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 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
Unusual Emil Stejnar Brass Crystal Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful, floral brass chandelier from the 1950s, designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll Vienna. Has 10 arms and a lot of crystals and glass flower elements on it. In...
Crystal, Brass
Rare Austrian Mid- Century Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
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
$1,866Sale Price|20% Off
H 23.63 in Dm 23.63 in
1950s, Emil Stejnar Chandelier for Rupert Nikoll, Austria
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This exquisite mid-century chandelier, often referred to as a “snowflake” design, features a dynamic composition of brass arms radiating outward, each adorned with delicate glass flo...
Metal, 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...
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By J.T. Kalmar, Wiener Werkstätte, Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, 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
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar, Wiener Werkstätte, 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
$2,105Sale Price|20% Off
H 23.63 in Dm 23.63 in
1950s Emil Stejnar Sculptural 'Pyra' Chandelier By Rupert Nikoll Vienna Austria
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This exquisite “Snowflake” chandelier was designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll in Vienna during the 1950s. A hallmark of Austrian mid-century lighting design, the piece featur...
Metal, Brass
Rupert Nikoll Pendant, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll pendant 1950s. Original condition.
Brass
Rupert Nikoll Chandelier, Glass Copper Brass, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
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
$1,866Sale Price|20% Off
H 16.54 in Dm 29.14 in
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
$2,800
H 24 in Dm 20 in
Emil Stejnar Midcentury Brass Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll Vienna, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
A wonderful Austrian brass chandelier with 6 arms, designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll in the 1950s. In very good condition. Measurements: diameter 20 in, total hei...
Brass
$1,120
H 28 in Dm 14.5 in
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
Midcentury Rupert Nikoll Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Light, 1960s, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful midcentury pendant lamp by Rupert Nikoll 1960s in Vienna. This lamp is a striking appearance in any room. Due to the sublime combination of hand blown glass and seamless br...
Brass
Sold
H 10.24 in Dm 11.42 in
Lantern Pendant Light, Brass Copper Opal Glass, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Nice lantern or pendant light by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s. Lovely patina on brass and copper. Nice mixture of materials: Brass, copper, black lacquered metal and opal glass. Cur...