| The shrine of Godehard (approx.
1140) is among the oldest preserved medieval
relic shrines.
The depiction of the Majestas Domini on
its front side, surrounded by Holy Mary
and John the Baptist, and the throning apostles
on the long sides mend into an image of
Judgment Day.
The eastward-oriented narrow backside shows
the saint himself, surrounded by bishop
Bernward, who initiated his canonization,
and a further clergyman.
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