Stained glass windows by Mehoffer in Fribourg, Switzerland, Stained glass art in Saint Nicholas Cathedral, Fribourg, Switzerland.
The cathedral windows feature intricate patterns combining deep blues, reds, and greens that transform sunlight into colored rays across the stone floors.
Polish artist Józef Mehoffer created twenty-five stained glass windows between 1896 and 1936, marking a significant evolution in religious art.
The windows depict religious scenes alongside Swiss cultural elements, including local landscapes and traditional costumes from the Fribourg region.
Visitors can view the stained glass windows daily from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM, with optimal lighting conditions during morning hours.
The windows incorporate Art Nouveau elements with medieval techniques, resulting in a distinctive combination of Polish and Swiss artistic influences.
Creator: Józef Mehoffer
Made from material: stained glass
GPS coordinates: 46.80618,7.16299
Latest update: September 17, 2025 21:52
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