16 Episodes

  1. Stained glass

    Published: 3/16/2016

  2. Transcript -- Stained glass

    Published: 3/16/2016

  3. Unraveling an icon

    Published: 3/16/2016

  4. Transcript -- Unraveling an icon

    Published: 3/16/2016

  5. Christ Church Spitalfields

    Published: 3/16/2016

  6. Transcript -- Christ Church Spitalfields

    Published: 3/16/2016

  7. Kendleston Hall

    Published: 3/16/2016

  8. Transcript -- Kendleston Hall

    Published: 3/16/2016

  9. Salcedo installation

    Published: 3/16/2016

  10. Transcript -- Salcedo installation

    Published: 3/16/2016

  11. The Duke’s Designs Uncovered

    Published: 3/16/2016

  12. Transcript -- The Duke’s Designs Uncovered

    Published: 3/16/2016

  13. Abstract Expressionism in New York 1

    Published: 3/1/2016

  14. Transcript -- Abstract Expressionism in New York 1

    Published: 3/1/2016

  15. Abstract Expressionism in New York 2

    Published: 2/29/2016

  16. Transcript -- Abstract Expressionism in New York 2

    Published: 2/29/2016

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Have you ever wondered about the visual remains of past centuries that still survive in our cities and countryside today? Are you baffled by modern art? This collection provides you with insights into different aspects of art and visual culture between the Middle Ages and the present day. You will discover the wonders of medieval stained glass and learn how East meets West in a Byzantine icon. You will be introduced to the splendours of Baroque architecture and be taken on a tour of a spectacular display of Neo-classical sculpture in an English country house. And you will find out about a key movement in modern art, Abstract Expressionism, and take a look at some iconic works in Tate Modern. This material forms part of The Open University course A226 Exploring art and visual culture.