Vintage Postcard Oberammergau Germany Pilatushaus Passion Play Kofel Mountain

Social History: This postcard showcases the architectural crown jewel of the Passion Play village in Oberammergau, Bavaria, Germany. The Pilatushaus represents the pinnacle of Lüftlmalerei, a unique Bavarian folk art form where facades are painted with religious and trompe-l'œil architectural elements. 

Scene: The image perfectly highlights the "fake" 3D architecture—the pillars, scrolls, and window frames are entirely flat paint. The vibrant geraniums in the flower boxes provide a pop of color against the white-and-terracotta facade. The distinctive Kofel mountain towers behind the village

Size: Continental 6 x 4"

Era: Circa 1960s–1970s

Type: Lithograph 

Publisher: Verlag Martin Härtl, München. Nr. 5113

Condition: Light age toning

This is an authentic vintage item. Use the zoom tool to inspect the photos for a detailed view of the condition.