Episodes (4)
Jan 16, 2018
Andrew begins by examining the works acquired by the great founders of the modern collection, Henry VIII and Charles I. He explores how the two monarchs used art for their own purposes and the impact that had on British art.
Jan 23, 2018
The restoration of the monarchy under Charles II led to the rebuilding of the Royal Collection. Graham follows this process through to the 18th century and the enlightened purchases of George III.
Jan 30, 2018
The Royal Collection has reached the age of the Romantics, the flamboyant George IV and Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.
Feb 06, 2018
Andrew concludes by looking at how collecting has changed since the days of Queen Victoria. Modern monarchs have turned from epic canvases to more intimate art, modern art and on the conservation of the collection.
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Art, Passion & Power: The Story of the Royal Collection Season 1 (2018) is released on Jan 16, 2018. Watch Art, Passion & Power: The Story of the Royal Collection online - the English Documentary TV series from United Kingdom. Art, Passion & Power: The Story of the Royal Collection is directed by Sebastian Barfield,Tom Cholmondeley and created by Andrew Graham-Dixon with Andrew Graham-Dixon and Kajal Meghani.
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