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Chandeliers and Pendants For Sale
Creator: Rupert Nikoll
Creator: Feldman Brothers
Huge Midcentury Brass Chandelier With Pressed Glass Shades By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass ring with ten-arm each fitted with E27 sockets and pressed glass shades. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s. Total height can be adjusted now to 85cm without re...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Emil Stejnar Twelve Arms Brass and Crystal, 1950s Pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original early Viennese chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll from the 1950s. Made of brass, red lacquered metal and hand cut crystals. Excellent condition. It takes twelve sm...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal, Brass

Ceiling Lamp in Brass with Yellow Shade in a Style from Hollywood Regency
Located in Vienna, Austria
Graceful ceiling lamp made in brass with a new shade in yellow linen. Produced for the Austrian company Rupert Nikoll in the 1950s. The lamp has bin rewired.
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1950s Austrian Hollywood Regency Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Emil Stejnar Blowball Sputnik Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A stunning Mid-Century sputnik dandelion blowball chandelier, designed by Emil Stejnar and produced by Rupert Nikoll Vienna / Austria in the 1950s. This early model features a centra...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Beautiful Brass Grid Ceiling Light Chandelier Rupert Nikoll Vienna Austria 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful and rare chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. An original mid-century vintage piece manufactured in the 1950s. It is made of Brass. The Fixture requires sixteen Eu...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Opaline Frosted White Milk Glass Brass, 1960
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A large 8-arm chandelier manufactured by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, Vienna, in midcentury, crica 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The lamp consists of a solid and polished brass frame ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

1960's Chandelier in Brass with Fiber Glass Shades made in Austria
Located in Vienna, Austria
Mid-century chandelier with eight arms in brass. The arms are made from hexagonal tubbing giving the chandelier a unique character . Eight fibreglass shades compliment the form .
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Crystal Glass Uplight by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Wonderful ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with the crystal glass flowers has a very luxurious look and sparkles particularly beautifully. The design and the materials used crea...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Starburst Chrome Chandelier by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in DÉNIA, ES
Exceptional large star chrome chandelier with hundreds of lucite crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, made in Austria, circa 1960s. High Quality and in good condition with ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1950s Emil Stejnar Sculptural 'Pyra' Chandelier By Rupert Nikoll Vienna Austria
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful 1950s brass with black lacquered details 'Snowflakes' or 'Pyra' chandelier designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll in Vienna Austria. This example has ten arms is is in ...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Rupert Nikoll chandelier vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll chandelier vienna around 1960s Brass original condition The fabric shades are replaced ( new )
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Crystal Glass Uplight by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Wonderful ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with the crystal glass flowers has a very luxurious look and sparkles particularly beautifully. The design and the materials used crea...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Eclipse Emile Stejnar Blowball Brass a Crystal Chandelier, Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Spectacular, 1950s Emil Stejnar chandelier for Rupert Nikoll, Austria. This sparkling orb is one of the larger versions of this eclips design. The chandelier consists of a brass body...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Crystal Glass Uplight by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Wonderful ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with the crystal glass flowers has a very luxurious look and sparkles particularly beautifully. The design and the materials used crea...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Crystal Glass Uplight by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Wonderful ceiling lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with the crystal glass flowers has a very luxurious look and sparkles particularly beautifully. The design and the materials used crea...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Set of Three Mid Century Modern Pendant Lamps by Rupert Nikoll Austria 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Set of three rare, lovely and elegant Mid-Century Modern pendant lamps or hanging lights. Manufactured probably by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1970s. Executed in textured plexiglass and...
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Big Rupert nikoll chandelier 10 arms vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Big Rupert nikoll chandelier 10 arms vienna around 1960s Polished and stove enameled the fabric shades are replaced ( new )
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with five arms each fitted with E27 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1950s.  
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Chandelier in Brass & 3 Silk Shades, from Rupert Nikoll Co., Austria
Located in Vienna, Austria
Three arm brass chandelier made in Austria from the firm Rupert Nikoll, in a decorative style from the 1950's. The three arms are decorated ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Rupert Nikoll Sputnik Chandelier, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll Sputnik chandelier circa 1950s Original condition Original glass. We have a second one it is not includet with this one.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Rupert nikoll chandelier with new fabric shades vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert nikoll chandelier with new fabric shades vienna around 1960s the shades are replaced ( new ) Original condition
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Pendant Light Uplight Bowl by Rupert Nikoll, Brass Cut Crystal Glass, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A gorgeous uplight chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). A brass bowl made of solid polished brass which ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Crystal Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Breathtakingly beautiful crystal glass chandelier from the 1950s. Wonderful mouth-blown glass with a great structure. The wood underlines the elegant appearance. The design and the m...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Starburst Brass and Crystal Flush Mount by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful starburst brass flush mount with many of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa the 1960s. Heavy quality and in good condition with s...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Mid Century Modern Vintage Chandelier Brass White Plastic Tornado 1950s Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage chandelier model Tornado by Rupert Nikoll from brass and white plastic, 1950s Vienna. An amazing circular chandelier with ten ( 10 ) arms and white plastic...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll Sputnik Chandelier in Brass and Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Sputnik chandelier, brass, glass, Austria, 1960s Very rare large pendant light by Emil Stejnar. Round like a ball this 'Sputnik' chandelier consists...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Emil Stejnar Pendant Light Chandelier, Brass Glass White Metal, Vienna, 1950s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A beautiful Viennese pendant lamp in the form of a bouquet of flowers by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria, from the middle of the century, around 1960 (late 1950s or e...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal, Brass

Mid-Century nine arm oval Chandelier in Brass from Rupert Nikoll, Austria
Located in Vienna, Austria
An unusual chandelier in oval form with nine brass arms and silk shades in cream colour. The shades are new based on the original forms. The electric has been controlled.
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Set of Three Pendant Lights by Rupert Nikoll, Brass Opal and Clear Glass, 1960s
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 ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Petite Starburst Brass and Crystal Flush Mount by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful petite starburst brass flush mounts with many of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa the 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

Petite Starburst Brass and Crystal Flush Mount by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Beautiful petite starburst brass flush mounts with many of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa the 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

Beautiful Mid Century ceiling lamp with three glass shades by Rupert Nikoll
Located in München, DE
Beautiful heavy Mid Century Modern ceiling lamp by Rupert Nikoll. Made in Vienna Austria. Three high-quality cone-shaped shades made of thick, heavy clear glass with an abstract design. The frame with rod and canopy are made of brass. The small ball in the middle...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Midcentury Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with 8 arms and opaline glass shades each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1950s.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1960s Three E14 sockets. Works with 220V and 110V. Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to install thi...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1960s Three E14 sockets. Works with 220V and 110V. Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to install this f...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1. of 2 Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Opal Glass Pendant Lamp, 1960s Austria
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1960s Austria / Wien Dimensions Width: 9.44 in. (24 cm) Height: 22.04 in. (56 cm) Depth: 5.51 in. (14 c...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Amazing 17-Lights Chandelier Dandelion by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Amazing light object. Lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern sputnik chandelier 'dandelion'. Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s. Executed in brass, ...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid Century Modern Brass & Bubble Glass Pendant Lamp by Rupert Nikoll, 1960s Austria / Wien Dimensions Width: 7.87 in. (20 cm) Height adjustable: 19.68 - 41.33 in. (50 - 150 ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Large 33-Lights Chandelier Dandelion by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
A breath taking light object. Rare, lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern 33-flamed sputnik chandelier 'dandelion'. Designed by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 195...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Gorgeous 1950s Acrylic Brass Cascade Pendant Lamp Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful and gorgeous Mid Century Modern Hollywood Regency sparkling cascading lamp made of brass with plexiglass beads from the 1950s. The light fixture is intricately beaded with ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Emil Stejnar Midcentury Bowl Pendant Lamp, Flush Mount, Rupert Nikoll, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming and elegant white brass bowl ceiling lamp / uplight / plafoniere from the 1950s, designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna / Austria. This is the large m...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal, Brass

Midcentury Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with eight arms and opaline glass shades each fitted with E27 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1950s. Total height can be customized.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Rupert nikoll 5 Arm chandeliers vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert nikoll 5 Arm chandeliers vienna around 1950s brass and wood The shades are replaced ( new )
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wood

Midcentury Pendant Lamp in Brass from Rupert Nikoll, Austria with 6 Silk Shades
Located in Vienna, Austria
Large pendant lamp with brass arms and blackened corpus. Six silk shades positioned on three levels giving the lamp a dynamic form. Minimalistic design with harmony and elegance. ...
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1960s Austrian Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Rare Austrian Mid- Century Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
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...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Lovely Snowflake Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s, Austria
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
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...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass White Flower Dandelion Chandelier Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage chandelier flower dandelion from white metal and brass designed by Emil Stejnar, circa 1955 and executed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna. A fabulous chandelier from brass, acrylic flowers and cut crystal globes dandelion like features an elegant vibe and feel through its white and clear appearance. This stunning chandelier could perfect work in your living room, entryway or powder room and appear like a fairy tale bloom. With a gracious and glamorous vibe these nature inspired...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Austrian Mid-Century Modern Two-Tier Chandelier / Pendant, Glass, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Stamford, CT
Austrian Mid-Century Modern Two-Tier Chandelier / Pendant, Glass, Rupert Nikoll Modern tiered chandelier designed and produced in Vienna, Austria circa 1950s. Having a dual tier ...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Huge Midcentury Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with twelve arms and opaline glass shades each fitted with E14 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s. Total height can be customized. Up to 2...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950s Brass and Acrylic Cascade Pedant by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
Located in Amsterdam, NH
The acrylic beading and contrasting brass elements add an air of opulence to this beautiful light. We have more of the same style, different shapes, in stock. Also matching table lig...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Beautiful Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Beautiful Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll around 1960s Original condition
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Pendant Light with Aged Brass Glass by Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1960s
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...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Geometric Shaped 16 Bulbs Brass Pendant Light Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
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 ...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1 of 3 Petie Starburst Brass Pendant Lights by Emil Stejnar, Austria, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
1 of 3 Beautiful petite starburst brass pendant light with hundreds of crystals designed by Emil Stejnar for Nikoll, manufactured in Austria, circa 1960s. Heavy quality and in goo...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Glass and Brass Sputnik Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful 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. The fixture...
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Emil Stejnar Ceiling Lamp for Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1950s
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Emil Stejnar ceiling lamp for Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1950s Large ceiling lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria. White steel perforated dish...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Steel

Mid-Century Brass Chanderlier
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with ten arms and lucite leaves fitted each with E14 sockest. Made in Austria by Rupert Nikoll in the late 1960s.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Large Emil Stejnar Midcentury Sputnik Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
We are happy to offer this beautiful and unusual Midcentury Blowball Snowflake Sputnik chandelier from the 1950s. Designed by Emil Stejnar, executed by Rupert Nikoll in Vienna/Austri...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal, Brass

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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