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A Portrait of Scotland

Actor Peter Capaldi explores the story of Scotland's art, examining the paintings and artists that have made Scottish art special. He focuses on the tradition of portraiture.

Peter Capaldi explores the story of Scotland's art. He had a talent for drawing and a love for art that took him to art school in Glasgow, but soon after graduating he became an actor.

Capaldi spends time with the paintings and the artists that have made Scottish art special. He sketches some of the most important Scottish portraits, and by focusing on the tradition of portraiture that goes back 500 years, Capaldi shows how Scotland's art has reflected the changing face of the nation.

1 hour, 29 minutes

Last on

Sat 22 May 2021 21:20

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Role Contributor
Presenter Peter Capaldi
Executive Producer Jo Roe
Director Sandy Raffan
Producer Sandy Raffan

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