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.
Large Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Emil Stejnar, Wiener Werkstätte, J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful and large chandelier from the 1950s. This large lamp is very rare and impresses with its loving details. A stunning lamp and a true asset to any home. Manufa...
Metal
Huge Midcentury Rare Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare chandelier with a brass construction with twelve arms and opaline glass shades each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s. Total heigh...
Brass
Large White Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking chandelier was designed by Emil Stejnar for the renowned Vienna-based lighting manufacturer Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s. Stejnar is celebrated for his poetic and celesti...
Metal
Large Ten-Arm Chandelier Rupert Nikoll Brass Wood Opaline Glass, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A beautiful and large ten-arm chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, fmanufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). A nice mixture of materials: large opaline /...
Brass
Pendant Light Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Brass Glass Pleated Cream Shades, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar, J.T. Kalmar, Paavo Tynell, Josef Frank
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic chandelier by Rupert Nikoll manufactured in Austria in 1960s. Six curved arms hold cream colored pleated fabric shades. The fixture is decoreated with large cut glass bea...
Brass
Floor Lamp Brass Wood, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1960
By Stilnovo, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A gorgeous floor light by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The light is very similar to the floor lamp model 'Hase' (engl. rabbit) designed by J.T. Kalmar. A white textile lamp...
Brass
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with original fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with original fabric shade vienna around 1950s Original condition Original fabric shade
Brass
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Sumatra Mid-Century Brass Floor Lamp, Vienna, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant and exquisite Austrian Mid-Century floor lamp dating back to the 1950s, designed and crafted by Rupert Nikoll Vienna. This beautiful vintage piece features a gracefully cu...
Brass, Wire
Pair of Emil Stejnar Sputnik Sconces Wall Lights, Gilt Brass Crystal Glass, 1970
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of beautiful Viennese snowflake / blow ball / Sputnik wall lights designed by Emil Stejnar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). High-...
Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass
Midcentury Floor Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with a gooseneck on the end and wooden holder and fitted with an E27 socket with an original shade some use marks.
Brass, Steel
$3,745Sale Price|20% Off
Elegant Rupert Nikoll Floor Lamp with red Marble Base
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Berlin, DE
This 1950s floor lamp by Rupert Nikoll combines simplicity and elegance. The lamp features a curved brass stem and a conical fabric shade that provides soft, warm lighting. The base ...
Marble, Brass
Lager Chandeliers by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare pendant lamp, steel lacquered with glass blossoms and pearls. Designed in the 1950s in Vienna by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. Fitted with four E27 up to 100W sockets. On requ...
Steel
2x Rupert Nikoll table lamps with original fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
2x Rupert Nikoll table lamps with original fabric shade vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled Bamboo stem
Brass
2x Rupert Nikoll table lamps with fabric shades vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
2x Rupert Nikoll table lamps with fabric shades vienna around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Crystal, Brass
Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München, J.T. Kalmar, Wiener Werkstätte, Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Breathtingly beautiful chandelier from the 1950s. Loving design by Rupert Nikoll. There is a very cozy light. Manufacturer: Rupert Nikoll Condition: Very good vintage condition wi...
Silk
Brass Chandelier from the 1960´s with five Shades, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
Brass chandelier with five shades produced from the Austrian company Rupert Nikoll about 1960. The corpus is made in a solid brass; the shades are made new on the original form in pa...
Brass
Large Pendant Light Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Glass Brass Black Iron, 1960
By Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large six-arm chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The fixture is made of a nice mixture of materials: large te...
Brass, Iron
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Brass
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Wiener Werkstätte, Emil Stejnar, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
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
Set of Three Pendant Lights, Patinated Aged Brass Glass, Rupert Nikoll, 1960
By Rupert Nikoll, Glashütte Limburg, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of three 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 br...
Brass
Almost same R. Nikoll table lamps with lucite shades vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Almost same R. Nikoll table lamps with lucite shades vienna around 1950s The shades are a little bit different. The brass part is the same Priced and sold per piece
Brass
$4,464Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Pendant Lamp in Brass from Rupert Nikoll, Austria with 6 Silk Shades
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
Large pendant lamp with brass arms and blackened corpus. Six silk shades positioned on three levels giving the lamp a dynamic form. Minimalistic design with harmony and elegance. ...
Brass
Several Pendant Lights Lamps, Patinated Brass Clear Glass, Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Glashütte Limburg, J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, 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
Large Rupert Nikoll 27“ MidCentury Basket Brass Leaves Chandelier, Austria, 1950
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and large Austrian modernist brass chandelier, designed and manufactured by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, in the 1950s. This impressive piece, with its 27-inch diameter...
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1960s Three E14 sockets. Works with 220V and 110V. Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to install thi...
Metal
Midcentury Floor Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Steel painted foot with bamboo arm fitted with a E27 socket and with a new shade some use marks.
Brass, Steel
Emil Stejnar Chandelier Rupert Nikoll, Brass Crystal Glass, Lucite 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
Large Emil Stejnar Brass and Glass Snowflake Sputnik Starburst Flush Mount Light
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Large Emil Stejnar Brass and Glass Sputnik Starburst Flush Mount Light A beautiful round large snowflake starburst flush-mount lamp from the 1970s. This floral mid-century ceiling ...
Brass
Floral Wall Lamp or Flush Light by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Palwa, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar, Ernest Palme
Located in München, DE
Wonderful floral wall or ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with the crystal glass flowers has a very luxurious appearance and sparkles particularly beautifully. The design and th...
Metal
Rupert Nikoll floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s The wood is polished The brass parts are polished and stove enameled The shade is replaced ( new )
Brass
$653 / 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
Large Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Wiener Werkstätte, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, J.T. Kalmar, Adolf Loos
Located in München, DE
Stunningly beautiful and large chandelier from the 1950s. Lovingly designed by Rupert Nikoll. It creates a very cozy light. The integrated switch allows you to turn off half of the l...
Brass
Emil Stejnar Backlit Mirror, Rupert Nikoll, Brass Glass White Metal, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Stilnovo, J.T. Kalmar
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
Large Adjustable Rotatable Wall Lamp Brass Wood Pleated Cream Fabric Shade, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, 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
Fabulous Emil Stejnar Snowball Orbit Sputnik Chandelier Vintage Austria 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
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
Rupert Nikoll chandelier with swiveling shades vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll chandelier with swiveling shades vienna around 1960s Original condition Swiveling shades
Brass
Emil Stejnar Starburst Chandelier Lamp Brass Glass Gold, Austria, 1970
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Emil Stejnar snowflake blowball chandelier for Rupert Nikoll, circa 1970, featuring a 23" sphere of dandelions and twenty-five bulbs per lamp. Exclusive 24-carat gold-plated model. T...
Gold, Brass
Midcentury Floor Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with a gooseneck on the end and wooden holder and fitted with an E27 socket with a shade some use marks.
Brass, Steel
Mid Century, Ten Arm Chandelier in Brass from Ruper Nikoll, made in Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
A beautifully made Mid-century, 10 arm brass chandilier from Rupert Nikoll. Here we have excellent craftsmanship with beautiful forms made in Austria.
Brass
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
Brass Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ceiling Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1950s, Vienna
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
This presented brass vintage ceiling lamp or flush mount by Rupert Nikoll, 1950s Vienna, shows ten arms with partly perforated lamp shades. Furthermore the ceiling lamp features ten ...
Metal, Brass
$1,156Sale Price / set|20% Off
Vintage Table Lamps by Rupert Nikoll, Set of 2
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Ein Paar große Nikoll Tischleuchten aus den 1950er Jahren. Minimalistisches Design im Stil der Wiener Moderne. Ausgezeichneter Zustand. Originale Schirme.
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
10 Arm Rupert Nikoll chandelier around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
10 Arm Rupert Nikoll chandelier around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled The bulbs are not includet ( they are only for the photoshooting )
Brass
Beautiful small mid-century pendant lamp by Emil Stejnar in a trumpet shape
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in München, DE
Beautiful small Mid-Century Modern metal pendant lamp by Emil Stejnar in the shape of a trumpet. The entire lamp is made of metal. The shade is adorned with glass flowers and embelli...
Metal
Big Rupert nikoll chandelier 10 arms vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Big Rupert nikoll chandelier 10 arms vienna around 1960s Polished and stove enameled the fabric shades are replaced ( new )
Brass
2x Rupert nikoll bamboo table lamps with fabric shades vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
2x Rupert nikoll bamboo table lamps with fabric shades vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled The base is blackened The fabric shades are replaced ( new )
Brass
Rupert nikoll floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert nikoll floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s Wood shelac polished Iron blackened Brass is polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Iron, Brass
Midcentury Brass and Fabric Shade Table Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This Midcentury brass table lamp by Rupert Nikoll, crafted in the 1960s, exemplifies the refined elegance and sculptural clarity for which the Austrian designer is celebrated. The la...
Brass
Austrian Beaded Glas Flower Lead Crystal Lantern, Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
One of kind beaded glass flower and lead Crystal gilt brass mounted lantern or pendant by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s. Hexagonal brass structure completely (outsid...
Crystal, Brass
Midcentury, Brass, Pendant Lamp from Rupert Nikoll with Silk Shades, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
An elegant, brass, three armed pendant from the 1950's, from Rupert Nikoll. The height of the illustrated lamp is 67 cm. There is an extension tube of 50cm. This would would make the...
Brass
Several Pendant Lights, Patinated Brass Clear Glass, Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, Glashütte Limburg, Rupert Nikoll, 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
Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Wien, AT
Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled
Crystal, Brass
$949Sale Price|46% Off
Sputnik Flush Mount Designed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna 1950
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Sputnik Flush Mount Designed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna 1950 original condition
Brass
Austrian pendant in Brass with Silk Shades, Regency Style 1950's, Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
A beautiful, small, Regency styled, pendant lamp in brass with silk shade from Rupert Nikoll, from the 1950's. Exquisitely crafted in brass by hand, this pendant is in very fine, or...
Brass
Pendant Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar, Palwa, Ernest Palme, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in München, DE
Wonderful pendant lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with the crystal glass flowers has a very luxurious charisma and sparkles particularly beautiful. The design and the materials used cr...
Metal
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Brass & Crystal Chandelier, Light, 1960s, Austria
By Paavo Tynell, Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern ceiling light, manufactured by Rupert Nikoll in 1960's, Austria, Vienna. This chandelier is a striking appearance in every room. Elegant shape and high q...
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Floral Brass Wall Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Bakalowits & Söhne, Emil Stejnar, Palwa, Rupert Nikoll, Kinkeldey
Located in München, DE
Very nice floral wall lamp from the 1950s. Very noble and classic shape. Wonderful design and excellent workmanship. Very rare! There is a cozy light. Manufacturer: Rupert Nikoll C...
Metal
Rupert nikoll ceiling light vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert nikoll ceiling light vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled The bulbs are not included ( they are only for the photoshooting )
Brass