Sheridan Le Fanu's supernatural tale in two episodes devilishly well read by Mr McDiarmid, who creates a compelling atmosphere of dark foreboding.
The Irish writer Le Fanu is regarded by many critics as the greatest master of the English ghost story.

In 17th Century Leyden, young Flemish painter Godfrey Schalken's love for his master's daughter, Rose, receives a setback when a mysterious visitor comes calling one night by the name of Vanderhausen.

Schalken the Painter was made by BBC Northern Ireland and first broadcast in 2005. Programme is available on BBC Radio 4 Extra till the end of June.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/b00...

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