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Filippo Lippi: The Adoration of the Christ Child

Painted over five centuries ago, Filippo Lippi's nativity is like no other: the birth of Christ in a dark, wooded wilderness. Its beauty inspired Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and Botticelli. But it also conceals a deeply personal story. It was painted for a wealthy banker who feared that his money was dragging him straight to hell.

English
  • Originally Aired December 25, 2010
  • Runtime 50 minutes
  • Network BBC Two
  • Special is Critical to Show's Story No
  • Notes Is a season finale
  • Created October 1, 2022 by
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  • Modified October 1, 2022 by
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