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Rupert Nikoll

Austrian

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 Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with eight-arm each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s.    
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rupert Nikoll

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Brass

Small Rupert Nikoll wood table lamp with fabric shade around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Small Rupert Nikoll wood table lamp with fabric shade around 1950s Polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new ) Rare modell
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rupert Nikoll

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Brass

Eclipse Emile Stejnar Blowball Brass a Crystal Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Antwerp, BE
Spectacular, 1950s Emil Stejnar chandelier for Rupert Nikoll, Austria. This sparkling orb is one of the larger versions of this eclips design. The chandelier consists of a brass body...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rupert Nikoll

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Crystal, Brass

Pair Organic Shell Textured Glass Brass Sconces Wall Lights, Rupert Nikoll, 1950
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar
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...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rupert Nikoll

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Metal, Brass

one Ceiling Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
one Ceiling Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1950s Original condition. Two bulbs.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rupert Nikoll

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Aluminum, Brass

Huge Midcentury Brass Chandelier With Pressed Glass Shades By Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass ring with ten-arm each fitted with E27 sockets and pressed glass shades. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s. Total height can be adjusted now to 85cm without re...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rupert Nikoll

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Brass

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...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rupert Nikoll

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Crystal, Metal, Brass

Crystal Glass Uplight by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, Palwa
Located in München, DE
Wonderful ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with the crystal glass flowers has a very luxurious look and sparkles particularly beautifully. The design and the materials used crea...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rupert Nikoll

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Metal

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Rupert Nikoll furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Rupert Nikoll furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Rupert Nikoll furniture, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Rupert Nikoll were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Emil Stejnar, Bakalowits & Söhne, and Kalmar Lighting. Prices for Rupert Nikoll furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $290 and can go as high as $14,480, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,480.

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