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271: Belgium: History's Greatest Artist

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An incredible geopolitical achievement that we owe to the Dukes of Burgundy, who I talked about a year ago in your podcast.

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Who is the greatest artist of all time? Join Tom and Dominic as Belgian historian Bart van Loo puts forward the case for the hyper-realistic and highly influential art of early Northern Renaissance painter Jan van Eyck. Join The Rest Is History Club (www.restishistorypod.com) for ad-free listening to the full archive, weekly bonus episodes, live streamed shows and access to an exclusive chatroom community. *The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*: Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia! Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook
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The Burgundians
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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: History enthusiasts and those interested in Belgian cultural heritage.
Key quote: An incredible geopolitical achievement that we owe to the Dukes of Burgundy, who I talked about a year ago in your podcast.
The host mentions 'The Burgundians' to highlight the historical significance of the Dukes of Burgundy in shaping the Low Countries, which later became Belgium. This context is essential for understanding the cultural heritage of figures like Jan van Eyck.
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