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.
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
Brass Beaded Crystal Glass Flower Pendant Lantern by Emil Stejnar, 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
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
Two Rupert Nikoll floor lamps vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Two Rupert Nikoll floor lamps vienna around 1950s Brass parts polished and stove enamelled Bamboo stem Shades are replaced ( new ).
Brass
Fabulous Emil Stejnar Snowball Orbit Sputnik Chandelier Vintage Austria 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
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
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
Set of Three Pendant Lights by Rupert Nikoll, Brass Opal and Clear Glass, 1960s
By Stilnovo, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of three gorgeous and rare pendant light fixtures by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The upper part of the body is ...
Brass
Large Emil Stejnar Sputnik Chandelier Rupert Nikoll, Brass Copper, Vienna, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
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
Dandelion Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By J.T. Kalmar, Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, Bakalowits & Söhne, Ernest Palme
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 "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
Emil Stejnar Chandelier Rupert Nikoll, Brass Crystal Glass, Lucite Vienna, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
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
Several Pendant Lights Lamps, Patinated Brass Clear Glass, Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg, J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, Limburg, Rupert Nikoll
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
Midcentury Brass Flush Mount Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction flush mounth with six arm and cone shaped shades. Fitted with E27 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s.
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 Wood shelac polished Iron blackened Brass is polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Brass, Iron
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Rupert Nikoll, Wiener Werkstätte, Emil Stejnar, J.T. Kalmar
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
Rupert nikoll floor lamp with original fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll floor lamp with original fabric shade vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is original
Brass
$720Sale Price / item|40% Off
Two Large Emil Stejnar Flower Brass Sconces by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to two large floral brass wall lights with three arms, glass crystals and integrated switches. Price is per piece. Designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll in the 1950s...
Crystal, Brass
$820Sale Price|41% Off
Rupert Nikoll Chandelier, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll chandelier, circa 1950s. Six lights. On top polished wooden plate.
Brass
Rupert Nikoll ceiling lamp vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll ceiling lamp vienna around 1960s The light bulbs are not included Polished and stove enameled
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
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
$1,776Sale Price|24% Off
Emil Stejnar handelier for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A striking gilded chandelier with Stejnar’s signature “snowflake” design, featuring multiple curved brass arms radiating outward, each ending in a cluster of delicate white enameled ...
Steel
Pair Brass and Lucite Glass Wall Light Sconces by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Incredible pair of mid century modern wall sconces with brass metal plate and brass screws. This wonderful pieces were designed in Austria by Emil Stejnar during the 1950s. Made by R...
Metal
Geometric Shaped 16 Bulbs Brass Pendant Light Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large pendant light fixture by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). This ...
Brass
Pendant Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar, Ernest Palme, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Palwa
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
$6,796 / set
Two Rupert Nikoll Floor Lamps, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Two Rupert Nikoll floor lamps, circa 1950s The floor lamps are polished and stove enamelled. The shades are replaced (new). The original wood handles are polished. The floor lamp...
Brass
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
Beautiful small mid-century pendant lamp by Emil Stejnar in a trumpet shape
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
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
Large Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Wiener Werkstätte, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Adolf Loos, Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar
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
$1,143Sale 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
$5,120Sale Price|20% Off
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
Rupert Nikoll Sputnik Chandelier Vienna Around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll Sputnik chandelier vienna around 1960s Original condition.
Brass
$937Sale Price|46% Off
Sputnik Flush Mount Designed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna 1950
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Sputnik Flush Mount Designed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna 1950 original condition
Brass
Flush Mount Light Fixture, Patinated Brass and Bubble Glass, Rupert Nikoll, 1960
By Glashütte Limburg, Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, Limburg
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A rare and exceptional flush mount light by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The textured glass is similar to the lights of ...
Brass
Rare Austrian Mid- Century Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare mid - century polished and lacquered brass and metal 12 -arms chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, circa 1950s. Socket: 12 x e14 for standard screw bulbs. Pair of matching wa...
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
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
$1,874Sale Price|20% Off
MCM Wall Light or a Flush Mount in pierced brass by Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a rare and highly decorative six-light flush mount by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, dating to the 1950s. Executed in brass, the fixture embodies the playful so...
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
Emil Stejnar Backlit Mirror, Rupert Nikoll, Brass Glass White Metal, 1950s
By Stilnovo, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
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
$5,624 / set
Two Rupert Nikoll Floor Lamps, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Two Rupert Nikoll floor lamps, circa 1950s. Polished brass and stove enameled. Wood Handle. Shade are replaced (new). At the moment we have yellow and green. Other shade color ca...
Brass
$1,874Sale Price|44% Off
Rupert Nikoll Floorlamp, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll floorlamp, circa 1950s Polished and stove enamelled The shade is replaced (New).
Brass
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
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
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Wiener Werkstätte, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, J.T. Kalmar
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
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 fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Brass
Rupert Nikoll sputnik ceiling lamp vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll sputnik ceiling lamp vienna around 1960s Polished and stove enameled The bulbs are not included
Brass
Flush Mount Ceiling Chandeliers by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Steel lacquered with glass blossoms and pearls. Designed in the 1950s in Vienna by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. Fitted with three E27 sockets. On request shorter or longer rod. Tw...
Steel
Rupert Nikoll Floor Lamp, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll floor lamp, circa 1950s Can be turned on and adjusted separately.
Brass
Table Lamp Adjustable by Rupert Nikoll Midcentury, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare desk light by Rupert Nikoll, Austria circa 1955 Iconic desk light made from brass, lacquered aluminum and cast iron. It is in good original condition, presenting an ingenious...
Brass, Aluminum
10 Arm Rupert Nikoll chandelier around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
10 Arm Rupert Nikoll chandelier around 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled The bulbs are not includet ( they are only for the photoshooting )
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
Big Rupert Nikoll sputnik chandelelier with 10 arms vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Big Rupert Nikoll sputnik chandelelier with 10 arms vienna around 1950s Polished and stove enameled
Brass
Large Adjustable Rotatable Wall Lamp Brass Wood Pleated Cream Fabric Shade, 1960
By Svenskt Tenn, J.T. Kalmar, 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
Almost same R. Nikoll table lamps with lucite shades vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
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
2x Rupert nikoll table lamps with fabric shades vienna around 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
2x Rupert nikoll table lamps with fabric shades vienna around 1960s Original condition the shades are replaced ( new )
Crystal, Brass
$351Sale Price|45% Off
Rupert Nikoll Table Lamp, circa 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert Nikoll table lamp, circa 1960s Original condition.
Metal, Brass
austrian mid century emil stejnar CHANDELIER hanging lamp dandelion sputnik ceil
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Mannheim, DE
Magnificent Austrian mid century chandelier designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna in the mid 1950s. Material brass, white painted metal and glass. A total of 33 arms ext...
Brass
Rupert nikoll cherry wood table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll cherry wood table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s Cherry wood polished Brass parts polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Brass
Floral Brass Wall Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Bakalowits & Söhne, Emil Stejnar, Palwa, 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