Art

This introductory program Kenneth Clark outlines the historical background of the Romantic movement and illustrates the principles of Romantic and Classic art through the work of individual artists....

This introductory program Kenneth Clark outlines the historical background of the Romantic movement and illustrates the principles of Romantic and Classic art through the work of individual artists. Kenneth Clark's analysis brings insight into the character of the art of this period as well as into the personalities of its leading exponents.

Classic art presented a world of harmony and decorum, where reason prevails over the dark forces of the unknown. Romantic artists were fascinated by the three great irrationals: fear, sex and death....

Classic art presented a world of harmony and decorum, where reason prevails over the dark forces of the unknown. Romantic artists were fascinated by the three great irrationals: fear, sex and death. In this film series, Lord Kenneth Clark analyzes the personalities of the period's leading artists, and examines the character of their work.  13 part series:Romantic Rebellion 50 mins.Jacques Louis David 26 mins.Gian-Battista Piranesi and Henry Fuseli 26 mins.William Blake 26...