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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Creator: Emil Stejnar
Creator: Feldman Brothers
1 of 3 Starburst Brass and Crystal Flush Mount by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass flush mount with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa the 1960s.
Heavy quality and in good cond...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Emil Stejnar 9-Flamming Chandelier, Austria, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Praha, CZ
Designed in 1950s by Emil Stejnar and executed by Rupert Nikoll. Switch on the bottom part could turn off upper three bulbs. Lacquered brass with minor age patina. No crystal parts m...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1950’s Brass, Lucite & Crystal Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in Schoorl, NL
A Stunning midcentury design manufactured around 1950. It is made of brass, lucite and hand-cut crystal dish. Briljant beading work in acrylic.
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1950s Austria Rupert Nikoll Pyra Chandelier Crystal & Brass by Emil Stejnar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant Pyra chandelier constructed of brass with cream colored painted florets and socket covers accented with crystal flowers and beads.
This beautiful polished brass chandelier which has a beautiful patina supports clusters of dandelions that are illuminated by 6 light sources to make this a truly Stunning chandelier.
Emil Stejnar designed this chandelier in 1955 for the Vienna Cafe "Ohne Pause Espresso" at Graben. "Der Graben" is one of the most famous streets in Viennas first district, the city center.
In 1939 Emil Stejnar was trained as a gold- and silversmith in his hometown Vienna. In his lighting designs this background clearly shows in his attention to ornament and his keen eye for detail. This spectacular pendant lamp evokes associations with both nature and science.
Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rubert Nikoll...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Enamel
Emil Stjenar for Rupert E. Nikoll Large Chandelier in Glass and Brass
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Emil Stjenar for Rupert E. Nikoll, chandelier, glass, brass, Austria, 1960s
Wonderful chandelier by Emil Stjenar for Nikoll. Each arm serves as a testament to the artisan's skill, c...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
1950's Brass & Acrylic Chandelier by Emil Stejnar
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Schoorl, NL
This is a standout piece from Emiel Stejnar. The brilliant beading work in acrylic gives an opulent yet elegant feel, enhanced by the curves that add a sleekness to the character of ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass chandelier with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s.
Heavy quality and in good condition...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Fabulous Emil Stejnar Snowball Orbit Sputnik Chandelier Vintage Austria Rubert N
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Sputnik nine-light brass fixture with copious amounts of Austrian crystals by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll. Cosmological. This glamorous delicate brass ‘Snowball’ Sputnik chandelier is al...
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Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Emil Stejnar Sputnik Chandelier Rupert Nikoll, Brass Copper, Vienna, 1950s
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...
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1950s Austrian Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass, Copper
Glass Flower Beads Ceiling Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s Austria
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Brass & glass flower beads ceiling lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern charming pendant lamp.
Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Manufactu...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Emil Stjenar for Rupert E. Nikoll Large Chandeliers in Glass and Brass
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Emil Stjenar for Rupert E. Nikoll, chandelier, glass, brass, Austria, 1960s
Wonderful chandeliers by Emil Stjenar for Nikoll. This cylindric chandelier consists of multiple thin bra...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Austrian Mid-Century Glass and Brass Chandelier Pendant by Emil Stejnar
By Emil Stejnar
Located in London, GB
An early model pendant light by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll.
Austria, c1950s.
Brass centre with glass decorations.
Hosted on a long stem which can be shortened upon re...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brass Cascade Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A brass Cascade chandelier made by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria in the 1960s. The lighting has an amazing midcentury design. It is made of brass and small glasses and fits...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Large Snowball Pendant by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Snowball Pendant by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll. Designed and manufactured in Austria, circa 1960's. Brass, glass. Rewired for U.S. standards. Original canopy, custom backpl...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A brass chandelier made by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria in the 1960s. The lighting has an amazing midcentury design. It is made of brass and small glasses and fits perfect...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
"Single" Medium Brass Lotus Form Pendant Ceiling Fixture by Feldman
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Medium brass lotus form pendant ceiling fixtures by Feldman.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Pair of Fabulous Emil Stejnar Snowball Orbit Sputnik Light Fixtures, Austria
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A magnificent pair of light brass Sputnik fixtures with copious amounts of Austrian crystals by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll. Cosmological.
This glamorous delicate brass ‘Snowball’ Sputn...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Rupert Nikoll for Emil Stejnar Snowball Sputnik Chandelier, 1950s Vienna
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very rare Sputnik chandelier designed by Emil Stejnar, circa 1955 and executed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass flushmount with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s.
Heavy quality and in good condition...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Emil Stejnar Starburst Chandelier Lamp Brass Glass Gold, Austria, 1970
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...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass, Gold
Plexiglass and Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s Austria
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Plexiglass and brass chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s, Austria
Mid-Century Modern charming pendant lamp.
Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Manufact...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Set of 3 Fabulous Emil Stejnar Snowball Orbit Sputnik Light Fixtures, Austria
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A magnificent set of light brass Sputnik fixtures with copious amounts of Austrian crystals by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll. Cosmological.
This glamorous delicate brass ‘Snowball’ Sputn...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Flush Mount Ceiling Chandeliers by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
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...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Emil Stejnar Dandelion Sputnik Crystal Chandelier
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spectacular, 1960s Emil Stejnar “Dandelion” chandelier for Rupert Nikoll, Austria. This sparkling orb is one of the larger versions of this design. T...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass chandelier with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 196...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Fabulous Emil Stejnar Snowball Orbit Sputnik Chandeliers, Austria
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of seventeen-light brass Sputnik fixtures with copious amounts of Austrian crystals by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll. Cosmological. Measures: Ø 17".
This glamorous delicate brass...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Steel
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass chandelier with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 196...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass chandelier with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 196...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
Large Mid-Century Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction nickel-plated with 18 arms and E14 sockets. Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s.
The total length is now 158cm (62.20inch) and will be customized.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass, Nickel
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass chandelier with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 196...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal
Dandelion Sputnik Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1955
Located in Amsterdam, NL
'Dandelion' Sputnik chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Vienna, Austria, 1955. Produced by Rupert Nikoll. This chandelier is made of faceted glass in the shapes of snowflakes. The Sputnik-li...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Silver
Large Pendant Light with Aged Brass Glass by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Petite pendant light with aged 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 ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Huge Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass chandelier with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s.
Sockets: 32 x E14 bulbs.
Very good...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass flush mount with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s.
Heavy quality and in good conditio...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
Impressive Emil Stejnar Brass and Glass Sputnik Snowball Chandelier
Located in Vienna, AT
Emil Stejnar snowball chandelier form 1960s, brass construction and gold colored socket covers accented with crystal flowers and beads.
Eight E14...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass chandelier with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 196...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
One of Three Emil Stejnar Pendant Lights Chandeliers, Brass Glass, Austria 1950s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three outstanding Viennese sputnik / blow ball / snowball chandeliers / pendant lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass, Metal
Fountain Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Fountain chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Nickel
One of Two Emil Stejnar Sputnik Chandeliers, Brass Crystal Glass, 1950s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two outstanding 1950s Viennese Sputnik / blowball / snowball chandeliers / pendant lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. Original pieces manufactured in M...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal, Brass
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Large Sputnik Chandelier
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, sputnik chandelier, glass, crystal, brass, Austria 1950s
Large brass 'Snowball' Sputnik chandelier, mad...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
Pusteblume Ceiling Fixture by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria circa 1965
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Pusteblume or spherical seed head shaped ceiling fixture designed by Emil Stejnar for Robert Nikoll comprises a polished nickel plated frame, stem, and a...
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1960s Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
Emil Stejnar Pendant Light Chandelier Brass Glass, Austria, 1950s, 1 of 3
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three outstanding Viennese sputnik / blow ball / snowball chandeliers / pendant lights by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass, Metal
Large Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Midcentury chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
The total length can be customized.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Large Brass Pyra Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Midcentury chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, fitted with 16 E27 sockets.
The total length can be customized.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass chandelier with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 196...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
Emil Stejnar Chandeliers Brass Silver Glass, Austria Mid Century
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Emil Stejnar chandelier in silver glass, Austria circa 1950
Beautiful light from the 1950s featuring 24 lights (small bulbs e14). Good overall condition, no structural issues, newly...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Silver, Brass
Brass Fountain Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
original condition
electric has to be replaced and reason for the cheap price
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Midcentury Chandelier or Pendant Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern six-armed chandelier or pendant lamp 'Fontaine'. Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, 1950s.
Executed in silver plated brass, Lu...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Emil Stejnar Blowball Brass & Crystal Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and unusual hemispherical blowball snowflake dandelion sputnik chandelier, designed by Emil Stejnar, manufactured in the 1950s by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna. An early model wi...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass, Nickel
Rare Large Brass and Glass Sputnik Chandeliers by Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare and beautiful thirty-three-light "Snowball" chandeliers designed 1955 by Emil Stejnar for the Vienna Cafe "Ohne Pause Espresso" at Graben. "Der Graben...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Emil Stejnar Snowball Flush Mount Chandelier
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Antwerp, BE
Emil Stejnar flush mount Sputnik chandelier dating to circa 1950s. Designed with a brass body and arms, white enamel sockets, bursts of faceted beads and sprays of glass rosettes. We...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Emil Stejnar Pyra Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful and unusual floral brass chandelier in the shape of a bouquet of flowers. Designed by Emil Stejnar, executed in the 1950s by Rupert Nikoll Vienna. A decorative chandelier...
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
Sputnik Chandelier Crystal & Chrome by Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1950
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant snowball chandelier with sputnik crystal flowers on a mirrored frame designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria in the 1950s.
Lighting: takes four small Ed...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Nickel
Emil Stejnar Pendant
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant petite pendant by Emil Stejnar. 12" diameter globe. Brass frame with crystal globes and stars. Perfect for an entryway, bathroom, hallway or closet. Overall height will be ad...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Impressive Brass and Glass Chandelier Designed by Emil Stejnar
Located in Vienna, AT
Emil Stejnar snowball chandelier form 1960s, brass construction and gold colored socket covers accented with crystal flowers and beads.
Twelve E14 sockets.
Two pieces available pr...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Starburst Brass Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful large starburst brass flush mount with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s.
Heavy quality and in good conditio...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Crystal, Brass
Emil Stejnar Midcentury Brass Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll Vienna, Austria, 1950s
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...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Chandelier designed by Emil Stejnar and manufactured from Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, 1950s.
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1960s Austrian Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants
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Metal
Antique, Vintage and Contemporary Chandeliers and Pendant Lights
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique and vintage chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina (note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too), with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier.
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged. Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes. Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room. With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs.
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