The Public Eye and the Private Gaze
A short season about the work of the 17th-century Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn opens with the first of two documentaries presented by historian Simon Schama.
The Public Eye. The story of Rembrandt's early golden years, before his vision was touched by tragedy. By the age of 30, the miller's son had become one of the most celebrated artists in Europe, revolutionising painting in works like The Night Watch. (Part 2. The Private Gaze, can be seen next Sunday. The season continues with Rembrandt: Times Three Tuesday 7.40pm) • ILLUSTRATED GUIDE: send a cheque for £2.50, payable to BBCtv. to [address removed] • MUSIC AND ARTS: page 12