Diatret Glass of Cologne — 4th century AD — Deutscher Kunstverlag, Berlin, F 280

Description

Postcard showing a transparent diatret glass decorated with geometric motifs and carved designs, displayed in the Staatliche Antikensammlung in Munich. The reverse indicates it originates from Cologne, dated to the 4th century AD, and that it was presented by the city of Cologne to King Ludwig I in recognition of his support for the Munich Cathedral construction. The image is a photograph by Hartwig Koppermann.