06: First Contact | Civilisations

06: First Contact | Civilisations

Ancient Civilizations | BBC Two | 2018 | 59'07''

David Olusoga shows how art was always on the frontline when distant cultures met.

05: The Atlantic Age | Africa’s Great Civilisations

05: The Atlantic Age | Africa’s Great Civilisations

Ancient Civilizations | BBC Four | 2018 | 52'18''

This episode looks at the tremendous changes that took place across the continent between the 15th and 18th centuries.

Benin | Learning Zone

Benin | Learning Zone

Ancient Civilizations | BBC Two | 2015 | 3'44''

Benin is famous for its bronzes. This film explores how they are made, using the 'lost wax' process, and why.

Nanban Screens | Civilisations

Nanban Screens | Civilisations

Ancient Civilizations | BBC Four | 2018 | 1'48''

David Olusoga shows how art was always on the frontline when distant cultures met.

Benin Bronzes | Civilisations

Benin Bronzes | Civilisations

Ancient Civilizations | BBC Four | 2018 | 5'35''

David Olusoga visits the Benin Bronzes at the British Museum.

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