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Exploring art in the age of revolution, war and scientific change.

Civilizations

What Is Art (Good For)?

The rise and fall of progress as an ideology; the civilizing project's contradictions trouble European artists.

The Cult of Progress

Light and color in art, including Gothic cathedrals, Indian court painting and modern art.

Color and Light

The role of art and artists in developing human culture.

The relationship between religion and art reveals how religious works of art are often inspired by conflict, intrigue and divine mysteries.

S1 E3 | God and Art

E9 | What Is Art (Good For)?

E8 | The Cult of Progress

E7 | Color and Light