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The Art of Monarchy – Videos
Watch videos of some of the objects featured in Radio 4’s ‘The Art of Monarchy’
Psaultier de David with inscription by Elizabeth I—Progress
Will Gompertz examines a collection of psalms which belonged to Elizabeth I and features her handwriting and signature.
The Gold State Coach—Magnificence
Will Gompertz examines the Gold State Coach, which has been used for coronations since 1821.
Henry VIII's defence of Catholicism—Faith
Will Gompertz visits Windsor Castle to examine Henry VIII's five-hundred-year-old defence of Catholic theology: Assertio Septem Sacramentorum.
Manipulated image of George III—Behind the Royal Image
Will Gompertz examines a manipulated image of George III.
The Grand Staircase
Will Gompertz climbs the Grand Staircase at Buckingham Palace.
Will Gompertz introduces The Art of Monarchy
BBC Arts Editor Will Gompertz introduces The Art of Monarchy on Radio 4.
