & Brass by Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant 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: ...
Crystal, Brass
Glass and Brass 'Snowflake' Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful chandelier made by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria in the 1960s. The lighting has an amazing midcentury design. It is made of brass and small glasses. The fixture...
Brass
Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Chandelier designed by Emil Stejnar and manufactured from Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, 1950s.
Metal
Beautiful brass chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern brass chandelier. Design by Emil Stejnar. Manufactured by Rupert Nikoll. Made in Austria. Stunning, elaborate design from the 1950s. Twelve E14 sockets, ...
Metal, Brass
Beautiful Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll around 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Beautiful Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll around 1960s Original condition
Brass
Emil Stejnar Backlight Mirror '50
By Emil Stejnar, Schöninger
Located in Hannover, DE
A large wall mirror with indirect lighting by Emil Stejnar for Schöninger from the 1950s. The very first version of the series, with four E14 light bulbs. Later editions feature fluo...
Sheet Metal
$1,531Sale Price / item|27% Off
Two Emil Stejnar Brass Crystal Flush Mounts or Sconces, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Wien, AT
Two Emil Stejnar brass crystal flush mounts or sconces, Austria for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s Original condition Priced and sell per piece.
Crystal, Brass
Cascade Pendant Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Pineapple Design, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass cascade pendant with hundreds of acrylic beads designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria circa the 1960s. Each balls consist of man...
Brass
$2,999Sale Price / item|37% Off
Emil Stejnar Starburst Brass Glass Chandeliers, Refurbished 1950
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
1 out of 2 fully refurbished 18" ball lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria circa 1955- sold per piece Gorgeous set of 2 sparkling chandeliers in the original iconic des...
Brass
Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century wall mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. The mirror consists of an illuminated back with a large number of glass crystal glass flowers. 1950s - Austria Very good...
Murano Glass
Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1960s Austria / Wien Dimensions Width: 7.87 in. (20 cm) Height adjustable: 19.68 - 41.33 in. (50 - 150 ...
Metal
Two Mid-Century Modern Round Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two amazing illuminated round mirrors with background illumination and brass and Lucite flowers by Emil Stejnar. Looking in this mirror will t...
Metal
Pair of Brass Glass Sconces by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A 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...
Crystal, Brass, Metal
Petite Starburst Brass and Crystal Flush Mount by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful petite starburst brass flush mounts with many of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa the 1960s. Heavy quality and in good conditio...
Crystal, Brass
$1,400 / item
Mid-Century Flush or Wall Mount Lamp by Emil Stejnar
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction fitted with five E14 sockets, designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll in Vienna in the 1950s. 4 pieces available
Brass
Large Snowball Ceiling Light, Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light sconce or ceiling light Producer: Rupert Nikoll, Austria Origin: Austria Age: 1950s This super rare wall light was produced...
Metal, Brass
$2,950 / set
Pair of Emil Stejnar Sconces
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of 2 lights Pair of sconces by Emil Stejnar. 2 patina, brass and gun metal. 40 watts max bulb. US wire and in working condition Custom backplate available.
Brass
Midcentury Flush or Wall Mount Lamp by Emil Stejnar
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with four E14 sockets, designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll in Vienna in the 1950s.
Brass
Silver Glass Flushmount Light by Emil Stejnar for H. Richter, 1950’s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Hastings, GB
Emil Stejnar (Austria) sunburst flushmount light, designed for the H. Richter company 1950’s. Very elegant rare silver backed flushmount wit...
Metal
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass chandelier with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 196...
Crystal, Brass
Large Pendant Light with Aged Brass Glass by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Aachen, NRW
Petite pendant light with aged brass glass, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1960s Heavy quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well-wired and ready to use. The fixture requires 3 x ...
Brass
Emil Stejnar, Chrome and Glass Sputnik from 70s
By Emil Stejnar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Catania, CT
Good vintage condition for this chrome and lacquer sputnik designed by Emil Stejnar and produced from Kalmar during the 70s.
Chrome
$6,407Sale Price|20% Off
Emil Stejnar Dandelion Floor Lamp, Sputnik Snowball Floor Lamp for Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This spectacular Sputnik floor lamp looks like a flowers explosion.It features a multitude of brass rods ending with bulbs or clear crystal flowers. E...
Brass
Silver Glass Flushmount Light by Emil Stejnar for H. Richter, 1950’s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Hastings, GB
Emil Stejnar (Austria) sunburst flushmount light, designed for the H. Richter company 1950’s. Very elegant rare silver backed flushmount with hundreds of individual small glass reve...
Metal
Set of Two Wall Lamps by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikol, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Austria in 1950s. Lacquered brass with age patina. Crystal in perfect condition. 40W, E25-E27 bulbs.
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Fabulous Emil Stejnar Snowball Orbit Sputnik Light Fixtures, Austria
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A magnificent pair of light brass Sputnik fixtures with copious amounts of Austrian crystals by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll. Cosmological. This glamorous delicate brass ‘Snowball’ Sputn...
Brass, Steel
Large 33-Lights Chandelier Dandelion by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Munich, DE
A breath taking light object. Rare, lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern 33-flamed sputnik chandelier 'dandelion'. Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 195...
Brass
Snowball Ceiling Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Delft, NL
Vintage grapje bunch handig lamp in glass, 1970s
Metal
Pair of Midcentury Wall Lamps, Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very nice style of lighting.
Brass
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 12 arm Brass Chandelier, Austria, 1950
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Bronx, NY
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll brass and glass chandelier, Austria, 1950. Chandelier consisting of a brass frame with numerous glass elements lid up by 12 individual bulbs . Delive...
Brass
Mid century glass sputnik chandelier, 1970s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century sputnik chandelier designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. 1960s Austria Tested and ready to use. We can change the chain length if desired. Works with E14 light...
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Dandelion Emil Stejnar Austria c 1955
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage chandelier dandelion shape designed by Emil Stejnar, 1955 and executed by Rupert Nikoll in Vienna. A fantastic chandelier with charming vibes and feel. Per...
Crystal, Brass
Glass and Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This exceptional glass and brass chandelier, designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s, is an iconic example of Austrian mid-century lighting design. Characterized by i...
Brass
$1,360Sale Price|25% Off
Gorgeous 1950s Acrylic Brass Cascade Pendant Lamp Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Beautiful and gorgeous Mid Century Modern Hollywood Regency sparkling cascading lamp made of brass with plexiglass beads from the 1950s. The light fixture is intricately beaded with ...
Brass
Emil Stejnar Sputnik Snowflake Chandelier Pendant Light, Gold Brass Glass, 1970
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large Sputnik chandelier designed by Emil Stejnar and manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970. This beautiful light fixture is made of a 24-carat gold plated / gilt / gild brass fra...
Brass
Fabulous Emil Stejnar Snowball Orbit Sputnik Chandelier Vintage Austria 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, sputnik chandelier, glass, crystal, brass, Austria 1960s or older. Large brass 'Snowball' Sputnik chandelier, made in Vienna in the 1960s. Designed by...
Metal
$2,980 / set
Emil Stejnar Pair of Sconces
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Miami, FL
Two pairs. Of sconces by Emil Stejnar. 40 watt per socket, US wired and In Working condition. Priced by pair. Have a look on our the largest collection of French and Italian Mid-Cent...
Brass
Pair of Emil Stejnar sconces 1960
By Emil Stejnar
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Pair of wall sconces by Emil Stejnar in gilded brass and fully restored glass, vintage condition. Austria around 1960. Height 43 cm - 17 po Width 34 cm - 13 po
Gold Plate, Brass
Dandelion Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By J.T. Kalmar, Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, Ernest Palme, Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in München, DE
Wonderful chandelier from the 1950s. The lamp with its lavishly decorated flowers and brass details has a very luxurious look and sparkles particularly beautifully. The design and th...
Metal
Emil Stejnar wall lamp with flower crystals , 1950s Vienna
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Delft, NL
Emil Stejnar wall lamp with flower crystals , 1950s Vienna Dimensions: 17,5cm Width , 10,5cm Depth , 19,5cm Height Condition: Good Material: Metal , glass
Crystal, Metal
Glass and Brass Sputnik Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful chandelier made by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria in the 1960s. The lighting has an amazing midcentury design. It is made of brass and small glasses. The fixture...
Brass
Viennese Backlight Wall Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Wien, AT
Viennese Backlight Wall Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s Original condition
Glass, Mirror
Brass and Glass Large Snowflake Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large 80 cm width Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1950s Chandelier in excellent condition the brass has nice pain e during the years in contrast of the clear crystal flowers
Brass
Emil Stejnar Snowball Sputnik Snowflake Chandelier Newly Rewired for USA
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Firenze, Toscana
A rare 10 light snowflake sputnik chandelier designed by Emill Stejnar for Nikoll. This will be arriving completely newly rewired with certified US UL sockets for USA and ready to h...
Crystal, Metal
Flowers Vintage Round Backlit Wall Mirror Mid-Century Modern Emil Stejnar 1960s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Antwerp, BE
Illuminating vintage wall mounted mirror by Emil Stejnar from the 1960s. Featured with glass flowers. Manufactured in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll. Perfect condition. Originally illuminat...
Art Glass, Mirror
Emil Stejnar 32-Light Austrian Chandelier for Rupert Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar
Located in North Miami, FL
Very large, rare thirty-two-light Sputnik chandelier by Emil Stejnar. Restored and rewired to perfection.
Crystal, Brass
Large Oval Stejnar Flower Glass & Brass Chandelier, Austria, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
Extremely large 90 cm/35,43 inch oval designed snowflake 'Snowball' Sputnik chandelier designed by Emile Stejnar for Rubert Nikoll, covered with Austrian crystal stars and flowers wh...
Brass
Austrian Flower Ceiling Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare ceiling chandelier by Rupert Nikoll based on a design by Emil Stejnar. An imposing design whose shapes and details are inspired by the plant world. Curved brass arms are arrang...
Metal
Emil Stejnar Chandelier Rupert Nikoll, Brass Crystal Glass, Lucite Vienna, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful and rare chandelier or pendant light by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. An original mid-century vintage piece manufactured around 1950. It is made of brass...
Crystal, Metal, Brass
austrian mid century emil stejnar CHANDELIER hanging lamp dandelion sputnik ceil
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Mannheim, DE
Magnificent Austrian mid century chandelier designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna in the mid 1950s. Material brass, white painted metal and glass. A total of 33 arms ext...
Brass
Emil Stejnar Pendant Light Chandelier Brass Glass, Austria, 1950s, 1 of 3
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three outstanding Viennese sputnik / blow ball / snowball chandeliers / pendant lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1...
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Lucite Flowers Vintage Backlit Wall Mirror Mid-Century Modern Emil Stejnar 1950s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage backlit oval wall mirror with many lucite flowers by Emil Stejnar 1950s Vienna. This stunning wall mirror oval like from white lacquered metal features ma...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Snowflake Flush Mount Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Vienna
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Snowflake Flush Mount by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Vienna Austria. Rare ceiling lamp by Rupert Nikoll based on a design by Emil Stejnar. Shown here in a part...
Metal
Emil Stejnar Flush Mount Light, 1950
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful, delicate 7-light brass fixture with copious amounts of Austrian crystals by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, can be wall or ceiling mounted, wired for US standards, seven E14 sock...
Metal, Brass