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 Mirror with Glass Blossoms by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll, Palwa, Emil Stejnar
Located in Houston, TX
Austrian mirror with glass blossoms by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. Stunning round Austrian mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, circa 19...
Glass, Mirror
Gorgeous 1950s Mid-Century Modernist 26" Backlit Mirror by Emil Stejnar, Vienna
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Gorgeous illuminated mirror in mid-century style surrounded by countless crystal flowers on a round mirror with an enameled metal frame. The backlit glass flowers arranged all around...
Crystal, Metal, Enamel
Illuminated Mirror Glass & Brass by Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant illuminated mirror with pearls on a brass frame. Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria in the 1950s. Measures: diameter 17.7" in. (45 cm). Lighting: ...
Crystal, Brass
Vintage Back light Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1950s
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 54,5 cm Diameter , 9 cm Height Condition: Good Period: 1970s Material: Metal , glass , plastic Color: Multicolored
Metal
$2,670
H 3.55 in Dm 16.54 in
Mid-Century Modern Round Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Antwerp, BE
One illuminated round mirror with background illumination and brass and Lucite flowers by Emil Stejnar. Looking in this mirror will turn you into a princess when you pull the cord sw...
Metal
$2,611
H 32.5 in W 25 in D 3.2 in
Rare Midcentury Emil Stejnar Illuminated Floral Oval Shape Mirror, Austria 1950s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish Mid-Century Modern vanity / make up hallway mirror for wall mounting, 1950s. An exceptional and highly collectible piece by famed Austrian designer Emil Stejnar, this illumi...
Metal
$2,659
H 3.55 in Dm 16.54 in
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 acrylic flowers. The...
Aluminum
$1,186Sale Price|20% Off
H 16.93 in W 16.93 in D 3.15 in
Illuminated floral mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1950s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in ECHT, NL
Back lit wall mirror. Designed by Emil Stejnar and produced by Rupert Nikoll, Austria in the 1950s. The mirror has an edge made from numerous glass flowers that reflect en disperse t...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Gold Leaf Sunburst Convex Mirror, Italy, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A gorgeous finely carved with gold leaf finish convex sunburst mirror with small mirrors surrounding the glass. This piece wears its original gold leaf vintage...
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
$1,186Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 3.94 in
Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century wall mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. The mirror consists of an illuminated back with a large number of glass crystal glass flowers. 1950s - Austria Very good...
Murano Glass
Brass "Sunflower" Mirror, 1950s
By Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Charming Mid-Century brass "sunflower" or sunburst mirror. The main brass rim is surrounded by delicate "petals" made of brass wire. Nice original condition with patina on the brass ...
Brass
Illuminated Mirror with Floral Frame by Emil Stejnar
By Emile Steinar
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Illuminated mirror with floral frame by Emil Stejnar.
Iron
$2,600
H 3.15 in Dm 20.08 in
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
$1,839 / item
H 3.55 in Dm 16.54 in
Two Mid-Century Modern Round Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two amazing illuminated round mirrors with background illumination and brass and Lucite flowers by Emil Stejnar. Looking in this mirror will t...
Metal
$4,035
H 3.55 in Dm 22.84 in
Mid-Century Modern Round Mirror by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
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
Round Illuminated Rupert Nikoll Lucite Flower Mirror, Vienna, Austria
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Designed by Emil Stejnar and manufactured by Rupert Nikoll for the Vienna Cafe Ohne Pause Espresso at Graben Austria, 1955. This mirror is eye candy to look at during daytime and stardom with the light on when its dark...
Brass, Magnets, Metal