The Private Life of a Masterpiece is a documentary series produced by the BBC which tells the stories behind great works of art reaching from the Renaissance to modern art, how they were created, who created them, what their motives were and what these works of art may symbolise and mean.
About 4 centuries ago, a painter named Caravaggio created a masterpiece in Rome which even today mesmerizes people who look at it. The reason for this is its depiction of one of the …Watch Documentary»»

The Private Life of a Masterpiece is a documentary series produced by the BBC which tells the stories behind great works of art reaching from the Renaissance to modern art, how they were created, who created them, what their motives were and what these works of art may symbolise and mean.
This late 19th century painting by Norwegian painter Edward Munch is probably one of the most recognisable, and is actually the only painting the painter is known for. Although it was originally not …Watch Documentary»»

The Private Life of a Masterpiece is a documentary series produced by the BBC which tells the stories behind great works of art reaching from the Renaissance to modern art, how they were created, who created them, what their motives were and what these works of art may symbolise and mean.
Over a hundred years ago, Edgar Degas made a sculpture depicting a young ballet dancer in pose. He named this statue “Little Dancer Aged Fourteen” appropriately enough. When it was made availible to …Watch Documentary»»

The Private Life of a Masterpiece is a documentary series produced by the BBC which tells the stories behind great works of art reaching from the Renaissance to modern art, how they were created, who created them, what their motives were and what these works of art may symbolise and mean.
Michelangelo’s David might be the most recognisable statue in the world, being used not only for artistic purposes but also being a star in the commercial world. Yet even though he survived all …Watch Documentary»»

The BBC‘s documentary show Modern Masters features art critic Alastair Sooke, who introduces the most famous and well known modern artists to us.
In this episode, Sooke sets out to discover why Andy Warhol, the king of Pop Art is considered so great and how he still influences our lives today. On his journey he parties with Dennis Hopper, has a brush with Carla Bruni and gets to grips with Marilyn Monroe. Along the way he uncovers just how brilliantly Andy Warhol pinpointed and …Watch Documentary»»

The Great Wave off Kanagawa, sometimes referred to as “Under a Wave off Kanagawa“) is perhaps the most instantly recognisable art image from the far east. It was produced as woodblock print by the 18th century Japanese artist Hokusai who was in his 70′s when he produced it. First published in 1832, it was an instant success and continues to transfix artists and historians the world over. This documentary explores the life of the artist and discusses the masterpiece itself, looking at how it was …Watch Documentary»»

This documentary reveals the era of the 80´s where Prince was one of the kings. Through the testimonies of his friends, colleges, and fellow musicians, the reasons why Prince Rodgers Nelson ruled the 80´s will be revealed. Packed with live performance and studio footage and unique photographs the creativeness and success of this artist