Treasures of Ancient Greece
★ 7 · 2015 · Documentary
Alastair Sooke explores the riches and unique legacy of Greek art.
Episodes
1. The Age of Heroes180m · Alastair Sooke explores the surprising roots of Greek art, beginning his journey in Crete.
2. The Classical Revolution180m · Alastair unpicks the reasons behind the revolution that gave birth to classical Greek art.
3. The Long Shadow180m · Alastair Sooke explores the extraordinary afterlife of the Greek masterpieces that changed the course of western culture.More Like This
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