Secrets of the Museum (2020)
Unique arts series venturing behind the scenes at the world famous museum of art, design and performance, the V&A.
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Episodes
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1. Jacob Jordaens: Renaissance Watercolours2021-07-20 · 59mBehind the scenes at the V&A, a suit from glam rockers Slade needs some TLC, a Michelangelo gives up its secrets and a rare Renaissance watercolour requires urgent attention.
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2. Epic Iran2021-07-27 · 59mSome of the largest paintings ever seen at the V&A are unveiled, Manuel’s costume from Fawlty Towers goes on show, and the museum’s oldest teddy bear has a special visitor.
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3. Episode 32021-08-03 · 59mAt the V&A, a rare set of Lucian Freud prints creates a stir, a fragile 600-year-old tapestry is on the move, and a new exhibition attempts to bring Alice in Wonderland to life.
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4. Episode 42021-08-10 · 59mAt the V&A, Shirley Bassey’s favourite outfit must look its best for its debut, a Victorian vase gets a chance to shine, and a rare Chinese paintingbrings huge challenges.
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5. Episode 52021-08-17 · 59mBehind the scenes at the V&A, Winston Churchill’s despatch box needs attention, it’s removal day for a 350-year-old doll’s house, and a famouspainting by Constable is on the move.
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6. Episode 62021-08-24 · 59mAt the V&A, a Buddhist painting is a mystery, children’s art goes on show, and Josiah Wedgwood’s masterpiece - the Portland Vase - is brought into the 21st century.
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Dorothy AtkinsonSelf - NarratorImages
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