Treasures of Ancient Greece
Treasures of Ancient Greece is a three-part BBC documentary series hosted by Alastair Sooke, exploring the riches and unique legacy of Greek art. In the first episode, Alastair Sooke explores the surprising roots of Greek art, beginning his journey in Crete at the palace of Knossos, legendary home of the Minotaur. In the second episode, Alastair Sooke unpicks the reasons behind the dazzling revolution that gave birth to classical Greek art, asking how the Greeks got so good so quickly. In the third and final episode, Alastair Sooke explores the extraordinary afterlife of the Greek masterpieces that changed the course of western culture.
| Episode 1 - The Age of Heroes |
Episode 1 - The Age of Heroes
Alastair Sooke explores the surprising roots of Greek art, beginning his journey in Crete at the palace of Knossos, legendary home of the Minotaur.
Episode 2 - The Classical Revolution
Alastair Sooke unpicks the reasons behind the dazzling revolution that gave birth to classical Greek art, asking how the Greeks got so good so quickly.
Episode 3 - The Long Shadow
Alastair Sooke explores the extraordinary afterlife of the Greek masterpieces that changed the course of western culture. Succeeding centuries have found in ancient Greek art inspiration for their own ideals and ambitions.
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