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.
Pair of Pendant Lights, Patinated Aged Brass Glass, Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Glashütte Limburg, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of gorgeous patinated brass pendants by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). They are made of a seamless brass b...
Brass
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
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
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
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.
Metal, Brass
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
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass flush mount with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s. Heavy quality and in good conditio...
Crystal, Brass
A Pair of Brass Opaline Glass Sconce Wall Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass/steel construction with opaline glass shades, fitted each with E14 sockets. Made in Austria, Vienna in the early 1960s by Rupert Nikoll. Perfect original condition. Price for b...
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
Mid-Century Modern Snowflake Light Installation Emil Stejnar Rupert Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Austrian Double Snowflake Light Installation by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, 1950s A unique double “Snowflake” rod pendant light by Rupert Nik...
Metal
$1,485Sale Price|25% Off
Table Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with glass shade fitted with three E14 sockets. Made by Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s in Vienna.
Brass
Huge Midcentury Brass/Teak Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass/teak construction with ten-arms each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s.
Brass
2x Rupert Nikoll Floor Lamps with Wood Handle, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2x Rupert Nikoll Floor Lamps with Wood Handle, circa 1950s The shade is new. (is modeled after the original dimensions.). Polished and stove enameled Pair Price
Brass
Dandelion Sputnik Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1955
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Uithoorn, NL
'Dandelion' Sputnik chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Vienna, Austria, 1955. Produced by Rupert Nikoll. This chandelier is made of faceted glass in the shapes of snowflakes. The Sputnik-li...
Silver
Brass Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with glass, fitted with E27 sockets. Made in Austria, Vienna in the 1960s by Rupert Nikoll.
Brass
$2,371Sale Price|20% Off
Tripod Floor Lamp, Model 2003 , J.T. Kalmar, 1950's
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
An elegant midcentury floor lamp from Kalmar, Manufactured in the 1950s in Vienna Austria, this polished brass floor lamp has been rewired with a grey cloth covered cable. The shade ...
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
Brass Blue Mid-Century Modern Vintage Floor Lamp Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass blue Mid-Century Modern vintage floor lamp designed and manufactured by Rupert Nikoll, 1950s, Austria. The company Rupert Nikoll was a ...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass Orange Floor Lamp Rupert Nikoll 1950s Vienna
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage floor lamp by Rupert Nikoll from brass 1950s Vienna. A gorgeous floor lamp from curved brass tube in iconic shape by Rupert Nikoll, 1950s Vienna. This fl...
Brass
Set of Three Pendant Lamps by Rupert Nikoll, 1960 in brass and blown glass
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in London, GB
Set of three elongated blown glass pendants encased in brass cones perforated with holes of varying sizes. The hot and molten glass was hand blown through the cone creating bubbles ...
Brass
Petite Midcentury Rupert Nikoll Brass Nightstand Table Lamp, 1950s, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Elegant petite Rupert Nikoll solid brass nightstand or table lamp. Fully working rewired and tested condition with lovely patina. One Edison E27 socket. The lamp works on 220V and 11...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Pair Midcentury Brass Nightstand Table Lamps, 1950s, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Elegant pair of Rupert Nikoll solid brass bed-side or nightstand lamps. The lamps are in excellent condition. Fully working rewired and tested conditio...
Brass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Brass White Plastic Tornado 1950s Vienna
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage chandelier model Tornado by Rupert Nikoll from brass and white plastic, 1950s Vienna. An amazing circular chandelier with ten ( 10 ) arms and white plastic...
Brass
Large Snowball Pendant by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Snowball Pendant by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. Designed and manufactured in Austria, circa 1960's. Brass, glass. Rewired for U.S. standards...
Brass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Table Lamp by Rupert Nikoll 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage brass table lamp by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, 1950s. A wonderful table lamp in geometric shape with a joyful lamp shade, covered with high quality Jo...
Brass
Pendant Light Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Textured Glass Patinated Brass, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic, exceptional and very rare pendant light fixture by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, manufactured in Austria in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The textured gla...
Brass
Sconces by Rupert Nikoll, from Early 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Original condition with E14 bulbs now LED. the is also a suitable chandelier available.
Cut Steel
Rupert Nikoll MidCentury Brass Floor Lamp, Carl Aubock Hand Switch Austria, 1950
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
A black and golden mid-century modern floor lamp from the 1950s by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. This floor lamp impresses with its elegant and sleek form, which is why it is also ...
Metal, Brass
Dandelion Wall Lamp or Flush Light by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar, Palwa, Kinkeldey, Bakalowits & Söhne, Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful dandelion wall lamp or ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with its lavish flowers and brass details has a very luxurious appearance and sparkles particularly beauti...
Metal
$2,655Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Table Lamp from Rupert Nikoll, Patinated Brass and Glass, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
Here is a fantastic table light manufactured by Rupert Nikoll, in Vienna, from the early 1960s. The lamp has been photographed with studio lighting, then with direct sun light and fi...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll chandelier vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll chandelier vienna around 1960s Original condition The fabric shades are replaced ( new )
Crystal, Brass
Rupert Nikoll Ceiling lamp vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rare Rupert Nikoll Ceiling lamp vienna around 1950s Brass polished and lacquered iron white painted
Brass, Iron
Emil Stejnar Blowball Sputnik Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
A stunning Mid-Century sputnik dandelion blowball chandelier, designed by Emil Stejnar and produced by Rupert Nikoll Vienna / Austria in the 1950s. This early model features a centra...
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Brass & Crystal Sputnik Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modernist Sputnik chandelier, designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll and crafted in Austria circa 1958, is a timeless example of bold innovation and sop...
Crystal, Brass
Flower Sputnik Chandelier by Emile Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Antwerp, BE
1950s Sputnik chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. Made of brass and hand-cut-glass crystals. It has 17 sockets for E14 bulbs ,in original good condition.
Brass
Dandelion Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar, Palwa, Ernest Palme, Bakalowits & Söhne, Rupert Nikoll
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
Rupert Nikoll chandelier with swiveling shades vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll chandelier with swiveling shades vienna around 1960s Original condition Swiveling shades
Brass
Glass and Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
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
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Emil Stejnar, Wiener Werkstätte
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
Two Brass Floor Lamp "Sumatra" by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Two Brass Floor Lamp "Sumatra" by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shades are replaced ( new )
Brass
2 Rupert Nikoll Wood Table Lamps by Rupert Nikoll, Around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2 Rupert nikoll wood table lamps by Rupert nikoll around 1950s. Original condition.
Fabric, Nutwood
Brass and Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with five arms each fitted with E14 socket and opaline glass shades. Made in Austria by Rupet Nikoll in the 1960s.
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Floor lamp vienna around 1960
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll Floor lamp vienna around 1960 Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Brass
Rupert Nikoll floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled The base is blackened The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Vintage Floor Lamp Sumatra Rupert Nikoll, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage floor lamp model Sumatra, which was designed and manufactured by Rupert Nikoll circa 1955, Austria. The floor lamp features a curved brass stem with an ivo...
Brass
$711Sale Price|45% Off
one Ceiling Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
one Ceiling Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1950s Original condition. Two bulbs.
Brass, Aluminum
Mid-Century Chandelier "Sputnik" by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll around 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Mid-Century Chandelier "Sputnik" by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll around 1950s Brass polished and stovre enameled e14 bulbs ( european )
Crystal, Brass
Midcentury Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with 12 arms and opaline glass shades each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1950s. Total height can be customized.
Brass
Big Rupert Nikoll table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Big Rupert Nikoll table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replace ( new )
Brass
$1,422Sale Price|20% Off
Cascade Pendant Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Pineapple Design, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Berlin, BE
Rare, extraordinary cascade lamp by Emil Stejnar. Manufacturer: Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. The balls consist of many acrylic beads, with a brass top. Design of a pineapple. The bal...
Brass
Floral Emil Stejnar Modernist Brass Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Viennese mid century brass crystal chandelier. Designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll in the 1950s. In very good condition with charming patina. Please n...
Mid-Century Modern Snowflake Chandelier Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Vienna
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Snowflake Chandelier Pendant Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Vienna Austria. Rare ceiling chandelier by Rupert Nikoll based on a design by Emil Stejnar. A...
Metal
Rupert Nikoll Floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll Floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled The base is partly blackened The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
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
Rupert nikoll table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s The fabric shade is replaced ( new ) Brass polished and stove enameled
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Chandelier, Glass Copper Brass, Austria, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Mid-Century Modern six-arm chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950s. It is made of cut-glass, natural aged copper and brass. The rod is covered by ebonized wood. The piece is de...
Brass, Copper
Hight adjustable Floor lamp with adjustable shelf vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Hight adjustable Floor lamp with adjustable shelf vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled Original fabric shade Hight adjustable from 133cm up to 170cm
Brass
Rupert Nikoll chandelier with lucite shades vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll chandelier with lucite shades vienna around 1960s This one is original condition We have a second one too but restored ( polished and stove enameled ) 1stDibs Ref: LU10...
Brass
Dandelion Wall Lamp or Flush Light by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Palwa, Bakalowits & Söhne, Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Emil Stejnar
Located in München, DE
Very large dandelion wall lamp or ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with its lavishly decorated flowers and brass details has a very luxurious look and sparkles particularly beau...
Metal
Large 33-Lights Chandelier Dandelion by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in München, BY
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