Stories from Tate Britain — Season 1, Episode 1: Stories from Tate Britain 1
Documentary • 45 min • 1 season, 2 episodes
Episode synopsis
Kate Bryan goes behind the scenes at the gallery, finding out about the origins of Tate Britain and the development of modern art in the UK. She meets director Maria Balshaw to hear about the different Tate sites and how they interconnect, and explores the life and work of William Blake before finding out about Elizabeth Siddal, the woman behind the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood.
About Stories from Tate Britain
In this two-part series, Kate Bryan delves into the rich history of Tate Britain, exploring the evolution of British art through its collection. Alongside a range of curators and experts, Kate explores the origins of this institution and uncovers the stories behind the works of iconic artists, from William Blake and JMW Turner, through to David Hockney and Tracy Emin, among many others.