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.
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Midcentury Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll With Silk Shades
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with 6-arms each fitted with E27 sockets. Made in Vienna by Rupert Nikoll in the early 1950s.
Brass
Large White Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking chandelier was designed by Emil Stejnar for the renowned Vienna-based lighting manufacturer Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s. Stejnar is celebrated for his poetic and celesti...
Metal
Large Austrian Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München, J.T. Kalmar, Emil Stejnar, Wiener Werkstätte, 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
$5,998 / item
H 43.31 in Dm 35.44 in
Huge Midcentury Rare Brass Opaline Glass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare chandelier with a 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 heigh...
Brass
$2,098
H 61.03 in W 21.66 in D 27.56 in
Rupert nikoll floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, Au
Rupert nikoll floor lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1950s Wood shelac polished Iron blackened Brass is polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
Iron, Brass
$2,400
H 61 in Dm 20 in
1940s Adjustable Walnut & Brass Floor Lamp, Rupert Nikoll Vienna, Austria, 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll, Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Austrian floor lamp with a floral lampshade, from the 1940s — post-war period. Executed by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. This elegant lamp is made of walnut, copper, an...
Brass, Copper
Small White Chandelier by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1960s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking small chandelier was designed by Emil Stejnar for the renowned Vienna-based lighting manufacturer Rupert Nikoll in the 1960s. Stejnar is celebrated for his poetic and c...
Metal
Pendant Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll
By Palwa, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar, Ernest Palme
Located in München, DE
Wonderful pendant lamp from the 1950s. The lamp with the crystal glass flowers has a very luxurious charisma and sparkles particularly beautiful. The design and the materials used cr...
Metal
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