Andrew Graham-Dixon explores the ancient Christian practice of preserving holy relics and the largely forgotten art form that went with it, the reliquary. Fragments of bone or fabric placed inside a bejewelled shrine, a sculpted golden head or even a life-sized silver hand were, and still are, objects of religious devotion believed to have the power to work miracles. The documentary features interviews with art historian Sister Wendy Beckett and Neil MacGregor, director of the British Museum.
Budget
Not disclosed
Revenue
Not disclosed
Studio
BBC1 review
Title
Treasures of Heaven
Released
Jun 20, 2011
Rated
Not rated
Region of Origin
United Kingdom
Original Audio
English
Runtime
59m
Status
Released
Studio
BBC
