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Andrew Graham-Dixon has explored the far-flung corners of the art world – from Germany, to Spain, to Italy, all the way to Russia and America – and China is the latest addition to his artistic territory.

“Art is a really interesting way of looking at identity, because people invest a particular view of themselves for many reasons.”
Andrew Graham-Dixon

As China’s economy and political influence grows, Chinese art is increasingly making itself felt across the world, yet remains little understood in the West. The three-part series, Art of China, showcases the country’s rich heritage of art and culture, including the famous terracotta army, exquisite ming vases, 3000-year old bronze sculptures, Buddhist inspired frescoes and wonderful landscape paintings.

From exploring the beautiful Throne Hall in Neuschwanstein Castle, unearthing Alexander Rodchenko from the chaos of an archive and even visiting Las Vegas on a coast-to-coast American roadtrip, take a look at the videos below to see some of the most memorable moments from Andrew's artistic voyage so far...