Portrait of Lord Melvyn Bragg, host of In Our Time

19th-century male artists

The 19th century began on 1 January 1801 (represented by the Roman numerals MDCCCI), and ended on 31 December 1900 (MCM). It was characterized by vast social upheaval.

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  1. Hokusai

    Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849), whose views of Mt Fuji such as The Great Wave off Kanagawa (pictured) are some of the most iconic in world art.

    30 March 2017

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    Featuring: Angus Lockyer, Rosina Buckland, Ellis Tinios

     
  2. Munch and The Scream

    Melvyn Bragg and guests David Jackson, Dorothy Rowe and Alastair Wright discuss the work of the Norwegian artist Edvard Munch, focusing on his painting The Scream.

    18 March 2010

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    Featuring: David Jackson, Dorothy Rowe, Alastair Wright