Anatomy of a Painting

 We accompany a different contemporary artist each episode to deepen our understanding of their creative process

Did you know that the last war between France and Spain took place in the 1970s?

In the 17th century, many Dutch women painters excelled at depicting the natural world in their art.

François Chaignaud takes us on a magical stroll through the medieval Louvre.

In Spain, an age-old and cruel tradition of sacrificing the worst-performing hunting dogs is still practiced

 Artists Satch Hoyt and Juan Covelli challenge colonial narratives and spark debate about the restitution of cultural artefacts.

Was everything better in the past? Twist meets nostalgia enthusiasts to find out.

Opened in 1932, the art deco cinema is a major venue for film premieres with its huge auditorium.

The Lichtburg Essen is a grand old cinema with a turbulent history.

How can we have more fulfilling sex? Ronja von Rönne meets couples and singles who have reinvented their sexuality.

Was everything better in the past? Twist meets nostalgia enthusiasts to find out.

To speed up deportations, the EU is set to authorise detention centres beyond its borders.

Opened in 1932, the art deco cinema is a major venue for film premieres with its huge auditorium.

Schumann, Prokofiev and Mozart are on the programme with pianist Elisabeth Leonskaja as soloist, conducted by Iván Fischer.

How can we age well? Ronja von Rönne trys to find out by talking to chimney sweep Norbert Skrobek, who is close to retirement and Monika Gutte who defies age with a zest for life

Using the latest technology, researchers are discovering the bright colours of ancient Greek art and architecture.  

Inspired by 19th century Spain’s cigar makers, Humo pays tribute to these women in dance and song.

In the 17th century, many Dutch women painters excelled at depicting the natural world in their art.

Cologne, Autumn 1944: In the bombed-out city, a small group of young people put up armed resistance against the Nazi regime