Men Of The North: Waldemar Januszczak Uncovers Viking, Anglo-Saxon & Carolingian Art

[@michaelsmith5574]

I think I've learned more from Januszczak in two weeks of watching his documentaries than 4 years of Fine Arts. FANTASTIC!

[@AppalachiaRRlover]

sad aint it! I can say the same thing! I barely paid attention in college but if he was my art history professor Id would have been enthralled completely

[@demi3115]

says more about you and your dedication than your study.

[@larryzigler6812]

@@demi3115 Exactly

[@laurawhite8778]

Love this guy. I've always loved art but some of the deep dives into say the mysteries behind specific paintings and artists or dental records in a London England library clearly demonstrating the impact of sugar in our diet are so enlightening

[@melanie8178]

I have watched some of his videos 2x over and still pick up the jewels.

[@chuckychrysaldrums]

You are without doubt one of the best art historians of all time. Your teaching is in itself an artform. Thank you.

[@lechat8533]

@Chucky Chrysal Yes, he is outstanding!

[@kennylong7281]

We can all thank Professor Waldemar Januszczak for the best, most entertaining, and most informative videos on history, culture, and art, anywhere on the Internet! Thank you!

[@evan7743]

Waldemar’s Perspective productions are like a combination of travelogue, sociology, psychology, geography, history, and art - all delivered in a style that is entertaining and accessible for the lay person. He gives the viewer the perspective of art history from both the forest and the trees, and as a result makes a strong case for his perspectives on art. It’s how every Art History 101 should be taught.

[@doesthisfacemakemelooklike535]

Agreed!

[@meemo32086]

I adore him!!

[@chriskilmer5197]

Brilliant praise ....thanks

[@carlderfler5006]

Waldemar is an absolute treasure as a presenter and spokesperson for all historical subjects. The B.B.C. really has a treasure in him. Don't let him get away!!! Lol

[@kgspvgsp7569]

Too jewish

[@luciesvobodova8720]

Carl, I could not agree more!

[@kckazcoll1]

@@kgspvgsp7569 he said he was Catholic in another episode, went to a Catholic school too

[@coneheadzmusic1460]

@@kckazcoll1 pog

[@nokomarie1963]

@@kgspvgsp7569 ~Shame on you for bigotry and, quite probable, wrongness.

[@anonagain]

On the cross: "This is a rather wonky specimen, which is why I like it so much. It's not quite right...so you just want to hug it." :) I love his quirky humor.

[@monicakult8519]

Maybe it reminds him of his own wonky specimen lol

[@Missangie827]

I love watching this guy-thanks for helping me heal up from rib injury and keeping my brain entertained

[@myrojyn]

Tryin to watch ads but this documentary is in the way

[@17106g]

Skip to the end of the video and hit the replay button. Watch the video without ads

[@skippymagrue]

It's so annoying. I have to pull the red dot forward just beyond the evil yellow ad dots and then there aren't ads.

[@YozhikvTumane]

@Topher TheTenth Free plugin for chrome browser, just search "adblock for youtube"

[@margaretmurphy9498]

Well said

[@janetdiesnis456]

Yes, it is annoying but it is worth it. For me anyway. What is five seconds ?

[@christinegatto7426]

Waldemar's enthusiasm is delightful!

[@wrybreadspread]

Remains my fave Waldemar documentary. Carving his name in runes...straightening his quiff hairstyle...iconic moments. And the man is genuinely extremely interesting.

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

I find the writing on ancient gravestones deeply touching and proof of the universality of human emotion…some are very funny, some not all complimentary, and some full of such profound loving grief and the terrible ache of an empty place in the those who outlived the deceased.

[@USNavyVet_STG]

Waldemar's perspective is stellar, magnificent and splendid. I'm thankful for you sir.

[@grantsmythe8625]

Love this guy's work and his contagious enthusiasm. He KNOWS art, from A to Z.

[@TorMax9]

"Words, letters, inscriptions, they keep appearing in this story, and wherever they appear, they seem to glow with Dark Age urgency." Glow with Dark Age urgency. Out of the darkness appears a glow. A light. A beauty. A wisdom. What an image! What a wordsmith. An artist of words. Waldemar Januszczak, your programme is a piece of art in itself. Thank you for enlightening us in such a delightful manner. This information just flows in without resistance like melted gold.

[@lisaapodaca7619]

Waldemar Januszczak, long time no see, I am now 100% more excited about this documentary!

[@melanieohara6941]

I am a Yank-Half Irish, plus Norwegian/German, out here in Wyoming. Thanks, again, Waldy-what a treat!❇️

[@markballard6834]

That metal worker guy is incredible

[@debbietaylor2772]

Thanks!

[@kaisersozay99]

Just one of the best explainers. Brilliant

[@Sameoldfitup]

“Has it ever struck you that life is all memory, except for the one present moment that goes by you so quick you hardly catch it going?”― Tennessee Williams.....................

[@TorMax9]

Memory and projection into a future that might be if we do it right and get some lucky breaks. If the heavens open up. If we are bestowed with grace.

[@helpyourcattodrive]

I’ve never known any of this … so glad I found this channel and Waldemar.

[@donnadees7031]

SO GOOD TO SEE ALL THIS HISTORY and I didn't have to attend a class - or 3 or 4 - THANK YOU THIS ALL TAKES MY BREATH AWAY. so grateful. I struggled to get an education- finding I COULD ACTUALLY do art works, naturally - I could've been somebody like Mr. Greenhouse. wow. at 80 - I am enjoyng being shown beauty beyond compare.

[@adrianrosenlund-hudson8789]

The Sutton Hoo jewellery is astounding. Utterly beautiful and absolutely beyond compare. It always blows me away

[@lightbeingform]

I just love valking around vith Waldemar. This is my new fave series!

[@Tina06019]

The Oseberg ship is amazing.

[@OmmerSyssel]

The many daily life and ceremonial artefacts excavated from the burial is of equally extraordinary high standard! The museum is definitely worth visiting, if possible...

[@StephiSensei26]

Break my heart, why don't you! Wonderful! Jeg laengter hjem til Danmark! Thank you Waldemar! For all of us Art History lions, this is red meat! You can never get enough of this.

[@StephiSensei26]

@@mattg56 Good stuff!

[@barbaraolson6783]

Thank you for these programs explaining the Art of many ages.

[@danielcliment8251]

This man is like a fiery version of David Attenborough! I love it....

[@foursticksbuff9951]

You know it's a Waldemar doc if "Wonky" pops up somewhere......as I rewatch these brilliant films I've heard it used several times.

[@Bookspine5]

Wonky is Wonky World. :)

[@deliafunk9810]

Waldemar, you are SO interesting, you bring it all to life, thank you

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

Love these documentaries..I’ve always loved medieval art…well, art, period, but especially this period and I’m mad for illuminated manuscripts.

[@robingrant1965]

Waldemar, you are Better than any Professor I ever had!!! Your teaching skills are amazing!!! I could watch you all day!!😍👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Erikvanglabbeek-s9f]

Waldemar, I LOVE your unique style, you make me understand a lot about art and sometimes you cheer me up and give me something to laugh about, thank you so much!!!

[@gaylehudson7267]

" The twilight begins to work it's magick," Indeed.

[@jolesliewhitten6545]

Love the metal working artist.

[@lechat8533]

Your documentaries are without comparison. Thank you so much.

[@bretnielsen5502]

Absolutely the most informative documentaries on the net. I re-watched this one several times.

[@katharper655]

THAT AMAZING SHIP IS SO BEAUTIFULLY-CRAFTED...it's like a seagoing poem by an Odin-spawned skald.

[@ninaelsbethgustavsen2131]

Stood next to the Oseberg Ship you feel a shiver down your spine. The sheer size. It exudes both power and grief simultaneously. Being a burial vessel. Thought to have been for a Viking Queen. 👑

[@along9971]

I used to spend holidays on Holy Island ..amazing little place

[@julieworland2193]

very good, informative, interesting documentary. i like vikings. and i LOVE US CELTS!

[@theresaeisenbarth]

Love these presentations by Waldemar !

[@andrewlm5677]

This channel is better than many with many more subscribers

[@Johan-vk5yd]

A great documentary on art and religion!

[@vintagecollectibles194]

Love watching this incredible chap....he’s simply charming and addictive with his explanations, it’s like art is in his blood

[@zizimycat]

Excellent video. I love the Perspective series. Brilliant and inspiring.

[@jonathaneffemey944]

thanks for posting.

[@cmclean6475]

So good people, why did you give up using DVDs? If you download and burn onto DVD hey presto no ads are downloaded with the content!! Then you can watch and enjoy!

[@jakemoeller7850]

What a magnificent ship!

[@moxielouise]

Such an excellent piece. Thank you

[@MizzAugust7]

I just think this was one of your best

[@Luboman411]

At 23:49. Yes, I've seen finer jewelry than what the Anglo-Saxons achieved. They're jewels from T'ang China. Just go to museums with T'ang Chinese bling and you will be amazed. Just as impressive as any Anglo-Saxon jewel--extremely intricate, exquisite, with the finest, tiniest details you will ever see in gold, silver and precious stones. T'ang Chinese jewelry was also made at roughly the same time as Anglo-Saxon jewelry, between 600 AD and 800 AD. You will be mighty impressed.

[@castleofmusic7469]

MAGNIFICENT!!! Thank you 🙏❤️🙏

[@philipstevenson5166]

Great presentation. The dark part of the age was/is more knowledge than art.

[@joe18750]

Another fantastic episode. WJ, your writing is much to be envied.

[@lizblock9593]

Conventional history seems to be a long list of wars. How delightful to learn history from a beautiful and enlightened ....perspective!

[@kristiesmith7534]

So impresive we do so love you

[@jovictor]

Loving this. Learning a lot.

[@nataliyahajiyeva5642]

I am so happy to find this documentaryl. Thank you very much

[@1o1s1s1i1e]

I gave up television because of all the commercials and I refuse to watch anything that has ads this often!!!

[@shakespearaamina9117]

This is such an incredible series to watch 🙂 I really learnt a lot

[@chriskilmer5197]

Way to GO --- the Osterberg ship is ..Stunning .....my jaw dropped for half an hour.

[@Sheepdog1314]

beautiful...thank you

[@liselalonde1125]

I am amazed that the presenter is able to touch this unique book with his bare hands. No gloves. He is fortunate, indeed.

[@Luboman411]

That book he's touching is very likely a faithful copy kept at the monastery for sentimental reasons, and not the real deal. The real deal is probably at the British Library, behind lock and key, where you have to handle it with white gloves.

[@mariongranbruheim4090]

Man, you almost gave me a heart attack there 😨👉🏻14:51 when you whipped out your FOLDEKNIV in front of the rune stone! 😵

[@MichaelFlynn0]

bloody marvelous.

[@aelyn2909]

Curious why the term "illuminated manuscript" was never used? That's what I was taught in art history during my BFA. Wonderful Waldemar doc as always.

[@TheNinnyfee]

Aachen's cathedral is actually one of my favourites compared to other cathedrals. 💔 But it's really fascinating how sturdy cuttlefish bones are.

[@helpyourcattodrive]

I love that frank cathedral.

[@dkcorderoyximenez3382]

Very well done indeed...

[@helpyourcattodrive]

I like the cloisonné king and the craftsman.

[@angelafoxmusic7265]

Thankyou. How marvellous, how fascinating!

[@JB-hp6up]

Just found your docs, well-done, captivating and intriguing, thank you

[@carolesmale]

So original andv captivating with a very sly sense of humour .I just love this guy

[@marietheron7579]

I think I have seen all Waldemar's videos once or twice. I hope to discover new ones!

[@helpyourcattodrive]

Great one.

[@xyzhtm]

Waldemar is my idol

[@jaynorris3722]

Totally brilliant!!!!

[@SP-mf9sh]

Can u guys stop complaining about the ads and just appreciate the beautiful art and effort they put into this doc? Way better than the cap on TV now...unless you want more sjw bullshit??

[@13minutestomidnight]

Well, this was on tv first - it's a BBC production. All the complaining about the adds is annoying, though. I mean, adblock exists, anyway, and it's very flexible. Watching a couple of ads seems fair in return for good content, but if a youtube channel exploits the ad system and puts in too many (like this one), why should the audience bother watching ads from them at all?

[@patlong3903]

October 2021 ... Still appreciate the docs being offered on KZbin more than what is offered on commercial TV, sadly even PBS. As for the ads, yes there are a lot of them. You can down load an ad-blocker (just remember that some of the individuals downloading these videos get paid a miniscule amount for the inclusion of the ad.).

[@johnkelly3886]

Aidan and his monks were from Iona. Lindisfarne was a Dalriada Scots' foundation.

[@helpyourcattodrive]

I love it all.

[@brandonjolicoeur9131]

I’ve been watching this for about an hour now, however I’m fairly sure I’ve only seen 10 minutes worth of this documentary the other 50 minutes were ads....no point in watching any further, it’s going to take 3 solid days to finish this documentary

[@friendsofthegerund7693]

6:08 "This is what their helmets really looked like." Should be "This is the looking of ONE of their helmets." No demerit for grammar; it is an error in logic not grammar.

[@talleyrandxlll7037]

The amount of commercials is insane on this channel

[@Mr.internet.Lag.]

imagine not using ad block

[@talleyrandxlll7037]

Mr Lag I may. I usually don’t bc I want channels to get paid but I’m starting to reconsider

[@julieworland2193]

if you skip a commercial, then there will more commercial coming up and even the lenght of each commercial is growing up, the more often you skip. if you never skip in the first place, they are almost NO commercials.

[@talleyrandxlll7037]

Julie Worland Thanks, I didn’t know that 🙃

[@43painter]

Julie Worland Long live the algorythm shit.

[@urbandiscount]

There were Viking mercenaries soldiering as body guards in Constantinople, so what's that about "staying in the harsh north" and all.

[@doddsalfa]

Making a documentary about the Viking craftsmanship and the Saga without mentioning Iceland is like making a documentary about British pop music saga and not mentioning the Beatles

[@patricialengyel7823]

Well I guess we need another documentary, from, Waldemar!

[@AgustePerry]

Your documentaries are simply fantastic! Always so well expressed and may I say, with a flare of energetic enthusiasm. Thank you

[@hogwashmcturnip8930]

I love forgers! Imagine the skills and knowledge it takes to do that.They know more than the so called 'experts' They are my modern day 'Robin Hoods' in that they steal from the rich and make them look stupid. Unfortunately they don't give to the poor, but I still admire them.

[@janetiscute77]

Well done. Knowing how Viking I am through genetic research gives me a better appreciation for the intricacy of the art.

[@briantaylor9475]

Viking is not a DNA thing. Viking is an activity. Danes, Norwegians, and Swedes are the majority of people who went viking.

[@sandravaldez6278]

I really enjoy his documentaries!! I usually don’t care much for European history but he makes it fun and has a wide variety of subjects and I love art… Him and Dr Limpscom make me want to take a course😂👍🏼Keep it coming man I’ll watch … Hello from USA 🇺🇸

[@patriceortovent6451]

The art of the adds, a full documentary with some historical backgrounds on other minor documentaries.

[@katrussell6819]

I have seen that garnets are found on the beaches of Scotland. What is the source of the garnets in the wonderful Viking hoards?

[@barbaraolson600]

Interesting, thank you.

[@ILoveWoolerbear]

Waldemar is the greatest

[@dimman77]

23:44 Those are all cut and fitted garnets??? Not fused glass enamel? That is absolutely spectacular! The work involved, my word...

[@sybil3716]

Anyone knows the name of the host. He is great. I wanna know more about him.

[@kckazcoll1]

Waldemar Januszczak

[@caryw2053]

32:15 BBC: Frankish Germanic art bad, Anglo Saxon art goooood.

[@SP-mf9sh]

Lol I know so biased lolll. The Franks actually did amazing things with gold, colors and jewels but that was left out.

[@Schmorgus]

Calling them "barbarians", is an insult. "Vikings" or norsemen, had the biggest trading markets in the world during that time. There's even archeological evidence that Europes biggest market city existed in southern Sweden... They weren't all farmers and raiders. And they didn't live like cavemen at all. They just didn't build christian temples.

[@coyotedust]

Living in the NW we're surrounded with Vikings!

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

I don’t know of a single culture without some for of creative expression…I could spends years talking about just the history of just human poetry.

[@evaevans164]

love the contents But Perspective come on ! ADDs every 3min ????WTF !!

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Add ≠ ad

[@NickanM]

I hate ads, and youtube is peppered with them. So, I decided to get premium. And its cheap and ad free, plus the fact that you get the music function, which is just like Spotify. For the price of Spotify, I get two things. Just telling you, I think its worth it. I pay 9.99 per month and there is never an ad.

[@drgreengood]

@@NickanM Just install adblock plus and use chrome

[@NickanM]

@@drgreengood And leech on other people's work? No thank you.

[@pakopepefdez185]

@@NickanM yutuve leechs other people's work

[@tertommy]

The Christianization of Lithuania occurred in 1387, initiated by King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania Władysław II Jagiełło and his cousin Vytautas the Great. It signified the official adoption of Christianity by Lithuania, the last pagan country in Europe.