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His Majesty's Surveyor

on BBC Two England

A programme for the 400th anniversary of the birth of Inigo Jones (1573-1652) narrated by John Summerson
with John Harris and Roy Strong

As with his contemporary, Shakespeare, mystery surrounds England's first major architect and stage designer.
This programme assesses the work and outlines the life of the man who, more than any other, brought the spirit of the Renaissance in architecture to England.
Inigo Jones and his Influence: Wed, 9.10 pm R3. Putting on the style: p 11

Contributors

Narrator:
John Summerson
Interviewee:
John Harris
Interviewee:
Roy Strong
Film Cameraman:
Kenneth MacMillan
Film Editor:
John Jarvis
Producer:
Ann Turner

BBC Two England

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