The Cultural History of Museums (2022)
• May 3rd, 2022 • 0h 51min
Documentary, History, TV Movie
Overview
From the cabinets of curiosities created in Italy during the 16th century to the prestigious cultural institutions of today, a history of museums that analyzes the social and political changes that have taken place over the centuries.
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