Watch Private Viewing: The Art of Collecting

2018
1 Season

Private Viewing: The Art of Collecting is a fascinating documentary series available exclusively on MagellanTV. The show examines the passion and obsession that drives many art collectors to amass art treasures for their private enjoyment. The show offers an insiderâs view of the world of art collecting, taking viewers directly into the homes and private galleries of some of the worldâs most prominent art collectors. Each episode of the series is devoted to a particular collector or collection, showcasing the stunning and varied artworks they have amassed over the years.

Through interviews with the collectors themselves, art historians, and experts in the field, viewers get a sense of the history and evolution of art collecting, from ancient times to the present day. The series explores the motivations behind collecting, delving into the psychological and emotional factors that drive some to seek out and acquire art treasures.

One key theme that emerges throughout the series is the unique experience of viewing art in a private setting. The collectors featured in the show have dedicated their lives and fortunes to acquiring and showcasing their art treasures in their own homes, creating personalized spaces that reflect their own tastes and sensibilities.

Along the way, Private Viewing also delves into the ways in which art collectors navigate the market, from sourcing rare and valuable pieces to negotiating prices and building relationships with galleries and dealers. Interviews with industry insiders shed light on the complex world of art collecting and the work that goes into building a world-class collection.

The series features a diverse range of collectors and collections, from established art world stars to relative newcomers. Each episode is richly layered, revealing the unique qualities and idiosyncrasies of each collectorâs approach to collecting.

Viewers of Private Viewing: The Art of Collecting can expect to be wowed by the stunning artworks on display, from classic masterpieces to contemporary installations. But the series also offers a deeper understanding of the complex world of art collecting, exploring the motivations, strategies and passion behind this fascinating pursuit.

All in all, Private Viewing: The Art of Collecting is a must-watch for anyone who loves art, or who is fascinated by the ways in which human passion and obsession can drive individuals to amass incredible collections of treasure. With its expert insights, insider access, and stunning visuals, this series is a true gem for anyone interested in the art world.

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10. Cecil French: The Forgotten Collection

April 9, 2018

Rain can't dampen the spirits of thousands who turn out for the Goodwood Revival weekend in Sussex. Many have come for the Bonham's auction of classic cars - everything from Bubble Cars to Bentleys. And, unusually, a selection of vintage aeroplanes.

9. Richard Burrows: The Bloomsbury Connection

April 2, 2018

Married to Laurence Olivier, the actress Vivien Leigh had star quality. Sotheby's are hoping her name will attract bidders to a two-day sale of her possessions. And they aren't disappointed.

8. Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo: Witness to Modern Art

March 26, 2018

Did you know that the architect Le Corbusier was also an artist? One of his works is up for auction at Bonham's. And, in a typical day in the life of a major London auction house, there are also Old Masters and Modern British and Irish paintings on offer.

7. Roger Therond: The Perfume of Photography

March 19, 2018

Sotheby's have had a bright idea: a sale of small pictures called 'Actual Size.' But the prices don't match the pictures. Among the works on sale is an exquisite Old Master by a pioneer of the still-life and a portrayal of strawberries by Lucien Freud.

6. Attilio Codognato: The Man Who Sat for Andy Warhol

March 12, 2018

His is the biggest name in Old Masters. Joseph Mallord William Turner was born and died by the Thames but, in between, Turner was an art tourist. Some of his greatest works portray foreign scenes - including Rome, and a giant canvas of the fabled rock of Ehrenbreitstein in Germany. Now, it comes to Sotheby's whose experts have been using modern technology to tell the story behind it.

5. Jonathan Hills: Watches for All Time

March 5, 2018

She was a style-icon in the second half of the twentieth century. Audrey Hepburn captivated hearts and minds. 25 years after her death, some of Ms Hepburn's possessions come up for sale at Christie's - and the public interest is intense.

4. Frank Cohen: Mad About Modern British

February 26, 2018

What is a family of four woolly mammoths doing in Sussex? They've been put up for sale after being brought out of Russia. Discovered beneath a building site, they are remarkably intact - but you'll need a large room to house them. Elsewhere in this programme, New York sees the sale of the best of American Art, including works by Jasper Johns who made the American flag a theme of his career.

3. David Lewis: The Power of Great Art

February 19, 2018

Will it become the most expensive painting ever to be sold at auction? Sent for sale at Christie's in New York by a Russian billionaire, Leonard da Vinci's Salvator Mundi is one of only a handful of the master's work in private hands. It once belonged to Charles II but was later discredited. In 1958, it changed hands for

2. Francesco & Chiara Carraro: A Love Affair with Glass

February 12, 2018

In the year that we mark the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War, a rare painting by Christopher Nevinson comes to Sotheby's showing the horrors of 'the war to end all wars.' Elsewhere, bidders scramble to acquire the last painting by Winston Churchill - of his beloved goldfish pool at Chartwell.

1. Nasser David Khalili: Sleeping Giants

February 5, 2018

Lost letters by the Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi mean scholars will have to re-write history. At Christie's in New York, Picasso's muse comes to auction and may fetch fifty million dollars...and there's an opportunity to acquire the perfect sculpture by Constantin Brancusi.

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