Worms Cathedral, Oil On Panel, 19th Century

We are pleased to present this splendid oil painting on plywood, dating from the late 19th century. This magnificent work depicts a view of Worms Cathedral in Germany.

This wonderful small painting celebrates the architectural grandeur of Worms Cathedral, built between the 12th and 13th centuries, now known as St. Peter’s Cathedral (Dom Sankt Peter in German), one of Germany’s most important Romanesque cathedrals. Worms is a city in Rhineland-Palatinate, situated on the west bank of the Rhine. This grand cathedral is admired for its balanced Romanesque architecture, its monumental towers, and the red sandstone typical of the region. The painter depicts this view of the cathedral in a bygone era, with several people in the foreground going about their daily activities. The artistic quality is excellent and evident in the detailed depiction of the architecture and the vivid colors, all rendered with delicate and precise brushstrokes. The artist was likely inspired by a work by Samuel Prout, one of the masters of architectural watercolor. If you love the grandeur of ancient architecture, you absolutely must add this wonderful painting to your collection. A splendid work of art that will enchant your guests!

On the back is the original label from Winsor & Newton, a historic company that has been producing art supplies since around 1830.

The painting is framed in a magnificent 19th-century gilded wooden frame.

Frame dimensions (cm):
Height: 41
Width: 33.5
Depth: 4
Painting dimensions (cm):
Height: 30
Width: 22.5