Art That Made Us

Season 1

An alternative history of the British Isles, told through art. 1,500 years later, eight dramatic turning points, artists and thinkers encounter key historic art works across the UK, that have shaped history and inspired their own work.

Where to Watch Season 1

8 Episodes

  • Lights in the Darkness
    E1
    Lights in the DarknessIn this alternative history of the British Isles, working artists explore an era once known as the 'dark’ ages, finding mysterious art that haunts our landscapes and imagination.
  • Revolution of the Dead
    E2
    Revolution of the DeadFrom the chaos of the Black Death comes creative renewal - survivors finding their voice through satire and a revived literature in English, including breakthrough works by women.
  • Queens, Feuds and Faith
    E3
    Queens, Feuds and FaithDuring the reign of Elizabeth I, Protestants and Catholics use art, language and new technology to wage a battle for power in the Isles, creating surprising and often radical works.
  • To Kill A King
    E4
    To Kill A KingA splintering of politics and religion in the British Isles under the Stuart kings leads to more questioning art, new science and architecture.
  • Consumers and Conscience
    E5
    Consumers and ConscienceIn the 18th century, trade and conquest funds an explosion of creativity, and art stirs a growing social conscience.
  • Rise of the Cities
    E6
    Rise of the CitiesWith the industrial revolution transforming the British Isles, cities and country are divided and artists respond to the upheaval to lives and the landscape.
  • Wars and Peace
    E7
    Wars and PeaceThe world wars force artists to grapple with destruction and savagery, challenging conventions and the old imperial order, while those fleeing war bring new ideas to Britain.
  • Brilliant Isles
    E8
    Brilliant IslesIn the final episode of the series, an explosion of new voices from across the British Isles reinvents the arts, creating a richer, more diverse culture

 

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