Art of the western world

United Kingdom, 1989

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Traces the history of art from the ancient Greek classical style, to the modern era. Focuses on painting, sculpture and architecture, highlighting the critical works and achievements of the artists of each period. Michael Wood narrates, and renowned art historians give their insight into the history of art.

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Credits

co-producer

Andrew Snell

Tony Cash

production company

Channel Four

WNET (Television station : New York, N.Y.)

Duration

06:20:00:00

Production places
United Kingdom
Production dates
1989

Collection metadata

ACMI Identifier

S01215

Language

English

Sound/audio

Sound

Colour

Colour

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