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The Secrets of the Art and the Artist: Caravaggio

The Secrets of the Art and the Artist: Caravaggio: Episode 1

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Roger Law embarks on a journey to understand controversial artist Caravaggio.

To mark the 400th anniversary of the death of Caravaggio, Roger Law embarks on a journey to understand this shadowy, dangerous and controversial artist.

With the 400th anniversary of his death approaching, the painter Caravaggio is receiving a great deal of attention in Italy and around the world. He was controversial in his own lifetime and a passionate debate rages over his legacy today. Artist Roger Law goes in search of the man behind the myth.

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Roger Law embarks on a journey to understand controversial artist Caravaggio

To mark the 400th anniversary of the death of Caravaggio, Roger Law embarks on a journey to understand this shadowy, dangerous and controversial artist

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