The Icarus Paintings

Studio 360

The myth of Icarus symbolizes fleeting glory, and the foolishness of flying too high, literally and figuratively. A story about Spencer Finch, a painter who tried to depict Icarus’ hubris and doom. Produced by David Krasnow.

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