Cathedral Window, Stained glass window in Cologne Cathedral, Germany
The south transept window contains 11,263 colored glass squares arranged in 72 different shades, covering an area of 106 square meters.
The 2007 installation replaced the previous 1948 ornamental glazing, which had substituted the original 1863 windows destroyed during World War II.
The contemporary design sparked discussions between religious authorities and art communities about modern artistic expression within traditional sacred spaces.
The window changes appearance throughout the day as sunlight interacts with the colored squares, making morning hours optimal for viewing.
The arrangement of colored squares follows a computer-generated random pattern, utilizing traditional medieval glass-making techniques with modern design methods.
Location: Altstadt-Nord
Inception: 2007
Creator: Gerhard Richter
Made from material: broad sheet glass
Part of: Cologne Cathedral
GPS coordinates: 50.94100,6.95817
Latest update: September 17, 2025 21:52
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