Andrew Graham-Dixon Explores American Art in New Sky Arte Series
British art critic Andrew Graham-Dixon presents 'Art of America', a mini-series premiering on Sky Arte HD on Thursday, July 27. The first episode, titled 'In Search of Paradise', examines 19th-century American creativity, contrasting Puritan iconoclasm with nature-inspired art. Featured is Frederick Edwin Church's 1857 painting 'Niagara Falls'. The series also addresses the violent displacement of Native Americans and land expropriation, analyzing these dynamics through art and ideology. Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune, which manages its content and digital interface.
Key facts
- Andrew Graham-Dixon is the presenter of the mini-series 'Art of America'.
- The series premieres on Sky Arte HD on Thursday, July 27.
- The first episode is titled 'In Search of Paradise'.
- The episode focuses on 19th-century American art.
- It contrasts Puritan opposition to images with nature-inspired art.
- Frederick Edwin Church's 1857 painting 'Niagara Falls' is highlighted.
- The series addresses the killing of Native Americans and land seizure.
- Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune.
Entities
Artists
- Andrew Graham-Dixon
- Frederick Edwin Church
Institutions
- Sky Arte HD
- Artribune
Locations
- United States
- America