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St. Mary Magdalene: German Beauty in Stone
Director(s): Martin Fraudreau
This work by 16th-century German sculptor Gregor Erhardt, though Gothic in inspiration, reflects the Renaissance ideal of physical beauty.
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A Portrait of Ramesses II
Director(s): Martin Fraudreau
Ramesses II is one of the most famous of ancient Egyptian pharaohs. Detailed study of this small, black stone colossus sheds light on the king's role and the nature of his power over...
The Marly Horses: Victory over the Present
Director(s): Martin Fraudreau
The sculptures of horses by Coysevox and Coustou are famous for their artistry—but also for the prestigious places they have graced with their presence: the royal Château de Marly, Place de la...
Michelangelo's Slaves: The Soul in Chains
Director(s): Martin Fraudreau
In 1513, Michelangelo began to sculpt two almost nude male figures—bound slaves, intended to adorn the vast mausoleum of Pope Julius II in St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. However, scheming, conflicts...
The Venus de Milo or the Invention of a Myth
Director(s): Martin Fraudreau
When the Venus de Milo was discovered in 1820, it was instantly hailed as a model of feminine beauty. The film tells the story of the statue and its popularity with an exploration of the fantasies of...