In this series critic and writer Waldemar Januszczak challenges the traditional review that the European Renaissance originated in southern Europe, advocating a case for the north instead.

Where to Watch The Renaissance Unchained • Sezon 1

4 Episodes

  • Gods, Myths and Oil Paints
    E1
    Gods, Myths and Oil PaintsWaldemar Januszczak challenges the traditional notion of the Renaissance having fixed origins in Italy and showcases the ingenuity in both technique and ideas behind great artists such as Van Eyck, Memling, Van der Weyden, Cranach, Riemenschneider and Durer.
  • Whips, Deaths and Madonnas
    E2
    Whips, Deaths and MadonnasWaldemar Januszczak returns to Italy to trace the Italian Renaissance from its perceived origins with Giotto and takes a look at the importance of religious narrative in Italian art.
  • Silk, Sex and Sin
    E3
    Silk, Sex and SinWaldemar Januszczak focuses on Venice and its extraordinary impact on art history.
  • Hell, Snakes and Giants
    E4
    Hell, Snakes and GiantsIn the final episode Waldemar Januszczak looks at the surprising climax of the Renaissance as it spiralled into madness and distortion.
  • Waldemar JanuszczakSelf - Presenter / Scenariusz

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