Picturing Mary

Who is this Mary? Though there are few mentions of her in the New Testament, the woman who was with Jesus from birth to death is one of the most portrayed faces in history. She has inspired some of the finest and most enduring achievements in painting, sculpture, architecture, poetry, and music. This moving program takes viewers on an artistic journey spanning almost 2000 years and crossing 4 continents. This DVD visits museums, chapels, and cathedrals in 8 countries to view masterpieces by Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Caravaggio, and Duccio in their original locations. These treasured artworks show how artists have expressed their personal devotion. Jane Seymour narrates with dramatic readings by James Keach.