In 1434 a wealthy Renaissance merchant commissioned a portrait with his wife. The Arnolfini Marriage is one of the most famous, as well as one of the most studied, paintings of all time but a new discovery has thrown the art world into confusion.

The repercussions are immense, leading historians to question accepted views of marriage and society; of fame and fortune; and of trade and travel. But it had also led some to question the entire study of history itself.

 

Explore the mysteries of this enigmatic masterpiece in the programme script.