Editing Shrine of the Three Kings (section)

==== Front ====
The front of the shrine, completed sometime after 1200, resembles that of a cathedral with a high central midpoint. The figures located here are made of pure gold.<ref name=":0" /> This area contains the most precious gems, though they had been stolen in the 16th century. Across the bottom, from left to right, are images of the [[Adoration of the Magi in Art|Adoration of the Magi]], the [[Virgin Mary]] enthroned with the infant Jesus, and the [[Baptism of Jesus|Baptism of Christ]], and above, Christ enthroned at the [[Last Judgment]]. A removable filigree panel reveals a grille displaying the names of Caspar, Melchior, and Balthasar. When the grille is removed, the skulls of the three Magi are shown wearing crowns.<ref name=":0" />
[[File:Köln Dreikönigsschrein.JPG|thumb|Front of the Shrine with the trapezoid plate]]
The present front has been remodeled since the original design made by Nicolas of Verdun. However, the original plan for it is unknown.<ref name=":0" /> The Ptolemy cameo, the angels, and the row of crowns in the spandrels have been cleared away; however, the figure of Otto IV remains unchanged except for his little gold box that he is holding.<ref name=":1" />