Art, Passion & Power: The Story of the Royal Collection
With access to royal residences, art historian Andrew Graham-Dixon explores the British Monarchy’s magnificent collection of art.
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Episode Title:Dangerous Magic
Episode 1. Duration 52 minutes
Andrew Graham-Dixon marvels at the works acquired by the great founders of the modern Royal Collection - Henry VIII and Charles I.
Episode Title:Paradise Regained
Episode 2. Duration 52 minutes
Andrew follows the Royal Collection's fortunes from Charles II through to the 18th century and the enlightened purchases of George III.
Episode Title:Palaces and Pleasuredomes
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Episode 3. Duration 52 minutes Andrew Graham-Dixon explores the age of the Romantics - the flamboyant George IV and Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, who shared a passion for collecting.
Episode Title:Modern Times
Available September 8
Episode 4. Duration 52 minutes Andrew Graham-Dixon explores how royal collecting has changed over the years and meets Prince Charles to view two of his recent commissions.