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The history of Western art, Cromwell Films

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The history of Western art, Cromwell Films

Language

eng

Characteristic

videorecording

Intended audience

Closed-captioned for the hearing impaired

Main title

The history of Western art

Oclc number

48541945

Responsibility statement

Cromwell Films

Runtime

180

Summary

This series presents a unique and masterly survey of the greatest achievements in the history of art from the medieval era to the post-impressionist world. This authoritative and thought-provoking series employs powerful graphic images to entertain and inform the student and the art lover. Spectacular landscapes set the backdrop for an emcompassing look at great moments in art historyThe programs focus on various artists highlighting the works of Giotto, Van Eyck, Michaelangelo, Raphael, Da Vinci and Holbein. Great works from Rembrandt, Rubens, Caravaggio and Bernini are also featured. The emphasis on pastoral themes emerges in the work of Hogarth, Gainsborough, Chardin and David. The Romantic movement features the works of Constable, Turner and Goya. Also featured is the revolutionary work of Cezanne, Seurat, Manet and Van Gogh

Table Of Contents

[Disc 1.]: v. 1. Light in the darkness ; v. 2. A new dream -- [Disc 2.]: v. 3. The age of splendor ; v. 4. Reason and Enlightenment -- [Disc 3.]: v. 5. Passion and revolution ; v. 6. A new vision

Technique

live action

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