Large Mid-Century Austrian Sputnik Lamp by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, 1950s

Description

We are happy to offer this beautiful and unusual Midcentury Blowball Snowflake Sputnik chandelier from the 1950s. Designed by Emil … more 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/Austria. No standard model, the chandelier was originally custom-made for a Viennese Café in the early 1950s and has a breathtaking diameter of 32 inches. Made of brass with a white ball in the center, fully covered with crystals and glass flowers. it offers 17 light sources. In very good original condition with nice patina on the brass. The actual total drop height is 50 inches, the height without the rod is 29 inches. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



issues arising from misattribution,
Up to 250V (Europe/UK Standard).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise. less