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.
Austrian Brass and Walnut Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By J.T. Kalmar, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Rupert Nikoll, 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. Beautiful walnut detail...
Metal
Beautiful Brass Grid Ceiling Light Chandelier Rupert Nikoll Vienna Austria 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful and rare chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. An original mid-century vintage piece manufactured in the 1950s. It is made of Brass. The Fixture requires sixteen Eu...
Metal, 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, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, 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
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...
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
$1,402Sale 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
$706Sale 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
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
Large Mid Century Four-Flamed Flush Mount or Ceiling Lamp by Rupert Nikoll 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, BY
Large, rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern brass and bubble glass ceiling lamp or flush mount. Designed & manufactured by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1960s. Executed ...
Brass
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 original lucite shades vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll chandelier with original lucite shades vienna around 1960s Original condition Original lucite shades
Brass
2 Rupert nikoll wall lamps vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2 Rupert nikoll wall lamps vienna around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled (The bulbs are not included they are only for the photoshooting)
Brass
Big Table lamp with fabric shade by rupert Nikoll vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Big Table lamp with fabric shade by rupert Nikoll vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( New )
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Sputnik Chandelier, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll Sputnik chandelier circa 1950s Original condition Original glass. We have a second one it is not includet with this one.
Brass
Rupert nikoll floor lamp with fabric shade around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll floor lamp with fabric shade around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled Metal blackened The shade is replaced new
Metal, Brass
Rupert Nikoll Vienna 1950
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll Vienna 1950 Brass polished and stove enamelled The fabric shade is replaced ( new ).
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
Rupert Nikoll Midcentury Brass Tube Bubble Glass Table Lamp, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful modernist table lamp / side lamp from the 1950s, designed and executed by Rupert Nikoll Vienna, Austria. Made of polished brass and mouth blown clear glass with bubbles i...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with cherry wood and fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with cherry wood and fabric shade vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled Cherry wood polished The fabric shade is replaced (New)
Brass
Austrian Walnut/Brass Chandelier With Pressed Glass Shades By Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Walnut frame with eight arms fitted each with E27 sockets and pressed glass shades. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s. Very good original condition.
Brass
Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Textured Glass and Nickel, 1960
By Orrefors, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A beautiful textured glass and nickel (similar to chrome) light fixture by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The lamp has be...
Nickel, Metal
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 Brass polished and stove enameled Original lucite shades
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Round Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
An illuminated wall mirror from the 1960s made in Austria. It was designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. The mirror has a round design with beautiful orange/red acrylic flowers....
Aluminum
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
Wall Lamp Walnut and Opaline Glass by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Walnut frame fitted with two E14 sockets and opaline glass shades. Made in the 1960s by Rupert Nikoll in Vienna, Austria.
Glass, Teak
Rupert Nikoll, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, plastic and beige opaline glass with alabaster decor produced by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.75"H x 4.45"D Bulb Specifications: E-14 (E...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Chandelier, circa 1950s, Vienna, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll chandelier, circa 1950s Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). They are made of a seamless brass belt w...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Brass and Bubble Glass Table Lamp
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with handblowed glass stand and shade fitted with two E27 sockets. Made by Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s in Vienna.
Brass
One of Two Emil Stejnar Sputnik Chandeliers, Brass Crystal Glass, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two outstanding 1950s Viennese Sputnik / blowball / snowball chandeliers / pendant lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. Original pieces manufactured in M...
Brass, Metal
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
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
Emil Stejnar Blowball Brass & Crystal Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and unusual hemispherical blowball snowflake dandelion sputnik chandelier, designed by Emil Stejnar, manufactured in the 1950s by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna. An early model wi...
Crystal, Brass, Nickel
Pair of Mid-Century Brass Sconces by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
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
Rupert Nikoll Pendant, Vienna, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll pendant, Vienna, 1960s. Painted metal and glass Original condition.
Metal
$1,402 / set
2x rupert nikoll wall lamps vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2x rupert nikoll wall lamps vienna around 1960s Polished and stove enameled e14 bulbs (Small)
Brass
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
Three Colorful Glass and Brass Pendant Lights by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of three textured glass and brass pendant lights by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, manufactured in Mid-Century (1950s-1960s). Three textured glasses are colored in red, green and blue....
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
Rupert Nikoll Floor Lamp Vienna Around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll floor lamp vienna around 1950s Wood is polished Brass parts polished and stove enamelled Fabric shade is replaced (new).
Brass
$1,402 / item
2 rare Rupert Nikoll table lamp vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2 rare Rupert Nikoll table lamp vienna around 1950s Polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new ) Priced and sold per piece
Brass, Copper
$2,940Sale Price|40% Off
Rupert Nikoll Large Midcentury Brass Chandelier, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and huge rhombic Austrian brass chandelier with 16 light sources, designed and manufactured by Rupert Nikoll / Vienna in the 1950...
Brass
Rupert nikoll table lamp with lucite shade vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll table lamp with lucite shade vienna around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled
Brass
Emil Stejnar Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s Hand Cut Crystal & Brass
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Bainbridge, NY
European Modern Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Hand Cut Crystal Sputnik Chandelier. Featuring a suspended and looped Brass rod with interior, spherical Brass Sputnik form with origin...
Crystal, Brass
Rupert Nikoll Table Lamp Vienna Around, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll table lamp vienna around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled Wood handle The shade blackened.
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...
Crystal, Brass
$526Sale Price|40% Off
Rupert Nikoll Ceiling Lamp, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll ceiling lamp circa 1950s Original condition.
Brass
2x Sputnik Flush Mounts Designed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2x Sputnik Flush Mount Designed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna 1950 Original condition Pair price.
Brass
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By J.T. Kalmar, Emil Stejnar, Wiener Werkstätte, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Rupert Nikoll
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
$1,530Sale Price / item|27% Off
Two Emil Stejnar Brass Crystal Flush Mounts or Sconces, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Wien, Au
Two Emil Stejnar brass crystal flush mounts or sconces, Austria for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s Original condition Priced and sell per piece.
Crystal, Brass
Set of Three Emil Stejnar Sputnik Flush Mount Lights, Brass Crystal Glass, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of three gorgeous 1950s Viennese Sputnik / blowball / snowball flush mount lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. Original vintage pieces manufactured in m...
Brass, Metal
Rupert Nikoll Chandelier with Original Glass Shades Vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll chandelier with original glass shades Vienna around 1960s Marked on the glass shades.
Brass, Nickel
Pair of Brass Glass Sconces by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
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
1 of 3 Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass flush-mount light with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s. Heavy quality and in good co...
Crystal, Brass
$584Sale Price|44% Off
Pendant by Rupert Nikoll, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Pendant by Rupert Nikoll, circa 1950s Polished.
Brass
Rupert Nikoll, Table Lamp, Walnut, Brass. Parchment, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, walnut, brown parchment paper and green velvet table lamp designed and produced by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 10.1“ H x 5.8...
Brass
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
Beautiful Huge Oval Illuminated Mirror Designed by Emil Stejnar
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Illuminating vintage mirror by Emil Stejnar from the 1960s. Manufactured in Vienna by A. Rupert Nikoll. Perfect condition. Originally illuminated with neon tube but now rebuild to ...
Steel
Large Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass/steel construction with opaline glass shades, fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Austria, Vienna in the early 1960s by Rupert Nikoll. Patina on brass parts.
Brass
Mid-Century Brass Chanderlier
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with ten arms and lucite leaves fitted each with E14 sockest. Made in Austria by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1960s.
Brass