

Stories of Art
Stories of Art brings together art historian Dr. James Fox and art critic Alastair Sooke to uncover the most inspiring and compelling stories from the history of art. From the lives of the world’s greatest artists to the turning points that changed art, to the hidden histories of great masterpieces, James and Alastair are your guides to the extraordinary characters and fascinating stories that have shaped art history. Full of insight, expert opinion and humour, Stories of Art is the ultimate deep dive into the history of art.
Episodes


William Hogarth: The First Modern Artist (Part 1)

Hieronymus Bosch: The Garden of Earthly Delights

Lee Miller: Witness to the Holocaust (Part 2)

Lee Miller: The Supermodel Surrealist (Part 1)

1066 and All That: The Bayeux Tapestry

Vincent van Gogh: Endgame in Auvers (Part 4)

Vincent van Gogh: Disaster in Arles (Part 3)

Vincent van Gogh: Becoming Vincent (Part 2)

Vincent van Gogh: The Outcast (Part 1)

Alberto Giacometti: The Rise of Stick Man (Part 2)

Alberto Giacometti: The Boy from the Mountains (Part 1)

Vermeer's First Masterpiece: The Milkmaid
Johannes Vermeer’s The Milkmaid stands as a pinnacle of Dutch Golden Age art, transcending its humble subject matter through exquisite composition and light. Painted in the late 1650s, the work reflects Vermeer’s transition toward the contemplative, minimalist interiors that define his mature style. The painting’s tech...

Frida Kahlo: A Star is Born (Part 3)

Frida Kahlo: The Elephant and the Dove (Part 2)

Frida Kahlo: The Girl on the Bus (Part 1)

Michelangelo: The Master of Rome (Part 4)

David Hockney Tribute

Michelangelo: The Sistine Chapel Ceiling (Part 3)

Michelangelo: The Making of David (Part 2)
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