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The Art of Ancient Fashion

BBC art historian Alastair Sooke discovers how historic fashion design still resonates with people in China today, and how it has become a way in which people can celebrate their identity.

Across the world, fashion is a fundamental expression of who we are. Today, people in China are rediscovering the beauty of their extraordinarily rich clothing heritage. In this programme, Alastair discovers how historic fashion design still resonates with people in China today, and how it has become a way in which people can celebrate their identity.

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23 minutes

Broadcasts

  • Sat 15 Feb 202501:30
  • Sat 15 Feb 202507:30
  • Sun 16 Feb 202514:30
  • Sun 16 Feb 202522:30
  • Sat 14 Jun 202502:30
  • Sun 15 Jun 202515:30
  • Sun 15 Jun 202522:30