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The Age of Heroes
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Series in which Alastair Sooke explores Greek art. He begins his journey in Crete at the palace of Knossos and travels to Santorini to the 'Greek Pompeii'.
Alastair Sooke explores the surprising roots of Greek art, beginning his journey in Crete at the palace of Knossos, legendary home of the Minotaur. He travels to Santorini to the 'Greek Pompeii' and finds gold in the fabled stronghold of Mycenae and dazzling remains from Greece's Dark Ages. Alastair discovers the beginnings of a defining spirit in Greek art, embracing mythology, a passion for symmetry and an obsession with the human body.
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How art brought the Ancient Greeks together
Duration: 01:27
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The strange roots of Greek Art
Duration: 02:41
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DJ Kappa
Intro: Hra Sa Zacina
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Alastair Sooke |
| Writer | Alastair Sooke |
| Producer | David Vincent |
| Director | David Vincent |
| Executive Producer | Julian Birkett |
Broadcasts
- Wed 8 Apr 201521:00
- Thu 9 Apr 201502:30
- Tue 22 Nov 201620:00
- Wed 23 Nov 201601:30
- Mon 2 Oct 201702:00
- Tue 20 Mar 201800:00
- Mon 24 Sep 201801:00
- Sun 2 Jun 201923:55
- Thu 27 Feb 202000:00
- Sat 10 Jul 202119:00
- Mon 31 Mar 202521:00
- Tue 1 Apr 202501:00
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