... Bethlehem. With them, the three kings are pictured to have brought the traditional gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh, each in their individual golden chalices. The gold, which is being presented by Casper, is a symbol of the Christ's kingship, the frankincense represents his divinity and the myrrh is present to foreshadow his selfless sacrifice to his followers. Similarly, a carving on a column above Casper also predicts his death. The star directly above Mary and Jesus symbolises God the Father and the Dove beneath it is representative of the Holy Spirit. In addition to this, with Jesus directly under both, the Holy Trinity is created. Also present in the sky is the celestial order of nine angels, each dressed in clothes reminiscent of those worn during Mass. Joseph, the aged old man in red behind Mary, is shown to be the only person gazing as if into Heaven ...

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