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.
H 45.28 in Dm 30.71 in
Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Wiener Werkstätte, Emil Stejnar
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
H 29.53 in Dm 25.99 in
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
H 24.41 in Dm 22.84 in
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Wiener Werkstätte, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
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
H 32.29 in Dm 26.78 in
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
H 26.78 in Dm 25.6 in
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, 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. Manufacturer: Rupert N...
Metal
H 42.52 in Dm 33.47 in
Large Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Wiener Werkstätte, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll, 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
H 32.68 in Dm 25.6 in
Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By J.T. Kalmar, Emil Stejnar, Wiener Werkstätte, 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
H 38.19 in Dm 26.78 in
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
H 10.63 in Dm 32.29 in
Large Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By J.T. Kalmar, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Wiener Werkstätte, Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
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
H 22.84 in Dm 32.68 in
Large Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Emil Stejnar, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Wiener Werkstätte, Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
An 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. Man...
Metal
Pendant Light Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Brass Glass Pleated Cream Shades, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, J.T. Kalmar, Paavo Tynell, Rupert Nikoll, 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
Pendant Light Chandelier, Brass Pleated Cream Fabric Shades, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank, Josef Hoffmann, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic chandelier made of brass with cream colored pleated fabric shades attributed to J.T. Kalmar manufactured in Austria in 1950s. The brass parts are in very good original co...
Brass
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
Art Deco Chandelier Pendant Light, Patinated Brass Cream Fabric Shades, 1930s
By Josef Frank, J.L Lobmeyr, Paavo Tynell, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large and fantastic six-arm pendant chandelier made of brass and cream colored pleated fabric shades, manufactured in Austria in 1930s. The organically curved arms are decorated wi...
Brass, Bronze
Pendant Light 'Dreistich' J.T. Kalmar, Brass Walnut Wood Parchment Shades, 1960s
By Josef Frank, Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Svenskt Tenn, Stilnovo
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic pendant light model 'Dreistich' no. 3759 made of brass and walnut wood with parchment lamp shades by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, ca. 1960 (l...
Brass
Art Deco Pendant Light Chandelier, Brass Wood Cream Pleated Fabric Shades, 1930s
By J.T. Kalmar, Haus & Garten, Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Oswald Haerdtl
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A fantastic five arm pendant lamp made of stained wood and brass with cream colored pleated fabric shades attributed to J.T. Kalmar and Josef Frank, manufactured in Austria in 1930s....
Brass
