UNKNOWN GOLDSMITH, German
(active 1181-1230 in Cologne)

Shrine of the Three Kings

1181-1230
Oak, gold, silver and copper, 155 x 112 x 224 cm
Cathedral, Cologne

In the artistic realm, Romanesque goldsmithery played a considerable part not only in the birth and development of monumental sculpture, but also in the training of artists. The reputation of the goldsmiths crossed frontiers and their works were often cited as models.

Description of the shrine: Oak, gold, silver and copper, gilded, champlevé and cloisonné, precious and semi-precious stones, ancient engraved gems, and cameos.