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Sculptures of the Louvre
Koch Vision // Unrated // October 3, 2006
List Price: $39.98 [Buy now and save at Amazon]
Wait – the Louvre has more than paintings?
Absolutely. In fact, these awe-inspiring sculptures rival the magnificence of the world-famous museum's paintings. Amidst the influence of popular culture, a broadened mainstream audience has discovered the Louvre's many splendors and mysteries. This new found audience wants to learn more about the enigmas beneath the pyramid after getting a small taste from recent novels and films. A wonderful approach to discovering these mysteries without coughing up heaps of dough for a trip across the globe is through pictorials in magazines, books, and through video footage.
Koch Vision's Sculptures of the Louvre is a brilliant way to discover a few of these magnificent pieces. This series extends over 192 minutes and covers seven pinnacle masterworks that span several centuries. Each portion can be viewed independently.
Disc 1:
Slaves of Michelangelo
The Horses of Marly
The Venus de Milo
Bulls of Khorsabad
Disc 2:
Cupid and Psyche
Ramses II
Mary Magdalene
Now, a three hour runtime might appear a bit excessive when split between seven works. Instead, herein lays Sculptures of the Louvre's potent punch. What is on the screen is not a bombarding overview of the museum's work. Assuredly, there are other sources available for a quick rundown of the Louvre's substantial catalog. However, what lies within this set is a truly magical presentation of seven distinct stories.
Instead of barely scratching the surface of many works of art, the narrators take us on deep journeys describing historical events that surround the select masterpieces' conceptions. Days and dates do come into play; however, the intricate ways in which these events molded the masterpieces is truly fascinating. Along this process, the narrator also takes an intimate spin by elaborately describing the form, function, and flowing enchantment of each work. Each segment is an ode to the captivating beauty and rich history behind these pieces.
This series is phenomenal. Many general and in-depth curiosities are answered, such as what tools that were used to smooth the Slaves of Michelangelo's muscles and the reason the Venus de Milo's arms weren't reconstructed. Even though these questions are addressed, the sense of wonder and mystery behind the pieces remains completely intact. One concern is that the casual viewer may have trouble maintaining interest due to the comprehensive amount of content. For these viewers, segmented viewing is highly suggested. Nonetheless, every ounce of this subject matter is outstanding.
One of the finest aspects of Sculptures of the Louvre is the amazing cinematography and outstanding direction. The historical elements and assorted linked artworks are integrated seamlessly into the subject piece's footage. What really shocked this reviewer was how intimately each piece was portrayed. It's as enchanting of an experience you could possibly have without tangibly looking at the work. Whether it be for reference material or for an introductory course in a few of the museum's prize fighters, Koch Entertainment's Sculptures of the Louvre is an engrossing, deep insight into seven slices of artistic triumph.
The DVD:
Scultures of the Louvre comes spread across two discs and encased in a double-wide case. Enclosed is a promotional insert for other Koch Vision items.
The Video and Audio:
Presented in a non-anamorphic letterbox transfer, the image quality is surprisingly incredible. The image detail and color tones were striking. There are a lot of darker scenes in the presentation where pieces are engulfed with shadow. A vast majority of these scenes are handled with rich darks and amazing contrast. Dust and specs were few and far between, while edge enhancement didn't seem apparent. If this would have been an enhanced widescreen presentation, it would have been only a step or two underneath perfect. Sculptures of the Louvre boasts a phenomenal presentation.
Our narrators' voices carry through extremely well in this Dolby Digital audio presentation. Musical elements echo through very nicely, creating a great atmosphere for the features. Very clean dialogue is the necessity from this track, and it definitely delivers.
Final Thoughts:
Set within the most famous museum in the world, the Sculptures of the Louvre is a fantastic documentary piece that truly dissects the nature and beauty of seven pinnacle works. Art enthusiasts should thoroughly enjoy the historical context, the commentary on artistic method, and the striking visual portrayals of these pieces. Casual art fans might find this piece a bit on the long side due to the extensive nature of the material; however, each detail and historical context adds to the grandeur of the masterworks and might still grab even the most informal of viewers. Sculptures of the Louvre comes Highly Recommended to just about anyone with an artistic eye and a taste for historical mystery around some truly striking works of art.
Thomas Spurlin, Staff Reviewer -- DVDTalk Reviews | Personal Blog/Site
Absolutely. In fact, these awe-inspiring sculptures rival the magnificence of the world-famous museum's paintings. Amidst the influence of popular culture, a broadened mainstream audience has discovered the Louvre's many splendors and mysteries. This new found audience wants to learn more about the enigmas beneath the pyramid after getting a small taste from recent novels and films. A wonderful approach to discovering these mysteries without coughing up heaps of dough for a trip across the globe is through pictorials in magazines, books, and through video footage.
Koch Vision's Sculptures of the Louvre is a brilliant way to discover a few of these magnificent pieces. This series extends over 192 minutes and covers seven pinnacle masterworks that span several centuries. Each portion can be viewed independently.
Slaves of Michelangelo
The Horses of Marly
The Venus de Milo
Bulls of Khorsabad
Disc 2:
Cupid and Psyche
Ramses II
Mary Magdalene
Now, a three hour runtime might appear a bit excessive when split between seven works. Instead, herein lays Sculptures of the Louvre's potent punch. What is on the screen is not a bombarding overview of the museum's work. Assuredly, there are other sources available for a quick rundown of the Louvre's substantial catalog. However, what lies within this set is a truly magical presentation of seven distinct stories.
Instead of barely scratching the surface of many works of art, the narrators take us on deep journeys describing historical events that surround the select masterpieces' conceptions. Days and dates do come into play; however, the intricate ways in which these events molded the masterpieces is truly fascinating. Along this process, the narrator also takes an intimate spin by elaborately describing the form, function, and flowing enchantment of each work. Each segment is an ode to the captivating beauty and rich history behind these pieces.
This series is phenomenal. Many general and in-depth curiosities are answered, such as what tools that were used to smooth the Slaves of Michelangelo's muscles and the reason the Venus de Milo's arms weren't reconstructed. Even though these questions are addressed, the sense of wonder and mystery behind the pieces remains completely intact. One concern is that the casual viewer may have trouble maintaining interest due to the comprehensive amount of content. For these viewers, segmented viewing is highly suggested. Nonetheless, every ounce of this subject matter is outstanding.
One of the finest aspects of Sculptures of the Louvre is the amazing cinematography and outstanding direction. The historical elements and assorted linked artworks are integrated seamlessly into the subject piece's footage. What really shocked this reviewer was how intimately each piece was portrayed. It's as enchanting of an experience you could possibly have without tangibly looking at the work. Whether it be for reference material or for an introductory course in a few of the museum's prize fighters, Koch Entertainment's Sculptures of the Louvre is an engrossing, deep insight into seven slices of artistic triumph.
The DVD:
Scultures of the Louvre comes spread across two discs and encased in a double-wide case. Enclosed is a promotional insert for other Koch Vision items.
The Video and Audio:
Presented in a non-anamorphic letterbox transfer, the image quality is surprisingly incredible. The image detail and color tones were striking. There are a lot of darker scenes in the presentation where pieces are engulfed with shadow. A vast majority of these scenes are handled with rich darks and amazing contrast. Dust and specs were few and far between, while edge enhancement didn't seem apparent. If this would have been an enhanced widescreen presentation, it would have been only a step or two underneath perfect. Sculptures of the Louvre boasts a phenomenal presentation.
Our narrators' voices carry through extremely well in this Dolby Digital audio presentation. Musical elements echo through very nicely, creating a great atmosphere for the features. Very clean dialogue is the necessity from this track, and it definitely delivers.
Final Thoughts:
Set within the most famous museum in the world, the Sculptures of the Louvre is a fantastic documentary piece that truly dissects the nature and beauty of seven pinnacle works. Art enthusiasts should thoroughly enjoy the historical context, the commentary on artistic method, and the striking visual portrayals of these pieces. Casual art fans might find this piece a bit on the long side due to the extensive nature of the material; however, each detail and historical context adds to the grandeur of the masterworks and might still grab even the most informal of viewers. Sculptures of the Louvre comes Highly Recommended to just about anyone with an artistic eye and a taste for historical mystery around some truly striking works of art.
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