in august 2012, bbc four broadcast his new series, "a history of art in three colours", an exploration of art history with reference to the colours white, gold and blue. in reviews of the series, fox was singled out for praise. "the times" wrote that he belonged 'in the premier league of television presenters. he knows and loves his subject, so he doesn’t need to wave his arms around and resort to hyperbole. he is clear, unpretentious, insightful and willing to flout fashion, and he is a superb storyteller'.