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.
$1,191Sale Price|37% Off
Fountain Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Wien, Au
Fountain chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Original condition.
Nickel
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Wiener Werkstätte, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful chandelier from the 1950s. This lamp is very rare and impresses with its loving details. A stunning lamp and a true asset to any home. Manufacturer: Rupert N...
Metal
Pendant Light, Aged Brass Glass, Rupert Nikoll, 1960s, One of Two
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two very rare and exceptional patinated brass pendants by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). They are made of...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll floor lamp vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll floor lamp vienna around 1960s The bulbs are not included they are only for the photoshooting. Brass polished and stove enameled
Brass
Midcentury Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with 5 arms and opaline glass shades white each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1950s. Total height can be customized.
Brass
2 Rupert Nikoll wall lamps with structure glass vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2 Rupert Nikoll wall lamps with structure glass vienna around 1950s Original condition Original structure glass shades Wood white lacuered
Brass
Rupert nikoll table lamps with bamboo and fabric shades vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll table lamps with bamboo and fabric shades vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled Original bamboo The shades are replaced ( new )
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Sputnik Chandelier Vienna Around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll Sputnik chandelier vienna around 1960s Original condition.
Brass
Small Mid Century Chandelier in Brass with three Paper Shades
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
An elegant midcentury pendant lamp in brass with paper shades from Rupert Nikoll, hand made in Austria. The three shades have been made new in light cream paper, using the original...
Brass
Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with wooden bracket with a E27 socket and an original shade with a new shade is on request possible for 220USD.
Brass, Steel
Large Emil Stejnar Sputnik Chandelier Rupert Nikoll, Brass Copper, Vienna, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
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, Copper
1 of 3 Petie Starburst Brass Pendant Lights by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 3 Beautiful petite starburst brass pendant light with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s. Heavy quality and in goo...
Crystal, Brass
Large Adjustable Rotatable Wall Lamp Brass Wood Pleated Cream Fabric Shade, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank, Rupert Nikoll, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic wall light made of wood and brass with a cream colored pleated fabric shade by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured ca. 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The posi...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Floor Lamp with Wood Handle, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll floor lamp with wood handle, circa 1950s Original condition The shade is new. (is modeled after the original dimensions.).
Brass
Midcentury Brass Cascade Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A brass Cascade 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 and fits...
Brass
Bamboo floor lamp by Rupert Nikoll Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Unique and highly decorative vintage Hollywood Regency style floor lamp. The lamp features a striking tilted bamboo stem, a solid brass tripod base, and a distinctive umbrella-shaped...
Brass
2 Rupert nikoll Lucite table lamps red and yellow vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2 Rupert nikoll Lucite table lamps red and yellow vienna around 1960s Original condition Original shades
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Floor Lamp, Vienna, circa 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll floor lamp Vienna, circa 1960s Brass, Iron and Lucite Original condition.
Brass, Iron
Several Pendant Lights, Patinated Brass Clear Glass, Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Limburg, Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Several rare and exceptional pendant lights by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The textured glass is similar to the lights ...
Brass
Mid-Century Walnut Brass Copper Chandelier By Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass, copper and walnut wood frame with 6 arms fitted each with E14 sockets and opaline glass shades. Manufactured in Vienna in the 1950 by Rupert Nikoll.
Brass, Copper
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Textured Glass Nickel Chrome, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Orrefors, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A light fixture by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). It is made of a nickeled (similar to chrome) frame which holds nine l...
Nickel, Metal, Chrome
$655 / set
Pair of Rupert Nikoll Table Lamps
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Krefeld, DE
A pair table lamps (2) from the 1950s, modell called Nonnenhaube (coif). Made by Rupert Nikoll Austria. New electrified. With Nikoll sticker on the back. Brass, metall and shades in ...
Brass
Emil Stejnar Nickel-Plated Dandelion Sputnik Blowball Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Mid-Century snowflake blowball sputnik chandelier from the 1950s. Designed by Emil Stejnar, manufactured by Rupert Nikoll Vienna / Austria. Made of nickel-plated brass, ...
Crystal, Brass, Nickel
Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with five arms each fitted with E27 sockets and hand made shades. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1950s.
Brass
Austrian Mirror with Glass Blossoms by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar, Palwa
Located in Houston, TX
Austrian mirror with glass blossoms by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. Stunning round Austrian mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, circa 19...
Glass, Mirror
$4,400Sale Price / item|48% Off
Emil Stejnar Brass Glass Chandeliers Refurbished Lamps, Austria 1950
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
1 out of 2 fully refurbished 24" ball lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria circa 1955- sold and priced per piece Gorgeous set of 2 sparkling starburst chandeliers in the original iconic design that has been featured worldwide, often copied but never reached. Emil Stejnar designed these for a cafe in Vienna but due to the success they were produced in larger numbers and subsequently used for homes as well. The originals show the typical brass structure with white cages and diamond crystals. The bulb sockets are white as well (There are many copies and facsimiles out there that are fully brass colored only and are made from iron). The big lights...
Brass
Set of Two Rare Eel Table Lamps or Wall Lights by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1952
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, BY
Set of two extremely rare and lovely Mid-Century Modern Eel bedside table lamps / wall lights. Manufactured by Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1952. Executed in brass and fabric, each lamp c...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Pendant, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll pendant, circa 1950s Brass parts polished and stove enameled Original glass Rare model We have a second one almost the same We can adjust the length according to y...
Brass
$1,548Sale Price|35% Off
Chandelier Snowball Sputnik by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hamburg, DE
This enchanting chandelier was designed by Emil Stejnar in the 1950s for the Viennese lighting manufacturer Rupert Nikoll. Stejnar's ceiling lamps are characterized by star shapes an...
Crystal, Brass
Flush Mount Light Sconce Rupert Nikoll, Glass Patinated Metal, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic textured glass light fixture by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1950s-1960s. It can be used as ceiling or wall lamp. The glass has been ...
Metal
$1,620Sale Price|20% Off
Extremely Rare and Heavy Midcentury Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll Vienna
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Extremely rare very heavy midcentury glass pendant lamp by Rupert Nikoll. Made in Vienna Austria. Beautiful high-quality closed glass shade made of thick, very heavy clear glass wit...
Brass
1960's Chandelier in Brass with Fiber Glass Shades made in Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
Mid-century chandelier with eight arms in brass. The arms are made from hexagonal tubbing giving the chandelier a unique character . Eight fibreglass shades compliment the form .
Brass
Large Pendant Light with Aged Brass Glass by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Aachen, NRW
Petite pendant light with 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 E27 s...
Brass
$1,440Sale Price|40% Off
Rupert Nikoll Mid-Century Brass Floor Lamp, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Viennese modernist floor lamp, designed and executed by Rubert Nikoll in the 1950s. Has a black cast-iron base, a wooden stem, lovely brass d...
Brass
Pair of Brass Glass Sconces Wall Lights by Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of Mid-Century Modern floral wall lamps by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured circa 1950. The pieces are made of brass, white painted metal and han...
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Several Flush Mount Lights, Patinated Brass Clear Glass, Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg, J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, Rupert Nikoll, Limburg
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Several rare and exceptional flush mount lights by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The textured glass is similar to the lig...
Brass
Amazing 17-Lights Chandelier Dandelion by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, BY
Amazing light object. Lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern sputnik chandelier 'dandelion'. Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s. Executed in brass, ...
Brass
Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A brass 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 and fits perfect...
Brass
Midcentury Chandelier or Pendant Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in München, BY
Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern six-armed chandelier or pendant lamp 'Fontaine'. Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, 1950s. Executed in silver plated brass, Lu...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll "Sputnik" Vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll "Sputnik" Vienna around 1950s Brass and copper polished and stove enamelled.
Brass, Copper
Table or Wall Lamp Vienna, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Table lamp or wall lamp vienna 1950s Brass polished and stove enamelled Rare modell.
Aluminum, Brass
2 Rupert Nikoll Table Lamps Vienna circa 1950s with Fabric Shades
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2 Rupert Nikoll table lamps Vienna circa 1950s with fabric shades Brass polished and stove enameled Fabric shades are replaced (new).
Brass
Two Kalmar Floor Lamps around 1950s with Fabric Shades
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Two kalmar floor lamps around 1950s with fabric shades Polished and stove enamelled Fabric shades are replaced ( new ).
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
Pair of Midcentury Rupert Nikoll Brass Nightstand Table Lamps, 1950s, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Pair of elegant Rupert Nikoll polished brass nightstand or table lamps. Made of curved brass tube. Fully working rewired and tested condition with lovely patina. One Edison E27 sock...
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...
Brass
Huge Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Patinated Brass Textured Glass, Austria, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An extra large eight-arm chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, manufacured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The fixture is made of a nice mixture of materials:...
Brass, Metal
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
Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with five-arms each fitted with E27 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s.
Brass
Fantastic Set of Two Emil Stejnar Ceiling Lamps by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Munich, DE
Ceiling flush mount with glass blossoms, manufactured Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950. Matching pair.
Brass, Metal
One of Three Emil Stejnar Pendant Lights Chandeliers, Brass Glass, Austria 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
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
Gorgeous 1950s Mid-Century Modernist 26" Backlit Mirror by Emil Stejnar, Vienna
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Gorgeous 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...
Crystal, Metal, Enamel
Textured Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Metal frame chrome plated, cast crystal glass, fitted with 4 E27 sockets. Decorated glass elements. Manufactured in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s.
Brass, Chrome
$2,998 / item
Huge Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with eight-arm each fitted with E27 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s. Measures: Diameter 70cm (27.55").
Brass
Glass Pendant Lamp By Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Glass pendant lamp fitted with one E27 socket, designed in the 1950s by Rupert Nikoll in Vienna.
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
$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
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
$2,990Sale Price|56% Off
Large Brass Pyra Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Midcentury chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, fitted with 16 E27 sockets. The total length can be customized.
Brass
Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in bruxelles, BE
Brass and glass chandelier by Emil Stejnar. Wear due to time and age FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST PRICE
Brass