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Sister Wendy's Story of Painting

Season 1 Episode 6: Three Golden Ages

Sister Wendy delves into the artistic legacy of 17th century Spain, France, and the Netherlands, following the development of painting from Rembrandt's Amsterdam workshop to Velazquez's Spanish royal court and ancient Roman landscapes.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Mists of Time

1. The Mists of Time

Aired: Jul 1, 1996

Exploring the roots of Western art, Sister Wendy uncovers the artistic legaci...

Episode 2 A Hero Steps Forth

2. A Hero Steps Forth

Aired: Jul 8, 1996

The next episode of "Sister Wendy's Odyssey" explores the medieval art world,...

Episode 3 The Age of Genius

3. The Age of Genius

Aired: Jul 15, 1996

Art expert Sister Wendy Beckett ventures to Italy to delve into Renaissance m...

Episode 4 Two Sides of the Alps

4. Two Sides of the Alps

Aired: Jul 22, 1996

Sister Wendy Beckett embarks on a visual journey through Renaissance art, exp...

Episode 5 Passion and Ecstasy

5. Passion and Ecstasy

Aired: Aug 5, 1996

The next episode explores the Baroque period, where the Catholic Church emplo...

Episode 6 Three Golden Ages

6. Three Golden Ages

Aired: Aug 12, 1996

Sister Wendy delves into the artistic legacy of 17th century Spain, France, a...

Episode 7 Revolution

7. Revolution

Aired: Aug 19, 1996

Sister Wendy explores English painting's evolution during the Industrial Revo...

Episode 8 Impressions of Light

8. Impressions of Light

Aired: Aug 26, 1996

The next episode delves into the Impressionist movement, uncovering the tales...

Episode 9 A New Pair of Eyes

9. A New Pair of Eyes

Aired: Sep 2, 1996

In the next episode, Sister Wendy Beckett embarks on a journey to explore the...

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Info about Sister Wendy's Story of Painting

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC One

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary, History