Maria Sibylla Merian | Civilisations

David Olusoga considers how Maria Sibylla Merian made use of her move to Amsterdam to promote her detailed naturalist artwork.

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Clip Info
  • Clip length: 2'01''
  • Broadcast year: 2018
Curriculum Connection
  • Art & Design
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Licence: ERA Licence required

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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
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Content
  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Four
  • Programme: Civilisations
  • Series: 1
  • Episode: First Contact
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