Mathematician Marcus du Sautoy looks at six famous scientific diagrams, from the Vitruvian Man to the double helix and the Pioneer plaques. Investigating their historical context, layers of meaning and artistic beauty.
Mathematician Marcus du Sautoy looks at six famous scientific diagrams, from the Vitruvian Man to the double helix and the Pioneer plaques. Investigating their historical context, layers of meaning and artistic beauty.
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Seasons (1)
Season 1
18 Nov 2010 – 23 Dec 2010 · 6 episodes
1Vitruvian Man, Leonardo da Vinci18 Nov 2010
2Revolutions of the Celestial Spheres, Nicolaus Copernicus25 Nov 2010