The Pure Radiance of the Past. Andrew Graham-Dixon 's quest to revisit the Renaissance takes him to Florence, where he examines the city's widely accepted claim to be the cradle of the movement and delves into its colourful political background. On the way, he takes in the breathtaking works of Michelangelo, Donatello,
Masaccio, Ghiberti and Brunelleschi. See Choice.
Producer John Bush ; Executive producer Nicholas Rossiter (S) (W) A new three-part series. Renaissance Secrets, begins on Tuesday at 7.30pm