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The National Portrait Gallery is home to the most extensive collection of portraits anywhere in the world. From the 16th century to the present day, these works tell the story of portraiture through the ages: the greatest painters and photographers; the most iconic subjects. In this series, presenter Kate Bryan is granted unprecedented behind the scenes access as the gallery prepares to reopen its doors after three years \u2013 and a once in a generation refurbishment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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