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Civilizations, Episode 6, Paradise on Earth
directed by Ashley Gething, 1970-; presented by Simon Schama, 1945-; produced by Ashley Gething, 1970-, Nutopia, in Civilizations, Episode 6 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2018), 53 mins
Explore one of humanity’s deepest artistic urges: the depiction of nature. But landscape painting is seldom a straightforward portrayal of observed nature; it's a projection of dreams, idylls, and refuges - the elusive paradise on earth.
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directed by Ashley Gething, 1970-; presented by Simon Schama, 1945-; produced by Ashley Gething, 1970-, Nutopia, in Civilizations, Episode 6 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2018), 53 mins
Description
Explore one of humanity’s deepest artistic urges: the depiction of nature. But landscape painting is seldom a straightforward portrayal of observed nature; it's a projection of dreams, idylls, and refuges - the elusive paradise on earth.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Ashley Gething, 1970-, Nutopia, Liev Schreiber, 1967-
Author / Creator
Ashley Gething, 1970-, Simon Schama, 1945-
Date Published / Released
2018
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
Civilizations
Speaker / Narrator
Liev Schreiber, 1967-
Person Discussed
Ansel Adams, 1902-1984, Pieter Bruegel, 1525-1569, Richard Misrach, 1949-, Thomas Cole, 1801-1848
Topic / Theme
Photography, Religion, Rug making, Climate and the Environment, Family and Culture, Chinese, Americans, Dutch, British, Persian, Early Modern Period (1450–1750), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000), Prehistory to Early Civilizations (Up to 1000 BCE)
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Civilizations, Episode 7, Color and Light
directed by Hugo Macgregor, fl. 2005; presented by Simon Schama, 1945-; produced by Hugo Macgregor, fl. 2005, Nutopia, in Civilizations, Episode 7 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2018), 53 mins
Explore the story of light and color in art - both in the search for greater realism and spiritual ecstasy. Journey from Gothic cathedrals and Indian courtly painting to modern art.
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directed by Hugo Macgregor, fl. 2005; presented by Simon Schama, 1945-; produced by Hugo Macgregor, fl. 2005, Nutopia, in Civilizations, Episode 7 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2018), 53 mins
Description
Explore the story of light and color in art - both in the search for greater realism and spiritual ecstasy. Journey from Gothic cathedrals and Indian courtly painting to modern art.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Hugo Macgregor, fl. 2005, Nutopia, Liev Schreiber, 1967-
Author / Creator
Hugo Macgregor, fl. 2005, Simon Schama, 1945-
Date Published / Released
2018
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
Civilizations
Speaker / Narrator
Liev Schreiber, 1967-
Person Discussed
Vincent van Gogh, 1853-1890, Henry Matisse, 1869-1954, Titian, 1485-1576, Francisco Goya, 1746-1828
Topic / Theme
Visual art, Art movements, Family and Culture
Copyright Message
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Italy's Invisible Cities, Episode 2, Venice
directed by Harvey Lilley, fl. 1997; presented by Michael Scott, 1981- and Alexander Armstrong, 1970-; produced by Harvey Lilley, fl. 1997, British Broadcasting Corporation, in Italy's Invisible Cities, Episode 2 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2017), 53 mins
Following the striking revelations of Rome’s Invisible City, historian Dr Michael Scott embarks on a new adventure to explore the hidden treasures of three more of Italy’s astonishing cities – Naples, Venice and Florence – bringing a fascinating new insight into 2,000 years of history. Drawing on cutting-e...
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directed by Harvey Lilley, fl. 1997; presented by Michael Scott, 1981- and Alexander Armstrong, 1970-; produced by Harvey Lilley, fl. 1997, British Broadcasting Corporation, in Italy's Invisible Cities, Episode 2 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2017), 53 mins
Description
Following the striking revelations of Rome’s Invisible City, historian Dr Michael Scott embarks on a new adventure to explore the hidden treasures of three more of Italy’s astonishing cities – Naples, Venice and Florence – bringing a fascinating new insight into 2,000 years of history. Drawing on cutting-edge technology, including ultra-high-definition 3D scans, CGI and drone cameras, the series reveals the secret spaces of these extraord...
Following the striking revelations of Rome’s Invisible City, historian Dr Michael Scott embarks on a new adventure to explore the hidden treasures of three more of Italy’s astonishing cities – Naples, Venice and Florence – bringing a fascinating new insight into 2,000 years of history. Drawing on cutting-edge technology, including ultra-high-definition 3D scans, CGI and drone cameras, the series reveals the secret spaces of these extraordinary cities in vivid detail. Innovative new underwater scans of the Bay of Naples reveal the sunken world of a Roman holiday resort, submerged by ancient earthquakes, then it’s on to Venice to explore what lies beneath its magnificent palazzos. In Florence, new 3D images of the great cathedral ‘il Duomo’ reveal the beauty and complexity of the pioneering engineering behind the world’s biggest brick dome – a bold feat of ingenuity that defined the Renaissance.
Using the latest 3D scanning technology, Alexander Armstrong and Dr Michael Scott explore the watery wonderland of Venice. They uncover how a city built in a swamp became one of the most powerful in medieval Europe and dive into its canals to experience how the city remains standing. Plus, they reveal how the city's beauty once masked a ruthless secret state and a world of excess and vice.
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Field of Study
Art & Architecture
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Harvey Lilley, fl. 1997, British Broadcasting Corporation
Author / Creator
Harvey Lilley, fl. 1997, Michael Scott, 1981-, Alexander Armstrong, 1970-
Date Published / Released
2016, 2017
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Italy's Invisible Cities
Topic / Theme
Italians, Post-Classical Period (500–1450), Prehistory to Early Civilizations (Up to 1000 BCE), Early Modern Period (1450–1750)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2017 BBC Worldwide
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Paris: A Capital Tale, Episode 2, Capital of Kings
directed by Alexis Barbier-Bouvet and Alain Zenou; produced by Marie-Pierre Aulas and Nicolas Zunino, Gedeon Programmes, in Paris: A Capital Tale, Episode 2 (Paris, Ile-de-France: Terranoa, 2011), 52 mins
Philippe Auguste (heir of Louis XII) was one of the first sovereigns to be concerned with the city's urbanization, so that he had the main thoroughfare paved. This period is also known to be a great architectural Revolution: several monuments were built and became strong symbols of Paris. Philippe Auguste made the...
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directed by Alexis Barbier-Bouvet and Alain Zenou; produced by Marie-Pierre Aulas and Nicolas Zunino, Gedeon Programmes, in Paris: A Capital Tale, Episode 2 (Paris, Ile-de-France: Terranoa, 2011), 52 mins
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Philippe Auguste (heir of Louis XII) was one of the first sovereigns to be concerned with the city's urbanization, so that he had the main thoroughfare paved. This period is also known to be a great architectural Revolution: several monuments were built and became strong symbols of Paris. Philippe Auguste made the Louvre his first residence. In 1163, the first stones of Notre-Dame-de-Paris cathedral were set, meanwhile the king Saint-Louis ordere...
Philippe Auguste (heir of Louis XII) was one of the first sovereigns to be concerned with the city's urbanization, so that he had the main thoroughfare paved. This period is also known to be a great architectural Revolution: several monuments were built and became strong symbols of Paris. Philippe Auguste made the Louvre his first residence. In 1163, the first stones of Notre-Dame-de-Paris cathedral were set, meanwhile the king Saint-Louis ordered the construction of the Sainte-Chapelle, for sake of preserving the Christ's relics, that had been bought in Constantinople.
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Marie-Pierre Aulas, Nicolas Zunino, Gedeon Programmes
Author / Creator
Alexis Barbier-Bouvet, Alain Zenou
Date Published / Released
2011
Publisher
Terranoa
Series
Paris: A Capital Tale
Topic / Theme
Architecture, Early Modern Period (1450–1750), Post-Classical Period (500–1450)
Copyright Message
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Art of Spain, Episode 1, The Moorish South
directed by Robin Dashwood, 1972-; presented by Andrew Graham-Dixon, 1960-; produced by British Broadcasting Corporation, in Art of Spain, Episode 1 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2008), 53 mins
We know that Italy and Northern Europe are renowned for their art, but what about Spain? In this absorbing and original series, Spanish art gains centre stage as art historian Andrew Graham-Dixon goes on the road to reveal the fabulous art treasures of the country. Travelling from the south to the north he explore...
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directed by Robin Dashwood, 1972-; presented by Andrew Graham-Dixon, 1960-; produced by British Broadcasting Corporation, in Art of Spain, Episode 1 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2008), 53 mins
Description
We know that Italy and Northern Europe are renowned for their art, but what about Spain? In this absorbing and original series, Spanish art gains centre stage as art historian Andrew Graham-Dixon goes on the road to reveal the fabulous art treasures of the country. Travelling from the south to the north he explores some of Europe's most important artists from Renaissance to Modernist - including Goya, Picasso, Dali, El Greco and Velasquez. And, g...
We know that Italy and Northern Europe are renowned for their art, but what about Spain? In this absorbing and original series, Spanish art gains centre stage as art historian Andrew Graham-Dixon goes on the road to reveal the fabulous art treasures of the country. Travelling from the south to the north he explores some of Europe's most important artists from Renaissance to Modernist - including Goya, Picasso, Dali, El Greco and Velasquez. And, going 'off the beaten track', he reveals rich insights into the culture and people who live and work with the greatest Spanish art and architecture every day. From Moorish art and the Islamic legacy on Spain and Europe to Modernism, Seville to Barcelona, food and wine, Andrew reveals that Spanish culture is every bit as rich as Italy's, with a more surprising edge.
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Field of Study
Art & Architecture
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
British Broadcasting Corporation
Author / Creator
Robin Dashwood, 1972-, Andrew Graham-Dixon, 1960-
Date Published / Released
2008
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Art of Spain
Person Discussed
Abd ar-Rahman, III, 0891-0961
Topic / Theme
Christianity, Islam, Flamenco, Moors, Classical Period (1000 BCE–500 CE), Prehistory to Early Civilizations (Up to 1000 BCE), Post-Classical Period (500–1450)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2008 BBC Worldwide
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Engineering an Empire, Episode 10, Napoleon: Steel Monster
directed by Penny Fearon, fl. 1999; presented by Peter Weller, 1947-; produced by Penny Fearon, fl. 1999, Kralyevich Productions and Mechanism Digital, in Engineering an Empire, Episode 10 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 45 mins
The engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet. Centuries after the fall of the Roman Empire, French kings struggled for control against the church and the aristocracy.
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directed by Penny Fearon, fl. 1999; presented by Peter Weller, 1947-; produced by Penny Fearon, fl. 1999, Kralyevich Productions and Mechanism Digital, in Engineering an Empire, Episode 10 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 45 mins
Description
The engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet. Centuries after the fall of the Roman Empire, French kings struggled for control against the church and the aristocracy.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Miriam Levin, fl. 2006, Nicolas Faucherre, Stephen Englund, 1945-, David Edwards-May, fl. 2006, Michael Davis, fl. 2006, Penny Fearon, fl. 1999, Kralyevich Productions, Mechanism Digital, Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Author / Creator
Penny Fearon, fl. 1999, Peter Weller, 1947-
Date Published / Released
2006
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Engineering an Empire
Speaker / Narrator
Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Person Discussed
Napoléon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821, Sébastien de Vauban, 1633-1707, Pierre-Paul Riquet, 1609-1680, Jean-Baptiste Colbert, 1619-1683, Louis VII, King of the Franks, 1120-1180, Louis XIV, King of France, 1638-1715
Topic / Theme
War and Violence, Political and Social Movements, French, Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914), Early Modern Period (1450–1750), Post-Classical Period (500–1450)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2006 A+E Networks. All Rights Reserved
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Engineering an Empire, Episode 11, The Byzantines
directed by Rebecca Ratliff, fl. 2006 and Mark Cannon, fl. 2002; presented by Peter Weller, 1947-; produced by Rebecca Ratliff, fl. 2006, Kralyevich Productions and Mechanism Digital, in Engineering an Empire, Episode 11 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 44 mins
The engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet. As much of the world descended into the Dark Ages after the fall of Rome, one civilization shone brilliantly: the Byzantine Empire. With ruthless might and supreme ingenuity, the Byzantines ruled o...
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directed by Rebecca Ratliff, fl. 2006 and Mark Cannon, fl. 2002; presented by Peter Weller, 1947-; produced by Rebecca Ratliff, fl. 2006, Kralyevich Productions and Mechanism Digital, in Engineering an Empire, Episode 11 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 44 mins
Description
The engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet. As much of the world descended into the Dark Ages after the fall of Rome, one civilization shone brilliantly: the Byzantine Empire. With ruthless might and supreme ingenuity, the Byzantines ruled over vast swaths of Europe.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Alessandra Ricci, fl. 2006, Denis Sullivan, fl. 2006, John Haldon, fl. 2006, Robert Nelson, fl. 2006, Robert Ousterhout, fl. 2006, Rebecca Ratliff, fl. 2006, Kralyevich Productions, Mechanism Digital, Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Author / Creator
Rebecca Ratliff, fl. 2006, Mark Cannon, fl. 2002, Peter Weller, 1947-
Date Published / Released
2006
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Engineering an Empire
Speaker / Narrator
Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Person Discussed
Constantine I, Emperor of Rome, 0272-0337, Basil II, 0958-1025, Theodosius II, 0401-0450, Theodosius I, Emperor of Rome, 0347-0395, Attila, the Hun, 0406-0453
Topic / Theme
War and Violence, Political and Social Movements, Byzantines, Classical Period (1000 BCE–500 CE), Post-Classical Period (500–1450)
Copyright Message
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Engineering an Empire, Episode 14, Da Vinci's World
directed by Dana Ross, fl. 2001 and Gabrielle Mahler, fl. 1998; presented by Peter Weller, 1947-; produced by Dana Ross, fl. 2001 and Gabrielle Mahler, fl. 1998, Kralyevich Productions, in Engineering an Empire, Episode 14 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 44 mins
The engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet.
After the fall of Rome, Italy fell into a dark sleep, and wasn't reawakened until the 11th century.
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directed by Dana Ross, fl. 2001 and Gabrielle Mahler, fl. 1998; presented by Peter Weller, 1947-; produced by Dana Ross, fl. 2001 and Gabrielle Mahler, fl. 1998, Kralyevich Productions, in Engineering an Empire, Episode 14 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 44 mins
Description
The engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet.
After the fall of Rome, Italy fell into a dark sleep, and wasn't reawakened until the 11th century.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Dana Ross, fl. 2001, Gabrielle Mahler, fl. 1998, Kralyevich Productions, Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Author / Creator
Dana Ross, fl. 2001, Gabrielle Mahler, fl. 1998, Peter Weller, 1947-
Date Published / Released
2006
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Engineering an Empire
Speaker / Narrator
Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Person Discussed
Filippo Brunellesco, 1377-1446
Topic / Theme
Trade and Commerce, Post-Classical Period (500–1450)
Copyright Message
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Modern Marvels, Season 7, Episode 6, Bridges
directed by Bruce Nash, 1947-; produced by Henry Schipper, fl. 1990-2016 and Bruce Nash, 1947-, American Dad and Al Roker Productions, in Modern Marvels, Season 7, Episode 6 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2000), 47 mins
This episode is about Bridges around the world and its history. Bridges play a key role in the human quest to connect and unify.
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directed by Bruce Nash, 1947-; produced by Henry Schipper, fl. 1990-2016 and Bruce Nash, 1947-, American Dad and Al Roker Productions, in Modern Marvels, Season 7, Episode 6 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2000), 47 mins
Description
This episode is about Bridges around the world and its history. Bridges play a key role in the human quest to connect and unify.
Field of Study
Art & Architecture
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Henry Schipper, fl. 1990-2016, Bruce Nash, 1947-, American Dad, Al Roker Productions, Harlan Saperstein, fl. 1995
Author / Creator
Bruce Nash, 1947-
Date Published / Released
2000
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Modern Marvels
Speaker / Narrator
Harlan Saperstein, fl. 1995
Topic / Theme
Engineering, History, Bridges
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011. Used by permission of A&E Television.
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Strange Landscape, Episode 1, The Jewelled City
directed by Derek Towers, fl. 1979-1997; presented by Christopher Frayling, 1946-; produced by Derek Towers, fl. 1979-1997, Süddeutscher Rundfunk Stuttgart, British Broadcasting Corporation and VisionTV, in Strange Landscape, Episode 1 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1995), 56 mins
The Middle Ages. An age of faith, great cathedrals, illuminated apocalypses, learned theologians, devastating plagues and wars. A time of intellectual struggle and exploration when Europe became a flourishing continent and the political and social institutions of the Western World were born. Ranging across science...
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directed by Derek Towers, fl. 1979-1997; presented by Christopher Frayling, 1946-; produced by Derek Towers, fl. 1979-1997, Süddeutscher Rundfunk Stuttgart, British Broadcasting Corporation and VisionTV, in Strange Landscape, Episode 1 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1995), 56 mins
Description
The Middle Ages. An age of faith, great cathedrals, illuminated apocalypses, learned theologians, devastating plagues and wars. A time of intellectual struggle and exploration when Europe became a flourishing continent and the political and social institutions of the Western World were born. Ranging across science, politics, art, theology, philosophy, love and hatred, this series creates a vivid picture of the medieval mind with the aid of locati...
The Middle Ages. An age of faith, great cathedrals, illuminated apocalypses, learned theologians, devastating plagues and wars. A time of intellectual struggle and exploration when Europe became a flourishing continent and the political and social institutions of the Western World were born. Ranging across science, politics, art, theology, philosophy, love and hatred, this series creates a vivid picture of the medieval mind with the aid of location footage, contemporary writings and stories.
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Field of Study
Art & Architecture
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Derek Towers, fl. 1979-1997, Süddeutscher Rundfunk Stuttgart, British Broadcasting Corporation, VisionTV
Author / Creator
Derek Towers, fl. 1979-1997, Christopher Frayling, 1946-
Date Published / Released
1995
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Strange Landscape
Topic / Theme
Religion and Belief Systems, Family and Culture, Christian, Europeans, Early Modern Period (1450–1750), Post-Classical Period (500–1450)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1995 BBC Worldwide
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