Vintage Convex Reverse Painted Glass Panel with Iridescent Detail – Cologne Rhine Panorama

Vintage Convex Reverse Painted Glass Panel with Iridescent Detail – Cologne Rhine Panorama

A highly decorative and unusual vintage reverse painted glass panel depicting the skyline of Cologne, Germany, viewed across the River Rhine.

Of particular note are the iridescent decorative inclusions, used to highlight elements such as the water and passing steamers, creating a subtle shimmering effect that changes with the light.

The composition includes Cologne Cathedral and surrounding bridges, capturing the character of the city in the interwar period.

Presented in a wooden frame, this is a striking and increasingly sought-after decorative piece with strong Art Deco influence.

Condition; Good vintage condition with light age-related wear. No visible loss to the reverse painting. Glass intact with strong visual clarity. Frame in good order.

Measuring; 13cm high by 44cm wide